The Monterey

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 12/4/2025, Licensing Program Analyst, Arvin Villanueva (LPA), arrived at this facility to conduct the annual inspection visit. LPA met with the Administrator, Bernadette Descargar (AD), and the Administrator Assistant, Mary Jan Mitchell (S1), and stated the purpose of the visit. Overview: Facility is a one-story home located in a residential neighborhood. Facility is licensed to serve up to 6 elderly residents, up to 6 may be non-ambulatory. Facility has a hospice waiver granted for 6 residents. Facility does not have bedridden clearance. Additionally, facility does not have clearance for delayed egress and locked interior/exterior. Facility does not manage residents’ cash resources. Initial Observation: Present were 5 residents with 3 staff on duty. One resident is currently out of the facility. LPA observed required posters and facility license. Room temperature was at 74 degrees Fahrenheit upon arrival. Physical Inspection: Areas inspected include, but not limited to, the kitchen, resident bedrooms, resident bathrooms, living and dining room and outdoor areas. LPA inspected 6 of 6 resident bedrooms and 2 of 3 bathrooms. LPA measured the hot water temperature was at 114 degrees Fahrenheit. Resident bathrooms were observed to be clean and in good repair at this time. Fire extinguisher was observed in the kitchen area and was last inspected on 1/22/2025. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were observed throughout. LPA observed centrally stored medications, toxins, sharp objects and other dangerous items were kept locked and inaccessible to residents in care. {1 of 2} In the kitchen area, LPA observed at least seven-day non-perishable and two-day perishable food supplies. Pantry was observed to be fully stocked with non-perishable food items. Proper storage of food items was observed. Kitchen refrigerator and freezer were maintained at regulatory temperature. The garage houses additional food supplies and chemicals were observed to be locked. Outdoor area was inspected. LPA observed outdoor furniture for resident use. Ramps were observed to be in good repair at this time. Emergency walkways were observed to be unobstructed. Fence and gate were in good repair. Record Reviews: Review of 3 of 6 resident files was conducted, including but not limited to, review of Admission Agreement, Physician Reports, Needs and Services Plan, Centrally Stored Medication Record and Ambulatory Status. Medication review was conducted for 2 residents. No issues were noted at this time. Review of 3 staff files included but not limited to review of background clearance, First Aid/CPR certificate, Health Screen, Initial and Ongoing Training. Administrator and Assistant Administrator have current Administrator Certificates. No issues were noted at this time. LPA also reviewed fire drill/disaster drill records; facility conducts quarterly drills. Documents Requested: LPA requested a copy of current Liability Insurance Certificate, LIC500, LIC308, and updated Dementia Care Plan to be emailed to arvin.villanueva@dss.ca.gov. Per the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8, no deficiencies were cited. Advisories were provided. Exit interview was conducted. A copy of the report was provided upon exit. {2 of 2}the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 4, 2025

The state marks this report as 9 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 3. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

Type of visit: Case Management - Annual Continuation

On 12/4/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Arvin Villanueva conducted an unannounced Case Management - Annual Continuation visit at the facility to continue with the Annual Required Inspection visit initiated on 11/21/2024. LPA initially met with a staff on duty (S1) and stated the purpose of the visit. The Administrator Bernadette Descargar was notified of this visit and arrived shortly after Present during today's visit were 6 residents in care with 2 staff on duty. The LPA continued with facility visit to ensure there are no health and safety hazards and facility is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. Facility is fire cleared for 6 non-ambulatory residents and approved to admit/retain 6 hospice residents. LPA observed Oxygen Use sign at the entrance of the facility. Review of 3 sample resident files (R1, R2, R3) include review of Admission Agreement, Physician Reports, Needs and Services Plan, Centrally Stored Medication Record and Ambulatory Status. Hospice residents was observed to have hospice care plan in place. No issues were noted at this time. Medication review of 3 sample residents include review of physician orders for over-the-counter medications. No issues were noted at this time. Review of 3 sample staff files (S1, S2, and S3) include review of background clearance, First Aid/CPR certificate, Health Screen, Initial and Ongoing Training. Administrator Certificate is current. No issues were noted at this time. Facility conducts monthly disaster drill and last drill was on 11/20/24. Facility has a dementia and infection control plan. Administrator provided a copy of current Liability Insurance Certificate, LIC500 and LIC308 to LPA. Per the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8, no deficiencies were observed during today's visit. Exit interview was conducted and a copy of the report was provided upon exit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 4, 2024

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 11/21/24, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Arvin Villanueva arrived to the facility unannounced to conduct an annual required inspection. LPA met with Licensee/Administrator Bernadette Descargar and stated the purpose of the visit. Upon arrival, there were 6 residents in care with 2 staff on duty. LPA evaluated the physical plant with Bernadette to ensure the health and safety of the residents in care. Areas inspected are including but not limited to the kitchen, resident bedrooms, resident bathrooms, living and dining room and outdoor areas. The facility is a one-story home located in a residential neighborhood. Facility is fire cleared to retain/admit 6 non-ambulatory residents with approved hospice waiver for 6 residents. LPA observed the facility to be free of odor, clean and in good repair at this time. LPA observed 3 of 6 resident bedrooms to be equipped with the required furniture and sufficient lighting throughout the facility. Facility also has 2 staff bedrooms as indicated in the facility sketch. Facility also has 3 bathrooms. LPA observed 1 of 3 bathrooms and was observed to be equipped with slip resistant flooring and overall in good repair at this time. Hot water temperature in 1 resident bathroom was measured at 118 degrees F. Room temperature was observed at 73 degrees F. LPA observed sufficient seven day non-perishable and two day perishable food supplies. Fire extinguishers were observed and were last inspected on 1/23/24. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were observed. LPA observed centrally stored medications, toxins, and sharp objects were kept locked and inaccessible to residents in care. No bodies of water was observed at this time. Fireplace was observed to be screened and non-operational at this time. Fence and gates were observed to be in good repair at this time. LPA observed activity supplies for residents. LPA observed outdoor furniture and outdoor activity area was observed to be spacious for resident use. Due to insufficient time, this annual visit requires a continuation visit. Exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 21, 2024

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 11/16/23, 2pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Arvin Villanueva arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct an annual inspection visit. LPA Villanueva met the administrator on paper, Bernadette Descargar and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA evaluated the physical plant with the administrator to ensure the health and safety of the residents in care. Facility is a single-story home with a fire clearance to serve 6 non-ambulatory elderly residents and has hospice waiver for 6 residents. Facility has 6 resident bedrooms, one staff bedroom and 3 bathrooms for resident use. Areas inspected are including but not limited to the kitchen, resident bedrooms; resident bathrooms, living and dining room and outdoor areas. LPA observed the facility to be free of odor, clean and in good repair. LPA observed that all rooms are equipped with the required furniture and sufficient lighting throughout the facility. LPA measured the water temperature to be between 105-120 degree Fahrenheit in one of the bathrooms. Temperature inside the facility was observed to be 74 degrees F. LPA observed sufficient seven day non-perishable and two day perishable food supplies. Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors are current and in compliance with fire safety. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on 1/24/23. First aid kit was checked and is complete. LPA observed centrally stored medications and toxins locked and secure from residents. LPA was sent annual required documents prior to annual inspection. During this inspection 4 resident files and 5 staffing files were reviewed for regulatory compliance. Staff files contained the required contents including staff training requirements. All staff noted on LIC 500 have criminal background clearances and are associated to this facility. {Con't on LIC809-C} {Con't from LIC809} Resident files reviewed contained required documents including updated admission agreements, medical assessments, and updated appraisal forms as required. Facility’s liability insurance is current and update to date per regulatory requirements. LPA observed personal rights poster. Facility has appropriate internet access available for resident use. Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22 and Health and Safety Codes, no deficiencies were observed during this visit. Interview was held with Bernadette Descargar and a copy of this report and appeal rights were provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 16, 2023