Lotus Senior Care, Huntington Beach III

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On this day Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Fred Arias made an unannounced visit to conduct a required annual visit. LPA was greeted and granted entry into the facility by staff and explained the reason for the visit. Facility is licensed for six non-ambulatory residents of which one may be bedridden. Facility has an approved hospice waiver for four residents and the home currently has five residents, with one resident on hospice. Administrator (AD) Rita Lee arrived shortly to assist with facility tour. LPA along with staff toured the facility at 1:50 PM. LPA toured the physical plant, checked food service, and facility documentation. The home consists of two floors with three staff rooms and one bathroom on the second floor and five resident bedrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, three bathrooms and an attached garage on the first floor. No resident resides on the second floor. Resident bedrooms had the required furniture, bed linens and closet/drawer space to accommodate each resident comfortably. Resident bathrooms were checked. Toilets and water faucets worked properly, grab bars were secure and shower was free of mold/mildew. Water temperature measured at 114 degrees F. Resident bath towels, toiletries and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked. Common areas were clean and clear of hazards. Auditory exit alarms were operational during today's visit. LPA toured the kitchen and observed sharps locked in a cabinet during today's visit. Perishable and non-perishable food supply was checked and adequately stocked at time of visit. Kitchen appliances were operational during today's visit. Smoke detectors tested operational during today's visit. Fire extinguishers were fully charged. LPA reviewed the infection control and emergency disaster plans and plans are complete and thorough. Facility conducts monthly emergency drills with the last drill conducted on 2/4/2026. Outside grounds were toured. Walkways around the home were clear of hazards. There is shaded outdoor seating for residents. Exit gate is unlocked and operational. LPA observed the emergency food and water supply. First aid kit contained all required items including tweezers, scissors and thermometer. LPA reviewed five resident files and three staff files. All resident files contained required documentation including admission agreements, physician reports, and resident appraisals. Staff files reviewed contained required documentation including required annual training, medical assessment/ TB, criminal record clearance and proof of CPR training. LPA reviewed medication storage and administration. Medications are stored in a locked closet. LPA observed Resident 3 (R3) did not have evidence of a physician's order for over the counter medications being administered including CoQ10. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, a deficiency is being cited per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. This report was discussed with the facility representative and a copy was provided along with appeal rights.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 21, 2026

The state marks this report as 6 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 4. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) William Vanegas made an unannounced inspection for the purposes of conducting an annual inspection. Upon arrival LPA Vanegas was greeted and granted entry to the facility by Care Giver (CG) Myra Miciano and explained the purpose of the inspection. LPA Vanegas set up equipment and began a tour of the facility and observed the following. This is a two storied home with an attached two car garage. There is a total of eight bedrooms five of which are resident rooms, and three of which are staff rooms. There are four bathrooms two of which are shared, one of which is a private bathroom, and one of which is for staff use. LPA Vanegas observed kitchen area to be clean and sanitary. LPA Vanegas observed a dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave, electric stove, washer, and dryer to be in good repair and working condition. LPA Vanegas observed resident bathrooms to be clean and free of any mildew and debris. LPA Vanegas observed restrooms to have all required furnishings such as grab bars, slip resistant matts, and shower chairs. LPA Vanegas observed water faucets and toilets to be functional. Water to be between 115.2 and 117.2 degrees. LPA Vanegas observed resident rooms to have all required furnishings such as a bed, chest drawers, enough closet space for personal belongings, and clean linens in good repair meaning no strains or tears. Rooms are large enough to walk about freely, and no obstructions are blocking the entry ways. LPA Vanegas toured the outside of the facility and observed the following. There is a large backyard with an outdoor shaded sitting area. No obstructions were observed along the exit route. Side door is self latching and unlocked. CONTINUED ON LIC809C LPA Vanegas reviewed medications with Care Giver (CG) Myra Miciano. Per LPA Vanegas review medications are being administered to residents in care per physicians orders. LPA Vanegas observed medications being documented correctly and in the correct order. LPA Vanegas observed all fire extinguishers to be updated and fully charged, LPA Vanegas observed all smoke and carbon monoxide detectors to be in good repair and operational. LPA Vanegas observed first aid kit to have all required items such as adhesive tape, bandages, scissors, tweezers, and a thermometer. LPA Vanegas reviewed five resident files, and two staff files. All files (staff and resident) had all required documents. All staff annual training was up to date and documented. Based on observations made during today's inspection no deficiencies will be cited per tittle 22 chapter 8 division 6. An exit interview was conducted with CG Myra Miciano, and a copy of this report was left at the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 8, 2025

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 8/29/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Janette Romero conducted an unannounced visit to the facility for a required annual inspection. LPA was greeted and granted entry by Caregiver, Eduardo Diaz who was informed of the purpose of the visit. Administrator, Rita Lee arrived during the visit and was also informed of the purpose of LPA's visit. The facility has a fire clearance for six (6) non-ambulatory elderly residents, of which one (1) may be bedridden. The facility also has an approved hospice waiver for four (4) and LPA was informed there are two (2) residents currently receiving hospice services at the facility. LPA toured the facility with Caregiver, Evelyn Deldio and observed the facility is made up of a two-story home with four (4) resident bedrooms, three (3) bathrooms, three (3) staff rooms, a kitchen, dining room, living room and attached garage. During the tour, Caregiver Diaz tested one (1) of the smoke alarms/carbon monoxide detectors and LPA observed it to be operational. LPA observed charged fire extinguishers mounted throughout the facility. Indoor and outdoor passageways were free of obstruction. The facility has several outdoor shaded seating areas for the residents in care. There were no bodies of water observed on the premises. Medications are secured in a locked kitchen cabinet. Resident bedrooms had the required furniture and lighting. Resident bathrooms had grab bars near the toilets and in the showers. The facility had more than a 2-day supply of perishable foods and 7-day supply of non-perishable food items. LPA reviewed random resident and staff files. Resident files reviewed had signed admission agreements and residents with a dementia diagnosis had updated physician's reports. Staff present have a criminal record clearance and valid first aid/CPR certification. During today's visit, LPA did not observe any issues or concerns. An exit interview was conducted where a copy of this report was reviewed and provided to Administrator Lee.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 29, 2024