Salton View Assisted Living

Type of visit: Case Management - Other

On 05/20/25, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Becky Mann and Edith Conchas made an announced visit to close the facility due to being informed by Administrator Antonia Jones by email on 05/05/25. Upon arrival, LPAs met with Administrator Antonia Jones and toured the home. There are no residents in care. LPAs observed no residents in care and no belongings of residents in the facility. The licensee stated the reason for the closure the licensee no longer wishes to have residents at the facility. An exit interview was conducted where this report was discussed with the Administrator at the conclusion of the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 20, 2025

Allegation investigated: Uncleared adults living in facility

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Magda Malcore met with Licensees, Antonia Jones and Douglas Jones at Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) Regional Office to deliver the findings on the above allegation. LPA Malcore explained the purpose of the office visit. Regarding the allegation, uncleared adults living in the facility, interviews with the Licensee/Administrator Antonia Jones, staff, resident, and outside parties reveals not enough witnesses to corroborate the allegation. Additionally, LPA observed no physical evidence at the facility to corroborate uncleared adults living at the facility. Based on observations and interviews with relevant parties, the above allegation is Unsubstantiated. Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur. Unsubstantiated An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was provided to Licensee Douglas Jones at the conclusion of the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 14, 2025 · control 56-AS-20250320085514

Allegation investigated: Facility has no administrator

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Magda Malcore conducted an unannounced complaint visit to the facility. LPA met with Licensee/Administrator, Antonia Jones and discussed the purpose for the visit. Regarding the allegation, facility has no administrator, Licensee Jones stated she is current Licensee and Administrator for the facility. Based on lack of evidence, LPA observations and interviews, the allegation is Unfounded. A finding that the complaint allegation is Unfounded means that the allegation was without a reasonable basis. An exit interview was conducted where this report LIC9099 was discussed and a copy provided to Licensee/Administrator Jones at the conclusion of the visit. Unfoundedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 21, 2025 · control 56-AS-20250320085514

The state marks this report as 2 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 1. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Magda Malcore made an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct a required comprehensive annual inspection. LPA met with Administrator, Antonia Jones and discussed the purpose of the visit. The facility is a Residential Care Facility for Elderly (RCFE) with a license capacity of (9), and a current census of (2). LPA conducted a general inspection of facility, which included, but was not limited to, the following: Operation/Physical Plant: Indoor and outdoor passageways were kept free of obstruction. The facility has no swimming pools or similar bodies of water. The facility has sufficient indoor and outdoor space for resident activities. The facility is maintained at a comfortable of 75 degrees F. Resident bedrooms were furnished with beds, night stands, chairs, bed linen and sufficient lighting. Resident bathrooms were maintained clean and fixtures were operating properly. The hot water temperatures in the bathrooms measured at 116 degrees F. The facility is equipped with operating smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms, fully charged fire extinguishers, and laundry equipment. The facility has posted in a common area Community Care Licensing complaint poster, Ombudsman poster, facility license, evacuation plan and emergency telephone numbers. Sharps and cleaning supplies were kept locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Food Service: Kitchen and dining areas were maintained cleaned. Non-perishable and perishable food supply was sufficient for number of residents in care. The facility’s refrigerator and freezers were operating properly. Health Related Services: The facility maintains record of resident’s medications and medications were centrally store in a locked cabinet. Record Review: Resident files reviewed had admissions agreements, physician’s reports, appraisals, needs and services plans. Staff file review reveals staff #1 (S1) and staff #2 (S2) did not have first aid/CPR training certifications on file for review. S1 and S2 did not have Tuberculosis (TB) clearance results on file for review. Based on LPAs observations and records reviewed, deficiencies were cited per Title 22, Division 6, of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted where this report (LIC809) was discussed and a copy with appeal rights was provided to Administrator Jones at the conclusion of the visitthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 11, 2025

The state marks this report as 8 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 4. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

Type of visit: Case Management - Other

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Bernadette Allen conducted an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct a case management visit for the purpose of increasing the capacity. LPA was greeted by Administrator Catherine Aleman who granted LPA Allen entrance. On 4/25/2024 per the LIC200, Catherine Aleman requested a capacity increase from two (2) ambulatory to four (4) ambulatory, and four (4) non-ambulatory to five (5) non-ambulatory. The fire clearance request was approved on 5/21/2024 for the capacity change from six (6) to nine (9). There is a facility sketch on file with designation of capacity for each room. The administrator was advised that the noted designated capacity for each room is to remain in compliance. LPA observed the clients bedrooms and they were appropriately furnished and had functional lighting. The physical plant is ready for an increase in capacity. LPA Allen will update the facility's file and issue a new license stating change in capacity. An exit interview was conducted where this report LIC809 was discussed and provided to Catherine Aleman- Administrator at the conclusion of the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 5, 2024

Allegation investigated: The facility did not provide resident's refund per the admissions agreement.

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mary Rico conducted an unannounced visit to investigate and deliver findings on the allegations listed above. LPA met with Administrator Catherine M Aleman explained the purpose of the visit. The investigation consisted of staff interview and document reviews. For the allegation, the facility did not provide resident's refund per the admissions agreement. During staff interviews, S1 informed LPA that the R1 passed away on 3/10/2024 and the facility was in the process of issuing R1 responsible party refund. During record review, R1 Admission Agreement indicated the responsible party is intitle for a refund. Unsubstantiated Based on the evidence found during the investigation, the one (1) allegation listed above are deemed UNSUBSTANTIATED. A finding that the complaints are UNSUBSTANTIATED means although the allegations may have happened or are valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations did or did not occur. During today’s visit, no deficiencies were cited per Title 22, Division 6, of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted, and this report was discussed and provided to Administrator Catherine M Aleman.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 21, 2024 · control 56-AS-20240319163359

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Paola Guerrero made an unannounced visit to the facility. The purpose of the visit was to conduct a required comprehensive annual inspection. LPA met with Facility Administrator Catherine Aleman and was granted entry to the facility. At the time of the visit there was one (1) staff present, and six (6) residents present. The facility is a five (5) bedroom, three (3), bathroom home, with a kitchen/dining area, living room, with an attached garage. The facility is a Residential Care Facility for Elderly (RCFE) Licensed capacity is (6) current census (6). LPA was accompanied by Facility Administrator Catherine, to conduct a general overall inspection, which included, but was not limited to, the following: Physical Plant: The facility is operating in the capacity approved by Community Care Licensing (CCL). There are no obstructions to indoor and outdoor passageways. The facility is maintained at a comfortable temperature. LPA inspected resident’s bedrooms; they are equipped with required furniture such as: mattresses, night stands, storage space, and sufficient lighting; bathrooms were clean, and appliances were operating appropriately. LPA observed sufficient furniture and lighting throughout the facility. LPA measured and observed the water temperatures in the bathrooms to be 113.4 degrees F The facility is equipped with operating smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms. Posters such as personal rights, the CCL complaint poster, and the disaster plan were posted in a common area. Cleaning supplies, toxins, sharps, and other dangerous items were kept inaccessible to residents in care. There was a designated storage space for resident/staff files. Medications are kept inside kitchen cabinet inaccessible to residents in care. Overall, the facility is clean, in good repair, and operating in safe conditions for residents in care. Food Service: Non-perishable and perishable food supply is sufficient for number of residents in care. Care & Supervision: Facility has sufficient care staff for coverage 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. All staff members working in the facility have criminal record clearance through the department. Record Review: LPA reviewed six (6) resident files for admission agreements, updated physician reports, and needs and services plans. LPA also reviewed three (3) staff files for First Aid/CPR certification, criminal record clearance, training, and health screenings. Medications were audited at random and appeared to be dispensed appropriately by staff members. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, no deficiencies were cited per Title 22, Division 6, of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted, and this report (LIC809) was discussed and provided to Facility Administrator Catherine Aleman.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 18, 2024