Senior Care Records.

Facility Evaluation Report

Merakey - Old Alturas, Redding12/11/2025Licence 455920054

Capacity5
Census5
Date signed12/11/2025 03:52:52 PM
Name of licensing program analystSarah Benson
Name of licensing program managerLauren Crocker
The inspector’s account

On 12/11/2025 at 12:50pm Licensing Program Analyst (LPAs) Marisa Chiarelli and Sarah Benson arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a Required-1 Year inspection. LPAs met with Elizabeth Martindale DSP acting for administrator Jessica Boarman. Cert. #6076911735 Ex: 4-30-27.

LPA Benson and Chiarelli and DSP Martindale toured the facility together to ensure the health and safety of residents in care. Areas toured include but are not limited to five (5) resident rooms, common areas, two (2) bathrooms, kitchen, storage areas and back yard. Staff and resident files were reviewed. Medications were also reviewed. Medication is locked in a locked closet.

All bedrooms had required furniture, bedding, lighting and windows with screens. The bathrooms were clean and in good repair. Cooking/dining equipment and utensils were present. Food appears to be stored and prepared properly. Facility has required (7) seven-day non-perishable and (2) day perishable supply of food.

The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature. First aid kit fully stocked and ready for emergency use. Fire extinguisher fully charged. Smoke detectors are all operational. Hot water temperature measured within required Title 22 regulations of 105 degrees F and 120 degrees F. All employees requiring background checks are cleared. There is a schedule of activities planned for the clients. All required postings are displayed within the facility.

No pools/bodies of water are on the premises. No firearms are on premises. There was no record of the last disaster drill. LPA interviewed one resident and two staff. The following deficiencies were observed (See LIC 809D) and cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, and California Health and Safety Code. Failure to correct the deficiencies may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted, a copy of the report, and appeal rights provided to staff.

Source: California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing. Methodology · Report a correction