Verona Court IX

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On October 6, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Garlli Tat conducted an unannounced visit to the facility for the purpose of a required annual inspection. LPA explained the purpose for the visit and was greeted and granted entry by staff on duty. During the visit, staff on duty contacted the facility administrator (AD) Julie Gorordo about the visit. For this visit, there are two staff members on duty, both of which are background cleared, but not associated. AD later arrived to assist with the inspection. The PUB475 ‘See Something, Say Something’ poster was observed to be located by the front entrance. LPA observed the Administrator's Certificate for Julie Gorordo, which expires on July 17, 2027. The facility is a Residential Care facility for the Elderly (RCFE) licensed for six residents, six of which may be non-ambulatory, one of which may be bedridden, and all of which may be on hospice. LPA toured the interior and exterior portions of the facility with AD. For this visit, there are a total of four non-ambulatory residents in care, one is on hospice, and none are bedridden. The facility is a single-story home. There are a total of six bedrooms, four of which are private resident rooms, one shared resident room, and one serves as staff quarters. LPA toured each bedroom with the AD and observed that bedrooms were provided with furniture in good repair, clean linens, adequate storage space, and free of any hazards. LPA observed the staff quarters to be kept locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors as well as auditory exit alarms were tested and operational. There are a total of two full bathrooms for residents and staff. Continued on LIC 809-C. Bathrooms were observed to be in good repair, toilets and faucets were operational and showers were equipped with grab bars and non-skid floor mats. Water temperature in the bathrooms were measured to be between 111.9 and 113.1 degrees Fahrenheit. Facility met the minimum two-day perishable and seven-day non-perishable food supplies. Sharp items and knives were locked in the kitchen and inaccessible to residents in care. Fire extinguisher was charged, mounted and located in the kitchen. Fire extinguisher was dated and tagged on December 20, 2024. AD reported they will have another fire inspection in November 2025. LPA observed the emergency disaster and evacuation plan, which is posted in the hallway. Facility had back-up emergency food and water supplies, located in the garage. LPA observed that the First Aid kit had all the required components. Medications and toxins were also observed to be locked in a cabinet in the kitchen, inaccessible to residents in care. For the exterior portion, LPA observed patio furniture under shading, and the grounds were free of any hazards or obstructions. There is one self-latching gate in the backyard that can be opened in case of an emergency. No bodies of water were observed. Based on today's observations, there is one deficiency being cited per Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations. Civil penalties are being assessed for CCR(87355)(e)(3). An exit interview was conducted with Julie Gorordo. This report was reviewed with the administrator and the copy, LIC-809, LIC-809C, LIC-421BG were provided at the end of the visit. A civil penalty is being assessed. Appeal Right were reviewed.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 6, 2025

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Joseph Alejandre made an unannounced visit to conduct the required annual inspection. LPA observed the facility was empty and no one was inside. LPA knocked on the door and there was no response. LPA called the Administrator and the Administrator reported the facility was empty. The Administrator had the Assistant Administrator, Julie Gorordo, meet the LPA at the facility. LPA met with the Assistant Administrator who granted access to the facility. LPA observed the facility is empty except for a dining room table and chairs. LPA verified the facility has no residents. The Assistant Administrator reported the facility is being remodeled. LPA did not observe any personal belongings in the facility. The facility has 5 bedrooms and 1 caregiver room. LPA observed the facility has electricity, water and gas. The dishwasher, refrigerator and stove are all operational. No files were reviewed because there are no staff members or residents. LPA consulted with the Assistant Administrator concerning reporting requirements. LPA and the Assistant Administrator toured the facility. No obstacles or hazards observed in the facility. No deficiencies are being cited as a result of this visit. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of the report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 17, 2024