Canyon Place

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 10/6/2025, Licensing Program Analyst(LPA) John Calandra arrived at the facility to conduct the Annual 1-year required inspection. LPA Calandra was greeted by Myla Rodriguez, Caregiver and explained the purpose of the visit. Maria "Techie" Gregorio, Co-Administrator arrived later during the visit. LPA Calandra toured the physical plant. This is a 1-story building with 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, office, garage, backyard, kitchen/dining room, and lounge. No accessible bodies of water or hazards were observed in the hallways or backyard. The facility was maintained at a comfortable temperature of 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Water temperature was measured within the required 105-120 degrees Fahrenheit. The facility's fire alarms and Carbon Monoxide detectors were observed to be in working order. Per interview with Administrator, Portia Gaddi, the facility fire alarms and carbon monoxide detectors are integrated and connected directly to the Redwood City fire department via Bay Alarm. All bedrooms had the required furniture and sufficient lighting. 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 had the required items. All sharp objects, poisons, soaps, and detergents were observed to be locked up and in-accessible to persons in care. LPA Calandra reviewed 6 resident files and 4 staff files. All were observed to be complete. LPA reviewed Centrally Stored Medications Records. All medications were properly labeled with instructions on dosage and times of day and matched the Centrally Stored Medication records kept at the facility. LPA requested copies of the following documents by 10/17/2025: Current LIC 500: Personnel Summary Report Updated LIC 308: Designation of Facility Responsibility Administrator's certificate LPA received a copy of the facility's Liability Insurance. A Type B citation was provided as the facility's Emergency/Disaster plan has not been reviewed since 2023. Per Title 22 regulations, Administrators shall review and update the plan on an annual basis. Deficiencies are cited under the California Code of Regulations, Title 22. Failure to correct the deficiencies by the due date may result in civil penalties. An exit interview was conducted. This report along with Appeal Rights was left with the facility representative.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 6, 2025

Type of visit: Case Management - Other

On 6/4/2025, Licensing Program Analyst(LPA) John Calandra arrived at the facility to conduct a Case Management visit for the purpose of delivering a letter of immediate exclusion for S1. LPA Calandra was greeted by Precy Cadao, Caregiver. Portia Gaddi, Administrator arrived later and purpose of visit was explained. No deficiencies cited during today's visit. An exit interview was conducted. This report was reviewed with Administrator, Portia Gaddi and a copy of the report along with the immediate exclusion letter left at the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 4, 2025

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On October 7, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst(LPA) John Calandra arrived at the facility at 8:45 AM to conduct the Annual 1-year required inspection. LPA Calandra was greeted by Mayvelle Reyes, Caregiver/Lead Staff and explained the purpose of the visit. Portia Gaddi, Administrator arrived later during the visit. LPA Calandra toured the physical plant. This is a 1-story building with 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, office, garage, backyard, kitchen/dining room, and lounge. No accessible bodies of water or hazards were observed in the hallways or backyard. The facility was maintained at a comfortable temperature of 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Water temperature was measured within the required 105-120 degrees Fahrenheit. The facility's fire alarms and Carbon Monoxide detectors were observed to be in working order. Per interview with Administrator, Portia Gaddi, the facility fire alarms and carbon monoxide detectors are integrated and connected directly to the Redwood City fire department via Bay Alarm. All bedrooms had the required furniture and sufficient lighting. 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 had the required items. All sharp objects, poisons, soaps, and detergents were observed to be locked up and in-accessible to persons in care. LPA Calandra requested and received a copy of the facility's Liability insurance. LPA Calandra reviewed 6 resident files and 5 staff files. All were observed to be complete. LPA reviewed Medications which matched the Centrally Stored Medication Records(CSMR) kept at the facility. No deficiencies were cited during today's visit. An exit interview was conducted. This report was reviewed with Portia Gaddi, Administrator and a copy of the report left at the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 7, 2024

Type of visit: Post Licensing

On this day Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jaime Vado conducted an unannounced post licensing inspection. This facility was originally licensed in October 2022. LPA met with administrator Portia Gaddi and explained the purpose of today's visit. During today's visit LPA toured the facility with Portia and made observations through out the facility and the exterior surrounding areas of the facility. LPA observed that the fireplace is covered with a screen and TV blocking access to the fireplace. The fireplace is not used. The emergency exits around the facility are clear of obstructions and fences are not locked. Outdoor furniture in the backyard are in good condition for resident, staff, and visitor use. All resident rooms are furnished with the required furniture outlined in regulations. These items are observed as in good repair. The facility ambient temperature is comfortable for residents and visitors. Bathrooms are observed as operational. Water is tested in a common bathroom in the hallway and kitchen sink measuring at 105F. Those faucets are operating properly. Fire extinguishers are observed as charged and in working condition per the dial. Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors are observed through out the facility. Facility is equipped with full sprinkler system through out. Medications are locked and knives are locked away appropriately. Cleaning supplies are locked as well in the garage. Food supplies are in place. Resident and staff files are reviewed as complete and current. Staff training is current. Facility does not handle resident monies. Administrator certificate is observed as current expiring 04/23/2025. Disaster drills are conducted quarterly per log reviewed. Report is reviewed with Portia. No citations issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 5, 2023