Las Posas Hills Residential Care

Type of visit: Prelicensing

At 8:09 A.M. Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Melisa Rankin conducted an announced Pre-Licensing Inspection to the above-listed facility. Upon arrival LPA met with Administrator, Jocelyn Cacal. The proposed physical plant is a one (1) story single family dwelling located in a residential neighborhood of Camarillo, CA. This facility will be housing residents with dementia. There are no client residing in the facility at the moment. On 05/06/2026 Fire Clearance was approved for a maximum capacity of six (6) non-ambulatory residents, including one (1) bedridden resident in Room #6. The facility is equipped with two (2) fire doors to enhance the resident safety and prevent the spread of fire. One (1) fire door separates all resident rooms from the common areas, and the second fire door is installed at the entrance of Room #6 which is designated for a non-ambulatory or a bedridden resident. LPA informed the Administrator that fire doors must not be propped open with door stoppers or any other items that could obstruct their automatic closure in the event of an emergency. The Administrator acknowledged this requirement and stated that Room #6 fire doors will remain closed at all times. The fire door leading to the hall with the separate resident rooms was equipped with a magnet and was observed to close on its own when smoke alarm was tested. This pending facility has a dementia care program and a granted hospice waiver for 6 (six) residents. At approximately 8:20 A.M. LPA along with Administrator conducted a facility plant tour of the inside and outside of the facility. The following observed: Fire extinguishers are fully charged and recently purchased on 7/30/2026. Smoke detectors are hard wired throughout the facility. Fire alarms/carbon monoxide detectors were tested and were functional at the time of the visit. LPA observed all required postings on the facility wall. Continued on LIC 809-C Continued from LIC 809 BEDROOMS: The facility consists of six (6) private resident bedrooms. There was two (2) fully furnished bedrooms equipped and supplied with appropriate furniture including but not limited to a bed, a chair, a nightstand and a chest of drawers, bedding, and linens. No client bedroom will be used as a public or general passageway to another room, bath, or toilet. There were no visible hazards or discrepancies observed. BATHROOMS: The facility consists of four (4) bathrooms. Three (3) are private bathrooms and one (1) is a shared restroom. LPA observed toilets and handwashing stations to be in operation condition. Solid waste containers are in good repair. Additionally, LPA observed all bathrooms to have grab bars and slip-resistant floors and mats. Between 10:20 A.M. and 10:30 A.M. hot water temperatures were measured in all bathrooms and measured within the required range of 105 degrees Fahrenheit to 120 degrees Fahrenheit at the time of the visit. Facility provides each resident privacy and personal accommodation. The shared restroom will have a frosted window added or a curtain added. COMMON AREAS: These include the Living Room and Dining Room. The common areas were checked for cleanliness, and furniture was checked for functionality during time of visit. At the time of the visit, LPA observed locked cabinets located in the living room and kitchen area designated to store medication and staff and resident files. Facility will properly document medication on the Centrally Store Medication and Destruction log as well as the Medication and Administration Record (MAR). The facility has a glass gas fireplace, at the time of the visit, LPA observed the fireplace was off and the administrator confirmed it will not be used. Facility has installed internet service for residents’ use. Facility has enough space to store clean common linen items such as bed sheets, towels, pillowcases, and mattress pads. LPA observed night lights in all hallways and passages. Facility has an auditory signal system on each door that was working at the time of the visit. The facility maintained a comfortable temperature of 72 degrees Fahrenheit. Continued on 809-C Continued from LIC 809 KITCHEN: Appliances and fixtures appeared clean and functional. At the time of the visit, LPA observed a sufficient amount of dining and cookware. LPA observed a sufficient amount of perishable food. Administrator is aware that food supply shall accommodate a maximum capacity of six (6) residents and facility staff for seven (7) days. Sharps and knives will be stored in a locked kitchen drawer located to the right of the kitchen sink. There were no visible immediate hazards observed. At 10:32 A.M. hot water temperature measured within the required range of 105 degrees Fahrenheit to 120 degrees Fahrenheit at the time of the visit. LPA observed a working phone available for residents’ use. GARAGE: LPA observed a washer and a dryer and a sufficient amount of emergency water. Furthermore, LPA observed several locked cabinets where chemical, hygiene products and cleaning supplies will be stored. Additional sheds were noted in the area next to the driveway. The sheds were locked. SURROUNDING GROUNDS: Garden and yard are easily accessible to residents, and they are sufficient in size, comfortable and appropriately equipped for outdoor use. There were three (3) shaded areas with proper furniture for outdoor use. LPA observed two (2) self-closing and latching side gates. Additionally, LPA observed sufficient space to accommodate outdoor activities for residents. There is a pool on the premises with a 6-foot-high locked metal fence surrounding it. COMPONENT III ORIENTATION: A Component III Orientation was reviewed with the Administrator during today's visit. The following needs to be completed/Photos sent to LPA prior to licensure:  No deficiencies noted. This report will be sent to the Centralized Application Bureau (CAB). You will be notified by the CAB Analyst when your license has been approved. You are not allowed to begin operating until you have been notified that your license has been approved by the CAB Analyst. Failure to comply could affect approval of your license. Exit interview conducted. A copy of the Licensing Report was issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 4, 2026