Friendly Acres Elderly Home

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 9/24/2026, Licensing Program Analyst(LPA) John Calandra arrived at the facility to conduct the Annual 1-year required inspection. LPA Calandra was greeted by Mike Alvis, Caregiver/House Manager and Kalaita Franco, Administrator/Licensee and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA toured the physical plant. This is a 1-story building with 4 bedrooms(3 for residents and 1 for staff), 2 bathrooms, a kitchen, living room, dining room, front yard, backyard, and garage. All bedrooms had the required furniture and sufficient lighting. No accessible bodies of water or hazards were observed. The facility's hot water temperature was measured within the required 105-120 degrees Fahrenheit. The facility's smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors were observed to be in working order. The facility's fire extinguishers were observed to be fully charged and last checked on July 1, 2026. The facility had the required 7 days of non perishables and 2 days of perishables on site. No food was expired. The facility's first aid kit was observed to have the required items. All sharp objects, soap, detergents, and poisons were observed to be locked and in-accessible to persons in care. LPA reviewed 3 resident files and 2 staff files. During record review, LPA observed that the Administrator, Kalaita Franco did not have a Administrator Certificate. A Technical Violation was provided for this deficiency. In addition, LPA observed that staff did not have the required 8 hours of Dementia training, and 4 hours of training on postural supports, Hospice, and restricted health conditions. LPA also observed that while all Centrally Stored Medications were present, there was no record of dosages. Per interview with the House Manager, Mike Alvis, all residents get their medications and medications are ordered on time per doctors' orders but Mike hasn't been recording when medications are given. No deficiencies cited during today's visit. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of the report provided to the facility representatives.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 24, 2026

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On August 6, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Komal Curley conducted an unannounced annual inspection. LPA met with Administrator, Kalaita Franco and Caregiver, Michael Alvis and explained the purpose of the visit. LPAs toured the physical plant. The facility is a single story with three resident bedrooms; two private rooms and one shared room, and one staff room. There are two full bathrooms observed. Common areas observed had dirt on the floor, spider webs on the walls, and ants were observed throughout the facility. All bedrooms had sufficient furniture, lighting, and ventilation. No accessible bodies of water or other hazards were observed. The smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were operational. The fire extinguisher was fully charged. The hot water was measured at 123-127 degrees F. A comfortable temperature is maintained. Resident files and two staff records were reviewed. Staff records did not have required trainings. Resident files were not current and complete. The medication logs are accurate and up to date. Kitchen faucet was observed not on good working condition. 2-days perishables and 7-day non-perishables were present. Staff did not have CPR and administrator does not have her administrator license. A civil penalty of $250 is being issued today for not having CPR as this same citation was issued within 12 months. Sharps, chemicals, and medications were all unlocked and accessible to residents in care. Deficiencies are cited under the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, cited on the LIC 809-D. Failure to correct the deficiencies may result in civil penalties. This report was reviewed with the caregiver and a copy of the report along with appeal rights left at the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 6, 2025

The state marks this report as 8 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 7. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

Type of visit: POC

On August 30, 2024 Licensing Program Analysts(LPAs) Grace Donato and Kiran Jain arrived at the facility to conduct a Plan of Correction(POC) visit with regards to citations given to the facility on 8/22/2024. LPAs met with Kalaita Franco, Administrator & Michael Alvis, cargiver and explained the purpose of the visit. As of today, 8/30/2024, deficiencies have been cleared. Report is reviewed and copy is provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 30, 2024

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On August 22, 2024, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Grace Donato and Kiran Jain arrived unannounced at the facility to complete the Annual inspection. LPAs met with Michael Alvis and explained the purpose of the visit. LPAs toured the physical plant. The facility is a single story, well maintained and clean house. All common areas including the living room, dining room, and backyard were observed to be in good condition. All bedrooms had sufficient furniture, lighting, and ventilation. No accessible bodies of water or other hazards were observed. The smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were operational. The fire extinguisher was fully charged and last serviced on November 2023. The hot water was measured at 106 degrees Fahrenheit. Room temperature was at 76 degrees F. Three resident files and two staff records were reviewed. The medication logs are accurate and up to date. The kitchen is clean and well-organized. Food supplies are adequate and stored properly, with no expired items observed. Based on records review, 3 out of 3 residents have Needs and Services Appraisals, 1 out of 3 residents doesn’t have Admission Agreement. 2 out of 2 staff members don't have an updated 1st Aid training. Administrator doesn't have current Admin certification. A Technical Violation was given due to the Knives not being locked. Caregiver immediately locked the knives. Deficiencies are cited under the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, cited on the LIC 809-D. Failure to correct the deficiencies may result in civil penalties. An exit interview was conducted. This report was reviewed with the caregiver and a copy of the report along with appeal rights left at the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 22, 2024

The state marks this report as 5 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 4. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.