A Place Called Home - La Quinta

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Armando Perez made an unannounced visit to the facility for the purpose of conducting a required annual inspection. The LPA was granted entry by staff to conduct the inspection and met with administrators, Loraine Show and Clarence Perreras. The LPA informed the Administrators of the purpose for the visit. The inspection included the following: The facility consists of four (4) resident bedrooms, two (2) staff bedrooms, 4 (4) bathrooms, a kitchen and dinning area, a living room area, a garage and laundry room, and a patio and yard with sufficient seating and space for activities. LPA observed a pool with the required fencing and is secured with a locked gate. According to Administrator, no weapons are stored in the home. All outdoor and indoor passageways are kept free of obstruction and are free of debris and other trash. There are grab bars for each toilet, bathtub and shower used by residents. Resident showers have non-skid mats present. The carbon monoxide and smoke detectors were hard wired, tested and observed to be in operating condition. The home was kept clean and free of any odors. LPA began review of client records. Two (2) records were reviewed. LPA reviewed for identification and emergency information, admission agreement, medical assessment, and TB test results, needs and service plans, placement, functional assessment, centrally stored medication/destruction records, safeguard for personal property/valuables, and personal rights notification. LPA began review of employee records- Three (3) records were reviewed. LPA reviewed employee records for first aid certification, criminal record clearance or an exemption, health screening and TB test results, employee rights, training verification, and current administrator certification; expiration date 10/18/2025. During staff file review LPA observed the CPR/First Aid certificate to be expired on three out of three staff. Administrator stated that the CPR was completed and will email LPA with the current certificates. A deficiency was issued. LPA observed facility kitchen had the ability to prepare food in clean environment and possessed equipment in good working condition. Food supply meets the requirement of one (1) week supply of nonperishable and two (2) day supply of perishables. Emergency food and water supply is present. There is a locked location for chemicals in the kitchen and laundry room. Knives and shards have a locked drawer next to the sink. Medications are centrally stored. There is a locked cabinet allocated for medication storage. Centrally stored medication and destruction logs are maintained. Medications reviewed appear to have been dispensed accurately. LPA made observation throughout the inspection process to assess if the facility remains in conformity with the State Fire Marshall regulations. Fire extinguisher was recharged and valid until, 12/31/2024. The facility is conducting yearly emergency disaster/fire drills, last done on 01/2024. LPA informed administrator emergency drills need to be quarterly. Administrator stated they will make that change and will be providing proof of completion by email. A deficiency was issued. Based on the information received during this visit today in the areas reviewed, there are two deficiencies that are being cited per Title 22, Division 6 of The California Code of Regulations. This LIC 809 report was reviewed with the facility representatives and a copy was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 4, 2024

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jesse Gardner conducted an unannounced annual required visit. LPA was granted entry and met with Caregiver Joeann Quijano. At the time of the visit there was one (1) staff and one (1) resident present. The facility is a one story home with (5) bedrooms and (3) bathrooms with attached garage. The residents served are residents 60 and older, all being non-ambulatory. LPA conducted a tour of the interior and exterior, reviewed facility documents and conducted staff and resident interviews. LPA observed the following: Infection Control: The LPA observed the hand washing stations in the facility restrooms and kitchen had hand hygiene supplies and hand washing signs. LPA observed PPE equipment and cleaning supplies to do regular cleaning of the facility. LPA reviewed the facility's infection control plan which met department requirements. LPA reviewed staff records and found that all staff had infection control training. Physical Plant: LPA observed the resident bedrooms, and common areas. Physical plant, floors, windows, and doors were observed to be clean. Fixtures and furniture were in good repair were present. The outdoor area was observed to be free of hazards. LPA observed outdoor furniture and shaded area for clients. Laundry equipment was observed to be in good working condition. The sharp and dangerous objects were observed to be locked and inaccessible to clients. The hot water was measured at 120.0 F. The smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were operational; however, they were low volume. Licensee agreed to replace all of the smoke/carbon monoxide detectors. A technical violation was issued. Food Service: LPA observed facility kitchen had the ability to prepare food in clean environment and possessed equipment in good working condition. LPA observed the facility met the required 2-day supply of perishable and 7-day supply of non-perishable foods. Care & Supervision/Administration: Adequate staff are present for the supervision of residents during the visit. LPA also reviewed the staff who were scheduled showing adequate staff coverage. Facility sketch, exit routes, personal rights, complaint information and emergency phone numbers were found posted in the facility. The listed administrator's certificate was expired; however, Licensee produced paperwork that stated that it was submitted to CCL for processing. Record Review and Resident/Staff Files: LPA reviewed two (2) staff files and training. All staff have criminal clearance and updated training along with CPR/First Aid Certification. Two (2) files were reviewed, and possessed all required paperwork. Health Related Services/ Incidental Medical Services: All resident medication was locked in a cabinet located in the kitchen. LPA reviewed resident medications for two (2) residents and found all medication listed on Medication Administration Record Sheet (MARS) and all required labeling was found to be in place. Upon inspection, LPA found medication that was being stored outside of its prescribed container. A Technical Violation was issued. Disaster preparedness: LPA reviewed the facility's emergency and disaster plan. LPA observed all facility exits were clear from obstructions. LPA observed emergency supplies in the kitchen and first aid kit with all required items. Additionally, the facility's fees were listed as past due, and thus a technical violation was issued. An exit interview was conducted where a copy of this report was discussed with and provided along with copies of the (3) LIC9102.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 15, 2023

The state marks this report as 5 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 2. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.