Castlegate Manor

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On August 27, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Brandon Lopez made an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct the required annual inspection. LPA was greeted and granted entry into the facility by care giving staff after explaining the purpose for the visit. Administrator (AD) Arlene Farjardo was notified via telephone and later arrived to assist with the inspection. LPA observed that Arlene Farjardo has a valid Administrator certificate which expires on June 18, 2027. The facility is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) licensed for six non-ambulatory residents and has an approved hospice waiver for two residents. The facility is a two story home. The first floor consist of three shared resident bedrooms, one shared resident bathroom, a living room, a dining room, a den, a kitchen, and an attached two car garage. The second story is for staff use only and consist of three staff bedrooms and one staff bathroom. LPA, accompanied by the AD, conducted a tour of the interior portions of the facility. On today's visit, LPA observed six resident and two care giving staff present. LPA observed the See Something, Say Something poster, (PUB 475) mounted on the wall by the entryway of the facility. LPA inspected all three resident bedrooms and observed them to be free of hazards. LPA observed resident bedrooms to have the required furnishings of a bed, a chair, a chest of drawers, and a lamp. LPA observed resident beds to have clean linens and blankets. LPA observed additional linens to be stored in hallway cabinets. LPA inspected the one resident bathroom and observed it to be clean. The bathroom was equipped with grab bars and a non-skid floor mat. The faucets and toilet was operational. The hot water temperature measured 108.1 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed the three staff bedrooms to be kept locked and inaccessible to residents in care. LPA observed the staff bathroom to be free of any hazards. CONTINUED ON LIC809-C LPA observed the facility has a two day perishable and a seven day non-perishable food supply on hand. LPA observed kitchen appliances to be clean and operational. LPA observed kitchen knives and sharps to be stored in a locked kitchen cabinet. LPA observed chemicals and toxins to be stored in a locked kitchen cabinet under the sink. LPA observed a fire extinguisher to be mounted on the wall in the kitchen and it was observed to be charged and serviced on April 20, 2026. LPA observed the centrally stored medication to also be kept in a locked cabinet located in the kitchen. LPA tested the individual smoke detectors and the individual carbon monoxide detectors which tested operational. LPA observed the facility conducted their most recent emergency disaster drill on June 26, 2026. LPA observed the door leading to the attached two car garage to be kept locked and inaccessible to residents in care. LPA observed the garage to be used for storage and laundry. LPA also observed the facility has a three day emergency food and water supply stored in the garage. LPA observed the facility has a first aid kit stored in the garage and it had all the required components. LPA, accompanied by the AD, conducted a tour of the exterior portions of the facility. LPA observed the exterior to be free of any obstruction or hazards. LPA observed chemicals and toxins to be stored in a locked storage container. LPA observed a shaded outdoor seating area with furniture for resident use. LPA observed the perimeter gates of the facility to be self latching can be opened in an evacuation. There is a pool located in the backyard. The pool was observed to be adequately fenced and kept locked for resident safety. LPA reviewed all six resident files. All the required documentation were present and current in the resident file reviewed. LPA reviewed the residents' medication and medication records. LPA reviewed four staff files. All staff are background cleared and associated to the facility. Based on the observations made during today's visit, no deficiencies are being cited per Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Arlene Farjardo and a copy of the report was provided at time of visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 27, 2026

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On this date, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Samer Haddadin conducted an unannounced annual inspection of the facility. Upon arrival, LPA Haddadin was greeted by Administrator (AD) Arlene Fajardo, who granted entry and was informed of the purpose of the visit. LPA Haddadin toured the interior and exterior of the facility and made the following observations. The facility is a two-story home consisting of six bedrooms, with three designated for staff located upstairs and three designated for residents located downstairs. Additional areas include a kitchen, two bathrooms (one upstairs and one downstairs), a living room with a screened fireplace, a dining room, a family room with a television, and a two-car garage. All resident bedrooms were inspected and found to be appropriately furnished with beds, chairs, and clean linens. Each room provided adequate storage space and was free of tripping hazards. The kitchen was clean, well-maintained, and equipped with operational major appliances. Cleaning supplies, sharps, and knives were stored securely and were inaccessible to residents. The exterior of the facility was observed to be well-maintained. Outdoor furnishings were in good repair, pathways were free of hazards, and the grounds appeared safe and inviting, including a shaded seating area. A gated pool was secured and inaccessible to residents in care. Fire extinguishers were fully charged, with indicators in the green zone, and the most recent service date noted as May 9, 2025. Hot water temperatures in both bathrooms measured between 110.0°F and 116.2°F, within regulatory limits. The facility’s last emergency drill was conducted on June 15, 2025. The food supply was reviewed and found to include at least two days of perishable items and seven days of nonperishable items. A review of client records revealed no discrepancies, and staff files were complete with all required documentation. Based on today’s inspection, no deficiencies are being cited in accordance with Title 22, Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was provided to the AD.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 13, 2025

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Joseph Alejandre made an unannounced visit to conduct the required annual inspection. LPA met with Administrator Arlene Fajardo and explained the reason for the visit. Arlene Fajardo's Administrator's Certificate expires on June 18, 2025. The facility is a two story home with 6 bedrooms (3 upstairs staff only, 3 downstairs residents only), kitchen, 2 bathrooms ( 1 upstairs and 1 downstairs) living room (with a screened fireplace), dining room, family room with a TV and a 2 car garage. LPA the Administrator and both staff present are background cleared and associated to the facility. LPA observed Resident 7, who resides at the facility, (R7) who is an adult relative of a staff member, not a staff member or volunteer, is not background cleared and not associated to the facility. LPA observed Resident 7 leave the facility. LPA and the Administrator toured the facility. LPA observed the fireplace in the living room is screened. LPA observed the See Something, Say Something Poster (PUB 475) is posted by the front door. The downstairs bathroom is for residents. LPA observed the bathroom is clean and operational. Hot water measured 123.2 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed the kitchen is clean and organized. Knives are kept locked in a kitchen drawer. LPA observed the 4 burner gas stove lights unassisted. LPA observed cleaning supplies are kept locked under the kitchen sink. Medications are kept locked in a kitchen cabinet. LPA toured the resident rooms. All resident rooms had the required furnishings and bed linens. LPA observed the fire extinguisher in the kitchen is fully charged. LPA observed a 2 day perishable and a 7 day non-perishable food supply on hand in the kitchen. Smoke detectors/carbon monoxide detectors tested operational. LPA and the Administrator toured the backyard and garage. The garage is kept locked and used for storage of supplies and extra food. LPA observed a table with 4 chairs and an umbrella. There is a gated pool in the backyard. The gate is kept locked and inaccessible to residents. Both exit gates are operational. LPA reviewed staff files. LPA reviewed resident files and medications, LPA observed that 3 out of 4 residents did not have a current appraisal/needs and care plan (reappraisal). The Administrator reported they do conduct fire drills but there is no documentation to verify when the last fire drill was conducted. LPA inspected the first aid kit. The first aid kit did not have a first aid manual. LPA observed the facility has WiFi but does not have a internet device dedicated for resident use such as a laptop or tablet. The Administrator verified there is no laptop or tablet for residents. LPA interviewed staff and residents. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, deficiencies are being cited per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. An immediate civil penalty was assessed today due to R7's lack of criminal record clearance or exemption. An exit interview was conducted with the facility Administrator and a copy of the report (LIC 809, LIC 809D) along with appeal rights was provided in addition to civil penalty assessment (LIC 421 BG) and civil penalty appeal rights.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 28, 2024

The state marks this report as 7 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 5. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.