Allen's Palm Cove Cerritos

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 8/04/26, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jewel Baptiste conducted an unannounced Annual/Required inspection to Allen Palm Cove. Upon arrival LPA was greeted by the Direct Support Professional (DSP) Rebecca Caragdag. The Administrators, Euphrosyne Dimaano and Peter Nora arrived 30 mins later. This home is licensed to serve age range of 60 and over. Approved for 6 non-ambulatory. There were five (5) residents in care during the time of this visit. The last emergency disaster/fire drill was conducted on 6/30/26. The Administrator Certificate expires on 2/14/2028. During today's visit LPA inspected the physical plant inside and outside, reviewed the food supply, tested the smoke/carbon monoxide detectors, reviewed three (3) staff files, five (5) resident files, medications, and medication administration records for five (5) residents. This home has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 living room, kitchen, 1 dining room, office space, and an attached garage. LPA toured the physical plant with the Administrator and DSP. and observed all four (4) resident bedrooms, contained required furniture, lamps, dresser, chair, and closet space. The two bathrooms contain a working toilet, basin and water faucet, walk in shower with grab bar, shower chair, and bathmat. The temperature measured at 110.5*F-113.5*F. (Report continued on LIC809C.) The smoke detectors were battery operated and individually tested and observed to be working properly. The carbon monoxide detector was located throughout the facility, tested, and functioning properly. There were (2) fire extinguishers located in kitchen and garage fully charged and up to date. The kitchen was toured and contained working appliances; refrigerator, stove, oven and contained dishware, cups, plates, utensils, pots, and pans. The knives were secured and locked in a kitchen draw next to the stove. The cleaning agents and toxins are locked underneath kitchen sink. The pantry was well stocked with canned goods, pasta, cereals, and the food supply contained a sufficient supply, with a two-day supply of perishables and a seven-day supply of non-perishables that met title 22 guidelines. Walls and floors, cabinets and counters were clean and sanitary throughout the home. The outdoor grounds were toured and inspected, and the patio was well maintained with a shaded seating area accessible for resident use. The garage contained a working washer and dryer, with cabinetry that contained emergency supply kits, bottled water, toiletries, personal care supplies, and toxins and cleaning agents stored locked and inaccessible to the residents. Exit interview conducted with Euphrosyne Dimaano and Peter Nora, Administrator, a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 4, 2026

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Blanca Gonzalez conducted unannounced, required annual visit. LPA met with Rebecca Caradag, Caregiver and explained the purpose of the visit. Administrator Euphrosyne Dimaano arrived shortly after to assist. The facility is licensed to serve residents age range 60 and over, approved for six (6) non-ambulatory. Hospice waiver for six (6) residents. The facility has a census of four (4) residents, three (3) are non-ambulatory of which two (2) receive hospice care. The facility is operating within the scope of the license. The home is located in a residential neighborhood of Cerritos and consists of (4) bedrooms, (2) bathrooms, living room, family room with office area, kitchen, dining room, and attached garage. LPA and Administrator toured the facility and observed the following: The front and backyard are well maintained and there are no pools or large bodies of water. There is a shaded area located in the backyard with sufficient seating for residents in care. Passageways and exits are free of obstructions. The water temperature was tested in bathroom #1 in the hallway and measured 116 degrees F, which is within the required 105 degrees F - 120 degrees F. Bathroom #2 water temperature measured 109.4 degrees F. LPA observed grab bars and non-skid mats in both the bathrooms. continued on LIC 809C Resident bedrooms have the required furniture and have sufficient closet and storage space. Resident beds have the required linen and the linen is in good condition. Hallway cabinet contained PPE supplies, surplus hygiene supplies and extra clean linens Smoke detectors were observed throughout the facility and are operable. There is a carbon monoxide detector located in the hallway of the home. There is a fire extinguisher located near the kitchen which is charged. Kitchen appliances are clean and were operating at the time of the visit. Sharps are locked in a kitchen drawer and are inaccessible to residents. Cleaning supplies and disinfectants are locked under the sink and are inaccessible to the residents. Sufficient supply of 2 days perishable and 7 days non-perishable foods were observed. Fireplace located in the family room is not in use and has covered screen. Dining room and living room are clean and free of obstructions and have sufficient seating for residents in care. Attached garage has laundry area. Washing machine and dryer wear clean and operable at the time of visit. There is a cabinet with laundry supplies, cleaning supplies and excess PPEs. There is also a refrigerator and freezer with overflow of food supply. Medications are centrally stored in a cabinet in the kitchen. Medications are documented properly and given as prescribed. First Aid kit was fully stocked with current manual. Four (4) resident and four (4) staff files were reviewed and were observed to contain required documentation. Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, and California Health and Safety Code, no deficiencies were cited during today’s visit. Exit interview held and a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 12, 2025

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 8/12/24 at 12:00 p.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jewel Baptiste conducted an unannounced Annual/Required inspection to Allen Palm Cove. Upon arrival LPA was greeted by the Administrator, Euphrosyne Dimaano and Peter Nora. This home is licensed to serve age range 60 and over. Approved for 6 Non-ambulatory. There were (4) residents in care during the time of this visit. The last emergency disaster/fire drill was conducted on 7/24/24. The Administrator Certificate expires on 2/14/2026 #7009404740. During today's visit LPA inspected the physical plant inside and outside, reviewed the food supply, tested the smoke/carbon monoxide detectors, reviewed (3) staff files, (4) resident files, medications, and medication administration records for (4) residents. This home contains 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 living room, kitchen, 2 dining room, office space, and an attached garage. LPA toured the physical plant with the Administrator. and observed all (4) client bedrooms, contained required furniture, lamps, dresser, chair, and closet space. The two bathrooms contain a working toilet, basin and water faucet, walk in shower with grab bar, shower chair, and bathmat. The temperature measured at 112.4*F-116.0*F. The smoke detectors were battery operated and individually tested and observed to be working properly. The carbon monoxide detector was located throughout the facility, tested, and functioning properly. There were (2) fire extinguishers located in kitchen and garage fully charged and up to date. The kitchen was toured and contained working appliances; refrigerator, stove, oven and contained dishware, cups, plates, utensils, pots, and pans. The knives were secured and locked in a draw next to the stove. The cleaning agents and toxins are locked underneath kitchen sink. The pantry was well stocked with canned goods, pasta, cereals, and the food supply contained a sufficient supply with a two-day supply of perishables and a seven-day supply of non-perishables that met title 22 guidelines. Walls and floors, cabinets and counters were clean and sanitary throughout the home. (Report continued on LIC809C.) The outdoor grounds were toured and inspected, and the patio was well maintained with a shaded seating area accessible for resident use. The garage contained a working washer and dryer, with cabinetry that contained emergency supply kits, bottled water, toiletries, personal care supplies, and toxins and cleaning agents stored locked and inaccessible to the residents. Exit interview conducted with Euphrosyne Dimaano and Peter Nora, Administrator, a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 12, 2024