Golden Heart Home Care

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Marisela Garcia-Centeno conducted an unannounced visit to complete the required annual inspection. LPA was greeted by Administrator Abigail Ventura, and the purpose of the visit was discussed. All staff present have current criminal record clearances, and the administrator certificate is current. The facility is licensed to serve six (6) non-ambulatory residents, ages sixty (60) and above; approved for one (1) bedridden resident and a hospice waiver for two (2). The current census is two (2) non-ambulatory residents, one of whom is receiving hospice care. Both residents were observed to be well cared for, with no signs of neglect. During the visit, LPA, accompanied by Administrator Ventura, toured the interior and exterior areas of the facility. The facility was found to be clean, organized, in good repair, and free from clutter. Bathrooms and the kitchen were clean and free of odors. Hallways were clear of obstructions and slip hazards. No immediate safety risks were observed. Residents’ bedrooms contained the required furnishings. Doors, windows, screens, toilets, and showers were operational. Adequate supplies of linens and hygiene products were available. The facility provided sufficient space and equipment for dining, laundry, visitation, meetings, and resident activities. Food storage met requirements, with at least two (2) days of perishable and seven (7) days of non-perishable food available. (Continue at LIC809C) (Continue from LIC809) Cooking and dining equipment were present and in good condition. No sharp objects, toxic substances, poisons, or open-faced heaters were accessible to residents. Medications were properly labeled and stored. No bodies of water were present on the premises. Staff stated that no firearms or ammunition are kept at the facility. Smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors, emergency lighting, and the facility telephone were operational. The fire extinguisher was purchased on October 7, 2025. First aid kits were complete and accessible. Required postings were displayed in visible areas. The room temperature was comfortable at 72°F. LPA interviews revealed no concerns. Resident and staff files contained the required documentation, and confidential records were secured in locked storage. Hot water temperatures at resident-accessible taps met regulatory requirements; the kitchen sink measured 104°F. The licensee provided proof of current and active business liability insurance. No deficiencies were cited during today’s visit. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Ventura. A copy of this report and the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC 9058, 03/22) were provided during the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 13, 2025

Type of visit: Case Management - Other

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Marisela Garcia-Centeno conducted a case management visit during the annual inspection. LPA was greeted by Administrator Abigail Ventura, and the purpose of the visit was discussed. All staff present have current criminal record clearances, and the administrator certificate is current. During the visit, LPA discussed with Administrator, Ventura the Title 22 regulations pertaining to facility records, fire clearance requirements, and resident records required to document services provided by outside agencies such as (hospice care and home health), showing coordination of services to meet residents needs. No violations were issued during today's visit. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Ventura. A copy of this report and the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC 9058, 03/22) were provided during the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 13, 2025

Type of visit: Case Management - Other

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Marisela Garcia-Centeno conducted an announced licensing inspection to observe the facility’s physical plant for compliance with Title 22, Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations and California Health & Safety Code. LPA was greeted at the front entrance by the Administrator, Abigail Ventura, and was granted entry after identifying herself and disclosing the purpose of their visit. The facility’s licensee is under the name The Golden Investment Adventure, LLC. The applicant applied for approval to have one (1) bedridden resident under care. The fire clearance was approved on January 8, 2025, and reflected that the facility was approved for a residential facility for the elderly 60 and over. Maximum capacity six (6) non-ambulatory residents of which one (1) resident may be bedridden in master bedroom only. In addition, the facility has hospice waiver for two (2) residents. The facility sketch was consistent with the current layout of the facility. During today’s visit, LPA accompanied by Administrator, Ventura, conducted an overall inspection of the internal and external areas of the facility. LPA discussed continuing operation requirements, record keeping, reporting requirements, and physical plant compliance with the applicant. The items reviewed were compliant with Title 22, Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations and California Health & Safety Code. No violations were observed during today’s visit. continue at LIC809C Continued from LIC809 The inspection was completed during today’s visit. The applicant was advised that the facility is ready for licensure for a maximum capacity of six (6) non-ambulatory residents of which one (1) resident may be bedridden in the designated room (master bedroom) per fire clearance approved on 1/8/2025. LPA indicated that the inspection report will be submitted for management's final review and approval. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator, Ventura, to whom a copy of this report along with the licensee Appeal Rights were provided at the conclusion of the visit to Licensee, Ronald Andres, via email at RONSEGA@GMAIL.COM. The signature below confirms receipt of these documents.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 6, 2025

Type of visit: Prelicensing

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Marisela Garcia-Centeno conducted an announced Pre-Licensing with the Component III inspection, and to observe the facility’s physical plant for complaint with Title 22, Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations and California Health & Safety Code. LPA was greeted at the front entrance by the Applicant, Abigail Ventura, and was granted entry after identifying herself and disclosing the purpose of their visit. The facility’s licensee is under the name The Golden Investment Adventure, LLC. The fire clearance was approved on 6/20/2024 and reflected that the facility was approved for a residential facility for the elderly 60 and over. Maximum capacity six (6) residents all of which may be non-ambulatory. The facility sketch was consistent with the current layout of the facility. During today’s visit, LPA accompanied by Applicant, Ventura, conducted an overall inspection of the internal and external areas of the facility. There are four (4) bedrooms for residents to use. Two (2) bedrooms are single occupancy and two (2) are double occupancy. There are two full-size bathrooms equipped with grab bars and non-skid mats or stickers. The facility was clean, sanitary, and in good repair. The toilets, sinks, and showers were in working order. Each window had a screen which was in good condition. The facility’s ambient internal temperature was comfortable. The wall thermometer was not indicating the current temperature, the applicant stated they were in the process of getting it serviced by the end of the week. Hot water temperature at taps accessible to clients was compliant: the kitchen sink was at 111 degrees. (continue at LIC809C) (continue from LIC809) All outdoor and indoor pathways were free from obstruction and slip hazards. Fire extinguisher (1) was purchased in June 2024. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, emergency lighting, and facility telephone were present and operational. The facility has sufficient space and equipment to facilitate laundry, visitation, meetings, and client activities. The facility has no pools or bodies of water that were observed on the facility premises. Per applicant, no firearms or ammunition are or will be stored on the facility premises. All toxic substances/poisons, and chemicals were stored in inaccessible areas from clients. No fireplaces, and/or open-faced heaters were observed to be accessible to clients. The facility has locked areas for storage of sharp objects. The facility kitchen was stocked with appropriate cooking items, and knives were locked in a secure cabinet which is inaccessible to clients. A seven (7) day non-perishable and two (2) day perishable food supply was present. A designated storage lockable area for medications was observed to be available for use. One (1) first aid kit and a manual was present and readily available for use. A secured designated area for client and staff files was also observed to be available in a locked area. Required licensing postings were observed in visible areas of the facility. LPA discussed continuing operation requirements, record keeping, reporting requirements, and physical plant compliance with the applicant. The items reviewed were compliant with Title 22, Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations and California Health & Safety Code. The Pre-Licensing and Component III inspection was completed during today’s visit. The applicant was advised that the facility is ready for licensure pending management's final review and approval. An exit interview was conducted with Applicant, Ventura, to whom a copy of this report along with the licensee Appeal Rights was provided at the conclusion of the visit. The signature below confirms receipt of these documents.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 6, 2024

Type of visit: Office

Facility Type: RCFE Application Type: Initial Capacity: 6 Census (if any clients in care): N/A COMP II Participants: Licensee Ronald Andres and Administrator Abigail Ventura Interview Method: Telephone interview On 8/30/2024, applicant/administrator participated in COMP II. Identification of the applicant and administrator was verified through interview questions based on photo ID and other identifying personal information. During COMP II, applicant and administrator confirmed that they have read and understand community care facility licensing laws included in the Health and Safety Codes and the California Code of Regulations Title 22. Signed LIC 809 with copy of photo ID have been obtained. During COMP II, CAB analyst confirmed Applicant/Administrator’s understanding of following areas: 1. Facility operation: License type, client/resident populations, and program 2. Admission Policies 3. Staffing requirements & Training 4. Restrictive/Prohibited Health Conditions 5. General provisions 6. Emergency Preparedness 7. Complaints & Reporting 8. Pre-licensing readinessthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 30, 2024