Aria Board and Care

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 10/20/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Valerie Flores conducted an unannounced 1-year required visit to the facility. LPA was met with and greeted by caregiver, Alva Davis. LPA Flores introduced herself and was granted entry into the facility. A tour of the interior/exterior areas of the facility was conducted alongside caregiver Alva. During today's visit, LPA Flores observed the following: The facility is a single-story structure which consisted of (5) five resident bedrooms, (3) three bathrooms, living room, laundry room, great room, dining room, kitchen, and garage. Resident bedrooms were equipped with the required bedding, furniture, seating, and functional lighting. The facility maintained a comfortable temperature throughout the facility. Bathrooms were equipped with the required grab bars and slip resistant mats. The kitchen area was clean and free of rubbish. Facility maintained the required (2) two-day supply of perishable foods and (7) seven-day supply of non-perishable foods. LPA observed knives and other sharp items in a locked cabinet underneath the kitchen sink. A locked cabinet was observed to store centrally stored medication near the kitchen/dining room area. Utensils and other dishware were in sufficient supply and in good repair. LPA observed a cabinet in the hallway to store activities, extra linen and towels for the resident in care. Water temperature measured at 108.9 degrees Fahrenheit. Indoor/Outdoor passageways were free of obstruction. LPA observed outdoor seating with adequate shading. Per Administrator, Walter Meza, there are no firearms and/or ammunition on the premises. (Continue to LIC809C...) (Continuation from LIC809) LPA observed the required postings throughout the facility; LPA observed the See Something Say Something poster, Personal Rights, facility license, administrator certification, disaster plan, and LTCO poster. Resident records review included but not limited to pre-admission appraisal, Functional Capabilities, appraisal, medical assessment, needs and service plans, personal rights, and signed admission agreements. Staff records included background clearance, health screenings, and personnel records. LPA Flores did not observed updated annual training's. Per Administrator, the last conducted training's were from 2023. Therefore, citations will be issued during today's visit. An exit interview was conducted where a copy of this report, LIC811, LIC809-D and appeal rights were reviewed and provided to Licensee, Walter Meza.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 20, 2025

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 11/20/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Abdoulaye Zerbo made an unannounced visit to the facility. The purpose of the visit was to conduct a required annual inspection LPA Abdoulaye met with Licensee/Administrator Meza Walter and was granted entry to the facility. At the time of the visit there was one (1) staff present, and Six (6) residents present. The facility is a five (5) bedrooms, three (3) bathroom home with a kitchen/dining area, living room/activity room and a garage. The facility is Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE). The facility is licensed for a capacity of six (6) non-ambulatory and six (6) hospice care and 1 maybe bedridden resident and the current census is six (6) residents. LPA Zerbo was accompanied by administrator Meza to conduct a general overall inspection, which included, but was not limited to, the following: Physical Plant: The facility is operating in the capacity approved by Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD). There are no obstructions to indoor and outdoor passageways. The facility is maintained at a comfortable temperature. LPA Abdoulaye inspected resident bedrooms; they are equipped with required furniture such as: mattresses, night stands, storage space, and sufficient lighting; bathrooms were clean, and appliances were operating appropriately. LPA observed sufficient furniture and lighting throughout the facility. LPA Zerbo measured and observed the water temperatures in several bathrooms averaging 110.6 degrees. The facility is equipped with operating smoke detectors and one carbon monoxide was not working. A citation will be issued. Fire extinguishers were also observed at the facility. Posters such as personal rights, the CCLD complaint poster, and the disaster plan were posted in a common area. Cleaning supplies, toxins, sharps, and other dangerous items were kept inaccessible to residents in care. There was a designated storage space for resident/staff files in the kitchen area. There is a Medicine cabinet with the resident’s medications locked in the kitchen area. LPA Zerbo observed a complete first aid kit at the facility. ***Continuation in LIC809C *** Food Service: More than seven (7) days’ supply of Non-perishable foods and more than two (2) days’ supply of perishable food supply were observed and sufficient for the number of residents in care. Care & Supervision: The facility has an Administrator present in the facility with appropriate and enough hours to appropriately manage the facility. The facility has sufficient number of staff to provide care and supervision to the residents in care. Also, LPA Zerbo observed that the facility currently does not have dementia residents. Record Review: LPA reviewed five (5) resident files for admission agreements, updated physician reports, pre-placement appraisals and needs and services plans. LPA Zerbo observed resident files reviewed were complete. LPA Zerbo reviewed three (3) staff files for First Aid/CPR certification, criminal record clearance, trainings, and health screenings. LPA Zerbo observed resident files reviewed were. LPA observed that licensee did not complete drill quarterly. A citation will be issued An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report along with the appeal rights were reviewed and a copy was provided to Licensee/Administrator Meza Walterthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 20, 2024

From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type A · Plan of correction due date: Nov 21, 2024

1503.2 CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS REQUIRED; INSPECTION. Every facility licensed shall have one or more carbon monoxide detectors in the facility that meet the standards established in Chapter 8 (commencing with Section 13260) of Part 2 of Division 12. This requirement is not met Based on observation, the licensee failed to ensure facility was equipped with one(1) of two(2) working carbon monoxide to meet the standards.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 20, 2024

From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Plan of correction due date: Dec 13, 2024

(c) A facility shall conduct a drill at least quarterly for each shift. The type of emergency covered in a drill shall vary from quarter to quarter, taking into account different emergency scenarios. An actual evacuation of residents is not required during a drill. While a facility may provide an opportunity for residents to participate in a drill, it shall not require any resident participation. Documentation of the drills shall include the date, the type of emergency covered by the drill, and the names of staff participating in the drill. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above with last fire drill conducted July 2024. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 20, 2024

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Janira Arreola conducted a required annual visit. LPA was greeted and was granted entry and met with Licensee, Walter Meza who was informed of the purpose of the visit. At time of visit there were (5) clients and one (1) staff present. The facility is a one story home with (5) bedrooms and (3) bathrooms with attached garage. The facility does not have a pool or fire arms. The facility is designated as a residential care facility for the elderly, residents ages 60 and above. Upon arriving at the facility, LPA was informed that (4) residents had tested positive for COVID-19 and were isolating in their rooms. LPA conducted a tour of the interior and exterior of the facility, reviewed facility documents and conducted interviews. LPA observed the following: Infection Control: LPA observed the hand washing stations in the facility restrooms and kitchen had hand hygiene supplies. LPA observed PPE equipment and cleaning supplies to do regular cleaning of the facility. The facility has a plan on mitigating infectious diseases and training staff on procedures. Based on interview, the facility did not report cases of COVID-19 positive residents. The facility is being cited and plan of correction was created with the licensee. Physical Plant: LPA observed the client bedrooms and bathrooms. Physical plant, floors, windows, and doors were observed to be clean and fixtures and furniture were present and in good repair. Laundry equipment was observed to be in good working condition. LPA observed unlocked cleaners in facility kitchen. All residents are currently isolating in their rooms due to COVID-19 and enhanced cleaning procedures are in place. Technical violation was documented for this. The smoke detector and carbon monoxide was operational, and the hot water temperature 115F. Food Service: LPA observed facility kitchen had the ability to prepare food in clean environment and possessed equipment in good working condition. LPA observed the facility met the required 2-day supply of perishable and 7-day supply of non-perishable foods. Record Review and Resident/Staff Files: LPA reviewed staff files and training that contained staff criminal clearance and updated training. Client files were reviewed and possessed all required paperwork. Health Related Services/ Incidental Medical Services: All client medication was locked in the facility kitchen. LPA reviewed client medications, all required labeling and medications were accounted for. Disaster preparedness: LPA reviewed the facility's emergency and disaster plan. The last fire drill was conducted in June of 2023, the licensee will be cited for not conducting a quarterly drill. Plan of correction was created with the licensee. LPA observed all facility exits were clear from obstructions. An exit interview was conducted where a copy of this report, LIC809-D and appeal rights were reviewed and provided to Licensee, Walter Meza.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 11, 2023

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.