Mid-size home · Licensed for 15 · El Monte
Cogswell Garden Home
5405 N. Cogswell Road, El Monte, CA 91732Licensed since 2005
Overview
No openings reported
- Approved by the state: WheelchairState licensing record · October 26, 2026
- Licensed for 15: a mid-size care homeThe state license record
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Care and support
- Wheelchairup to 4 residents
Not on file: dementia, hospice and bedridden approvals.
Approved by the state · State licensing record · October 26, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.
Read the state’s own wording
FACILITY IS LICENSED TO SERVE 11 AMBULATORY AND 4 NON-AMBULATORY RESIDENTS. 2 NON-AMBULATORY RESIDENTS EACH IN ROOMS 1 AND 8
910 - DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED (DD)
CDSS record, verbatim · October 26, 2026
As needs change
We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Cogswell Garden Home: two-person transfers or a lift, who is awake overnight, help with medicines, staying through hospice and care if memory loss develops. When we check availability, we ask about these too.
Check availabilityWhat it costs here
Covelight estimate
$5,450a month to start
Likely $4,300–$7,150
From 8 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Monthly cost breakdownWith a shared room and basic help · room, care and fees$5,450likely a month
Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.
Starting monthly rate$5,450likely $4,300–$7,150
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 8 homes with 7 to 49 beds and similar homes within 5 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
Basic help with daily careUsually includedup to $600
Basic help is usually part of the starting rate. Homes that price care by level start around $600 a month (44 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).
One-time move-in fee$2,500one time · likely $0–$4,000
Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,500 (133 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.
- Likely monthly totalLikely $4,300–$7,300
- $5,450
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,150–$10,300
- $7,950
How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
- MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
- Private payMost residents pay from savings, a home sale or family help. Ask for the rate and what it includes in writing.
- Medi-Cal Assisted Living WaiverThis home is not on the DHCS participation list dated October 1, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
- SSI/SSPCalifornia’s 2026 standard is $1,626.07 a month; $1,444.07 of it goes to the home and $182 stays with the resident. Whether this home accepts it is not on file — ask.
- VeteransVA Aid & Attendance can add to a veteran’s or surviving spouse’s pension. Ask whether residents here have used it.
- Long-term care insuranceMost policies pay for licensed care homes. Ask what paperwork the home provides for claims.
Rates at nearby homes8 nearby homes publish starting rates of $5,286 to $8,500
8 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $5,700–$8,150.
- Assisted Living & Wellness - HollyArcadia · 2.9 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Rose Valley ArcadiaArcadia · 2.9 mi · Small home$8,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Trinity Hills Estates - WalnutArcadia · 3.1 mi · Small home$8,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Grant Serenity of MonroviaMonrovia · 3.5 mi · Small home$8,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Glen Park at MonroviaMonrovia · 3.8 mi · Mid-size home$5,286Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Active Care HomeWest Covina · 4.2 mi · Small home$6,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Home Away Assisted LivingSan Gabriel · 4.6 mi · Small home$8,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Grant Serenity on CharlotteSan Gabriel · 5.0 mi · Small home$8,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 8 homes with 7 to 49 beds and similar homes within 5 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
- Only prices a home put out itself count: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price Seniorly says the home confirmed. Prices a listing site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
- Nearby homes are the nearest of the same size that publish a rate, widening from 3 to 40 miles until at least 8 do. The estimate starts from what they charge, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices.
- Room, care-level, second-person and move-in lines come from what California homes publish on listing sites. Memory care uses Covelight’s researched premium over assisted living.
- Totals add each line’s figure and combine the lines’ ranges as separate charges, because a home is rarely at the top, or the bottom, of every line at once.
- We tested this estimate on 1,546 California homes that publish their own starting rate. It was within 10% of the real rate for 3 in 10 homes and within 25% for 7 in 10; the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 (September 12, 2026).
- It cannot see this home’s specials, how it assesses care, or which rooms are open.
Avoid surprises on the billWhat changes the price, and what to ask
- The care level
Some homes charge one all-inclusive rate. Others add levels or points as needs grow. Ask how the level is set, who decides, and what the next level costs.
- What is billed separately
Medication management, incontinence supplies, transportation and a second person in the room are often extra. Ask for the list in writing.
- Move-in costs
A one-time move-in fee or deposit is common. Ask what it covers and whether any of it comes back if the stay is short.
- Increases
California requires at least 90 days’ written notice, with reasons, before a rate rises (Health & Safety Code §1569.655). A change in the resident’s care level is the section’s own exception and can be billed sooner.
An estimate for planning, not a quote. A home sets the price after hearing about the care needed.
Daily life
Daily life here is not on file yet, and that says nothing about the home.
The best way to see it is a visit.
Request a tourWhere it is
5405 N. Cogswell Road, El Monte, CA 91732Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.
Opening the neighborhood map…
- Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Baldwin ParkHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list2.4 mi
Straight-line distances; check the drive or the walk. Hospital: the nearest general acute care hospital on the state’s list (CDPH, September 16, 2026).
Open directionsThe state record
California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
CDSS public record, read October 26, 2026 · License #197606347 · See the state’s own record
The last 36 months — 10 of 14 documents
Complaint outcomes in these 36 months, in the state’s words: 2 “Substantiated” and 3 “Unsubstantiated”.
20262 state visits · 2 documents
Sep 10, 2026Facility evaluation reportPOCReport on file
Type of visit: POC
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Blanca Gonzalez conducted an unannounced plan of correction (POC) visit at the facility to follow up on deficiencies during an annual visit. LPA met with staff and explained the reason for the visit. LPA spoke with Administrator Lilian Salmorin over the phone. On 08/13/26, LPA Gonzalez conducted an annual visit and observe the following deficiency: Type B, CCR 87458(a) Medical Assessment: Prior to a person's acceptance as a resident, the licensee shall obtain documentation of a medical assessment, signed by a licensed medical professional acting within the scope of their practice and made within the last year, to be kept in the resident's record. Deficiency was not cleared by POC due date. Civil penalties in the amount of $1,300 were assessed for failure to correct. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report, appeal rights and LIC421FC were provided to Arni Castillo.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 10, 2026
Aug 13, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Blanca Gonzalez conducted an unannounced required annual visit. LPA was greeted by staff and reason for the visit was explained. Administrator was notified but unable to attend. The facility is licensed to serve (15) elderly residents of which four (4) may be non-ambulatory, two non-ambulatory each in rooms 1 and 8. The facility is a single-story home located in a residential area of El Monte. The home consists of (8) resident bedrooms, one (1) staff room/office, (3) resident bathrooms, a living room, a dining area, a kitchen, a laundry room, a front yard, and a backyard. LPA utilized the Compliance and Regulatory Enforcement (CARE) tools for the visit today and observed the following: The front and backyard are well maintained. There is a covered patio in the front yard with sufficient seating. Passageways and exits are free of obstruction. The water temperature was tested in the bathrooms and measured within the required 105 degrees F - 120 degrees F. LPA observed grab bars and non-skid mats in showers. Combination smoke/carbon monoxide detectors were observed by the kitchen and in the hallway, were tested and are operable. There were fire extinguishers throughout the home. Last emergency drill was conducted April 2026. continued on LIC809C Kitchen appliances are clean and were operating at the time of the visit. Sharps are locked in a kitchen cabinet and are inaccessible to residents. Cleaning supplies and disinfectants are locked in a cabinet outside and are inaccessible to the residents. Sufficient supply of 2 days perishable and 7 days non-perishable foods were observed. Dining area and living room were observed to be clean and free of obstructions and have sufficient seating for residents in care. Medications are centrally stored in a locked hall closet. Medications are documented properly and given as prescribed. Resident bedrooms were observed to contain the required furniture which includes, for each resident, a bed, a chair, night stand, a lamp, or lights sufficient for reading. Bed linens were clean and in good repair. There is closet space for clothing and other belongings. Hall closet contained extra, clean linens. LPA reviewed (7) resident files. 6 out of 7 files were observed to contain required documentation. Facility file for R1 did not contain a medical assessment for review. Deficiency cited. LPA reviewed four (4) staff files. Staff files were observed to contain required documentation including personnel record, fingerprint clearance, health screening with TB clearance, CPR/First aid certificate and continued education in-service trainings. Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, and California Health and Safety Code, deficiencies observed during today’s visit were documented on the attached LIC809D. Exit interview held and a copy of this report, LIC809D and appeal rights were provided to Arni Castillo, Staff.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 13, 2026
20253 state visits · 3 documents
Aug 5, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Glenn Trueman made an unannounced visit and was greeted by Staff Raymond DeGuzman and explained the reason for the visit. The purpose of the visit is to complete the required inspection. LPA Trueman toured the facility along with Staff Raymond DeGuzman today 08/05/202 at 12:40 PM and the following was observed: Facility contains 8 Resident Bedrooms and 4 Resident Bathrooms, dining room, living room, TV room, and laundry room. Required Annual Inspection included Infection Control, Operational Requirements, Physical Plant/ Environmental Safety, Staffing, Personnel Records/ Staff Training, Resident Rights- Information, Planned Activities, Food Service, Incidental Medical and Dental, Resident Records/ Incident Reports, Disaster preparedness, and Residents with Special Health Needs. LPA observed sufficient supply of 2 day perishables and 7 day non perishables. All staff were cleared and associated. Visitation signage was posted along with signage for hand washing and proper sanitizing. Licensee maintained an individual admission agreement for each client. Fire Clearance has been maintained. Carbon monoxide detector was observed in the facility. Each client has personal rights free from corporal or unusual punishment, infliction of pain, humiliation, ridicule, coercion, threats, mental abuse, or other actions of a punitive nature. Facility was clean, safe, sanitary, and in good repair at all times for the safety and well being of clients, employees and visitors. Medication was reviewed for 3 residents and was given per physician's directions. 3 Client Files and 4 Staff Files were reviewed. Interviews were conducted with 2 Staff. Clients were at Day Program at time of the visit today. No deficiencies. Exit interview conducted.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 5, 2025
Apr 3, 2025Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Resident sustained multiple unexplained fractures Staff did not seek timely medical attention for resident Staff did not notify resident's authorized representative of resident's fractures Staff did not follow resident(s) diet as prescribed by a physician
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Glenn Trueman made an unannounced visit to the facility and was greeted by Staff S1 and explained the reason for the visit. The purpose of the visit is to deliver findings from the original complaint dated 01/21/2025. Shortly thereafter Administrator Lilian Salmorin arrived. The initial visit was a Health and Safety Check conducted on 01/21/2025 and included the following: LPA reviewed Resident R1's file and facility to submit Emergency Face Sheet, Admission Agreement, Individual Program Plan (IPP), Special Incident Reports (SIR"s), Physician's Report, Hospital Documentation, and Nursing Care Plan, LPA conducted a tour of the facility inside and out with Staff S1 and observed clients in the facility at the time of the visit. Facility had sufficient 2 day supply of perishables and 7 days supply of non- perishables and the water temperature measured between 105 F. and 120 F.both meeting Title 22 Regulations. LPA observed the clients to identify any signs of neglect, abuse or other immediate Health and Safety threats. LPA did not observe any immediate Health & Safety concerns during the visit. Unsubstantiated At today's visit interview was conducted with Administrator Lilian Salmorin and Staff S1. Investigation was conducted by the Investigations Branch (IB) and completed 03/19/2025 for allegations Resident sustained multiple unexplained fractures and Staff did not seek timely medical attention for resident. Investigation consisted of interviews with facility staff, residents, review of medical documentation and Special Incident Reports (SIR's) from San Gabriel Pomona Regional Center and from Cogswell Garden Home. Photograph of Resident R1 taken on 11/08/2023 was observed and file was reviewed. In regards to the allegation Resident sustained multiple unexplained fractures based on interviews conducted and information gathered Investigation was completed by Investigations Branch (IB) Investigator Christine Ferris on 03/19/2025 it was revealed that Staff denied Resident R1 had any falls or sustained any injuries at the facility. Mainstream Day Program Administrator reported Resident R1 has fallen while attending day program but did not sustain any injuries. Per family member of Resident R1, Resident R1 has not disclosed any falls to her and was recently diagnosed with osteopenia and then osteoporosis. Per San Gabriel/Pomona Regional Center Case Manager and reports provided, Resident R1 sustained a rib fracture and foot fracture prior to residing at the facility and the facility has been communicative regarding any falls or injuries, yet there have been no reports of Resident R1 falling or sustaining any injuries. Resident R1 was unable to provide a meaningful statement, and clients did not report any concerns. Per Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park medical records, the fractures found were age indeterminable and suspected as being old. There was no evidence to indicate Resident R1 sustained his injuries at the facility, therefore, the allegation is unsubstantiated. Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove alleged violation did or did not occur, therefore the above allegation is Unsubstantiated. In regards to the allegation Staff did not seek timely medical attention for resident, Investigation was completed by Investigations Branch (IB) Investigator Christine Ferris on 03/19/2025 it was revealed that the investigation did not provide sufficient evidence to substantiate neglect/lack of care in not seeking timely medical attention. Staff denied Resident R1 had any falls or sustained any injuries at the facility, thus, no medical attention was needed. Therefore, the allegation is unsubstantiated. Day Program interview with the Administrator stated that on 01/08/25 Resident R1 was pushed off his chair and has known Resident R1 40 years and he has not complained about falling at home or being at home. Residents interviewed had not witnessed any falls at the home. Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove alleged violation did or did not occur, therefore the above allegation is Unsubstantiated. In regards to the allegation Staff did not notify Resident R1's authorized representative of resident's fractures it was determined by the Investigator in IB Investigation that residents, and staff had never observed a fall at the home and Day Program Administrator stated resident had fallen when pushed off his chair. Interview with Administrator at Cogswell who stated that Resident R1 had never fallen at the facility so therefore there was not anything to report to the authorized representative. Interview with Staff S1 who stated they did not report anything to Resident R1's authorized representative because there was nothing to report. Stated they have in the past always notified the authorized representative. Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove alleged violation did or did not occur, therefore the above allegation is Unsubstantiated. In regards to the allegation Staff did not follow residents diet as prescribed by a physician, based on interviews conducted and information gathered it was revealed by Administrator Lilian Salmorin that every 3 months Resident R1 goes to the PKU specialist at UCLA. Documentation from Kaiser UCLA was observed dated 03/03/2025 which showed Resident R1's blood work related to PKU. Dietician at UCLA recommended juice formula and no medication for PKU. Administrator stated there is a diet just for him and it is posted on the refrigerator and the LPA observed it at today's visit. File for Resident R1 revealed documents for meat and meat substitutes, low protein, low-fat milk, fruits and berries. Interview with Staff S1 who stated that the PKU diet is followed for Resident R1. Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove alleged violation did or did not occur, therefore the above allegation is Unsubstantiated.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 3, 2025 · control 28-AS-20250121144952
Jan 16, 2025Facility evaluation reportCase Management - Health ChecksReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Health Checks
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Noemi Galarza made unannounced case management visit regarding a self reported incident on the relocation of 2 residents from Bedell Family Crest, The # 197601322, 3267 Fair Oaks, Altadena, CA 91001 to Cogswell Garden Home due to mandatory evacuation orders from Fire Advisory. LPA met with Administrator Lilian Salmorin and explained the purpose of the visit. A physical plant tour of the facility was conducted to check the health and safety of the 2 evacuee residents. The following observations were made: Both relocated residents have designated rooms with beds, bedding/linen, and hygiene supplies. Residents are in need of more clothing. Residents do not use medical equipment and are ambulatory. Medication Administration Records (MARs) for R1 only, medications, resident file documents were reviewed. One (1) additional staff was hired to accommodate the increase in resident census. Residents were transferred without medical insurance information and Face Sheet/Emergency Information. Regional Center has been notified. Review of staff rosters indicate there is sufficient staffing available to provide care for residents of both facilities. The facility has sufficient 2-day perishable and 7-day non perishable food supplies. The facility dining room is able to accommodate all residents. The last routine fire inspection was conducted 12/19/2024. The last fire drill was conducted on 12/20/2024. Administrator stated that it is unknown whether residents have responsible parties, and/or if they were notified. Exit interview was conducted with Administrator Lilian Salmorin and a copy of the report was issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 16, 2025
20245 state visits · 5 documents
Sep 5, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Glenn Trueman made an unannounced visit and was greeted by Staff Arnie Castillo and explained the reason for the visit. Shortly thereafter Administrator Lilian Salmorin arrived. The purpose of the visit is to complete the required inspection. LPA Trueman toured the facility along with Staff Arnie Castillo today 09/05/2024 at 11:50 AM and the following was observed: Facility contains 8 Resident Bedrooms and 4 Resident Bathrooms, dining room, living room, TV room, and laundry room. Required Annual Inspection included Infection Control, Operational Requirements, Physical Plant/ Environmental Safety, Staffing, Personnel Records/ Staff Training, Resident Rights- Information, Planned Activities, Food Service, Incidental Medical and Dental, Resident Records/ Incident Reports, Disaster preparedness, and Residents with Special Health Needs. LPA observed sufficient supply of 2 day perishables and 7 day non perishables. All staff were cleared and associated. Visitation signage was posted along with signage for hand washing and proper sanitizing. Licensee maintained an individual admission agreement for each client. Fire Clearance has been maintained. Carbon monoxide detector was observed in the facility. Each client has personal rights free from corporal or unusual punishment, infliction of pain, humiliation, ridicule, coercion, threats, mental abuse, or other actions of a punitive nature. Facility was clean, safe, sanitary, and in good repair at all times for the safety and well being of clients, employees and visitors. Medication was reviewed for 3 residents and was given per physician's directions. 4 Client Files and 5 Staff Files were reviewed. Interviews were conducted with 3 Staff and 3 residents. No deficiencies. Exit interview conducted.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 5, 2024
May 9, 2024Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Staff does not ensure facility water heater is in good repair Staff does not ensure facility has hot water for clients in care
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Glenn Trueman, made a visit to Cogswell Garden Home. The purpose of today's visit is to investigate the allegations above. On today's visit LPA met with and interviewed Staff S1 and Staff S2 from 1:20 PM to 145 PM At today's visit staff and resident roster was submitted. Interview was conducted telephonically with Administrator Lillian Salmorin at 1:50 PM. Interview was conducted with Client C1- C4 from 1:55 PM to 2:45 PM. In regards to the allegation Staff does not ensure facility water heater is in good repair, based on interviews conducted and information gathered it was revealed in interviews with staff that a new water heater was installed after 1 day of no hot water. New heater was installed within 24 hours. Interviews with Clients C1- C4 who all stated that there was new heater installed within 1 day. Interview with Regional Center Representative who stated that the water heater was replaced within 24 hours. It should be noted that the San Gabriel Pomona Regional Center's result of their investigation was Unsubstantiated. Unsubstantiated Interview was conducted with the Administrator Lillian Salmorin who stated that the new maintenance man said the water heater was no longer repairable. Stated she gave approval for him to purchase a new one and that he installed it within 24 hours. LPA observed the new water heater which had a piece of masking tape and on it stating 05/01/2024 replaced. Documentation from San Gabriel Pomona Regional Center states that Client C1 informed the Service Coordinator that they were offered another shower that has a different heater, but refused. Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove alleged violation did or did not occur, therefore the above allegation is Unsubstantiated. In regards to the allegation, Staff does not ensure facility has hot water for clients in care, based on interviews conducted and information gathered it was revealed by Regional Center Representative who stated that facility was without hot water for 1 day and Client C1 was offered to shower with hot water in another shower, but refused. Interview with Staff who stated that there was no hot water for 1 day and the water heater was replaced within 24 hours. At today's visit hot water temperature measured at 105F. in 2 shower rooms. Interview conducted with Client C2 - C4 who stated that there was no hot water for 1 day and within a day the new water heater was installed. It should be noted that the San Gabriel Pomona Regional Center's result of their investigation was Unsubstantiated. Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove alleged violation did or did not occur, therefore the above allegation is Unsubstantiated.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 9, 2024 · control 28-AS-20240501155416
Mar 4, 2024Complaint investigation reportSubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Staff did not follow PKU diet orders for residents Staff did not implement the IPP for residents Administrator did not assess the needs of residents prior to placement.
The reason for this report is to change the findings delivered on 02/29/24. LPA inadvertently listed the allegations as Unsubstaniated and they should be Substantiated. The reason for today's visit 02/29/24 is to correct the citation issued on 1/30/24 and issue an additional citation to address the remaining allegations. Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Glenn Trueman, made a visit to Cogswell Garden Home. The purpose of today's visit is to investigate the allegations above. On today's visit LPA met with Staff Arni Castillo. LPA received a Corrective Action Plan report from the SG/Pomona Regional Center dated January 22, 2024. The report states that the facility was unaware Client's C1 and C 2 were on a PKU diet and did not know what it was and needed to be on a special diet. This information was included in the IPP Risk Section for the reports written for 2016, 2019 and 2022. At today's visit staff and resident roster was submitted. Interview was conducted telephonically with Administrator Lillian Salmorin at 1:45 PM. Interview was conducted with Staff S 1 at 2:00 PM. Substantiated Interview was conducted with Client C1 at 2:45 PM. Client C 2 was in the hospital. In regards to the allegation Staff did not follow PKU diet orders for residents, based on interviews conducted and information gathered the Administrator stated that it is true that they did not follow PKU diet orders and was unaware of it. Staff S 1 stated that it was true that they were unaware of a PKU diet, but once Regional Center told them they implemented it. Interview with Client C 1 who stated he gets all his meals and is aware that he needs to be on a PKU diet. It should be noted that San Gabriel Pomona Regional Center on Corrective Action Plan 01/22/24 had substantiated findings. Review of files for C1 and C2 noted that they have PKU and needed to be on a special diet. In regards to the allegation Staff did not implement the IPP for residents, based on interviews conducted and information gathered, Administrator stated that she did not implement what was in the Initial Program Plan (IPP) in which the information was included in the IPP Risk Section for the reports written for 2016, 2019 and 2022. Interview with Staff S 1 who confirmed that they did not implement what was in Client C1 and C2's Initial Program Plan (IPP). It should be noted that San Gabriel Pomona Regional Center Corrective Action Plan 01/22/24 had substantiated findings. In regards to the allegation Administrator did not assess the needs of residents prior to placement, based on interviews conducted and information gathered Administrator stated that she had failed to review 2016 IPP prior to placement for C1 and C2. Interview with Staff S 1 who confirmed that the IPP was not reviewed for Client's C 1 and C 2 prior to placement. Interview with Client C 1 who stated he is on a PKU diet per doctor's orders. It should be noted that San Gabriel Pomona Regional Center on Corrective Action Plan 01/22/24 had substantiated findings. Based on observations and interviews which were conducted and record review, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the allegations Staff did not follow PKU diet orders for residents, Staff did not implement the IPP for residents, and Administrator did not assess the needs of residents prior to placement. are found to be Substantiated. California Code of Regulations, (Title 22, Division & Chapter number), are being cited on the attached LIC 9099D.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 4, 2024 · control 28-AS-20240123083006
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR 87555(b)(7) · Plan of correction due date: Feb 2, 2024
General Food Service Requirements (b) The following food service requirements shall apply: Modified diets prescribed by a resident's physician as a medical necessity shall be provided. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Review of Corrective Action Plan, and interviews conducted the facility did not follow a PKU diet, did not implement IPP and did not review IPP prior to placement for C 1 and C 2 which poses a potential health and safety risk for clients in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 4, 2024
Plan of correction: Administrator will conduct training for all staff which covers reviewing IPP's and reviewing PKU diets. Log of those who attended will be submitted to Licensing by POC due date. Deficiency cleared on 02/02/24 Facility complied
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR 87457(c)(4) · Plan of correction due date: Mar 4, 2024
Pre-Admission Appraisal - General Prior to admission a determination of the prospective resident's suitability for admission shall be completed and shall include an appraisal of his/her individual service needs in comparison with the admission criteria specified in Section 87455, Acceptance and Retention Limitations. If a needs assessment has already been completed by a placement agency or consultant, this shall be obtained and included in the facility's appraisal. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: The facility did not implement the IPP and did not complete a pre admission appraisal that contains the required information which poses a potential health and safety risk for clients in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 4, 2024
Plan of correction: Facility complied with the IPP and did complete a pre admission appraisal that contains the required information by POC due date. Administrator complied with Corrective Action Plan on 02/22/24 from Regional Center which included the above requirements. Deficiency cleared.
Feb 29, 2024Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Staff did not follow PKU diet orders for residents Staff did not implement the IPP for residents Administrator did not assess the needs of residents prior to placement.
The reason for today's visit 02/29/24 is to correct the citation issued on 1/30/24 and issue an additional citation to address the remaining allegations. Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Glenn Trueman, made a visit to Cogswell Garden Home. The purpose of today's visit is to investigate the allegations above. On today's visit LPA met with Staff Arni Castillo. LPA received a Corrective Action Plan report from the SG/Pomona Regional Center dated January 22, 2024. The report states that the facility was unaware Client's C1 and C 2 were on a PKU diet and did not know what it was and needed to be on a special diet. This information was included in the IPP Risk Section for the reports written for 2016, 2019 and 2022. At today's visit staff and resident roster was submitted. Interview was conducted telephonically with Administrator Lillian Salmorin at 1:45 PM. Interview was conducted with Staff S 1 at 2:00 PM. Interview was conducted with Client C1 at 2:45 PM. Client C 2 was in the hospital. In regards to the allegation Staff did not follow PKU diet orders for residents, based on interviews Unsubstantiated conducted and information gathered the Administrator stated that it is true that they did not follow PKU diet orders and was unaware of it. Staff S 1 stated that it was true that they were unaware of a PKU diet, but once Regional Center told them they implemented it. Interview with Client C 1 who stated he gets all his meals and is aware that he needs to be on a PKU diet. It should be noted that San Gabriel Pomona Regional Center on Corrective Action Plan 01/22/24 had substantiated findings. Review of files for C1 and C2 noted that they have PKU and needed to be on a special diet. In regards to the allegation Staff did not implement the IPP for residents, based on interviews conducted and information gathered, Administrator stated that she did not implement what was in the Initial Program Plan (IPP) in which the information was included in the IPP Risk Section for the reports written for 2016, 2019 and 2022. Interview with Staff S 1 who confirmed that they did not implement what was in Client C1 and C2's Initial Program Plan (IPP). It should be noted that San Gabriel Pomona Regional Center Corrective Action Plan 01/22/24 had substantiated findings. In regards to the allegation Administrator did not assess the needs of residents prior to placement, based on interviews conducted and information gathered Administrator stated that she had failed to review 2016 IPP prior to placement for C1 and C2. Interview with Staff S 1 who confirmed that the IPP was not reviewed for Client's C 1 and C 2 prior to placement. Interview with Client C 1 who stated he is on a PKU diet per doctor's orders. It should be noted that San Gabriel Pomona Regional Center on Corrective Action Plan 01/22/24 had substantiated findings. Based on observations and interviews which were conducted and record review, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the allegations Staff did not follow PKU diet orders for residents, Staff did not implement the IPP for residents, and Administrator did not assess the needs of residents prior to placement. are found to be Substantiated. California Code of Regulations, (Title 22, Division & Chapter number), are being cited on the attached LIC 9099D.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 29, 2024 · control 28-AS-20240123083006
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR 87555(b)(7) · Plan of correction due date: Feb 2, 2024
General Food Service Requirements (b) The following food service requirements shall apply: Modified diets prescribed by a resident's physician as a medical necessity shall be provided. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Review of Corrective Action Plan, and interviews conducted the facility did not follow a PKU diet, did not implement IPP and did not review IPP prior to placement for C 1 and C 2 which poses a potential health and safety risk for clients in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 29, 2024
Plan of correction: Administrator will conduct training for all staff which covers reviewing IPP's and reviewing PKU diets. Log of those who attended will be submitted to Licensing by POC due date. Deficiency cleared on 02/02/24 Facility complied
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR 87457(c)(4) · Plan of correction due date: Mar 4, 2024
Pre-Admission Appraisal - General Prior to admission a determination of the prospective resident's suitability for admission shall be completed and shall include an appraisal of his/her individual service needs in comparison with the admission criteria specified in Section 87455, Acceptance and Retention Limitations. If a needs assessment has already been completed by a placement agency or consultant, this shall be obtained and included in the facility's appraisal. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: The facility did not implement the IPP and did not complete a pre admission appraisal that contains the required information which poses a potential health and safety risk for clients in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 29, 2024
Plan of correction: Facility complied with the IPP and did complete a pre admission appraisal that contains the required information by POC due date. Administrator complied with Corrective Action Plan on 02/22/24 from Regional Center which included the above requirements. Deficiency cleared.
Jan 30, 2024Complaint investigation reportSubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Staff did not follow PKU diet orders for residents Staff did not implement the IPP for residents Administrator did not assess the needs of residents prior to placement.
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Glenn Trueman, made a visit to Cogswell Garden Home. The purpose of today's visit is to investigate the allegations above. On today's visit LPA met with Staff Arni Castillo. LPA received a Corrective Action Plan report from the SG/Pomona Regional Center dated January 22, 2024. The report states that the facility was unaware Client's C1 and C 2 were on a PKU diet and did not know what it was and needed to be on a special diet. This information was included in the IPP Risk Section for the reports written for 2016, 2019 and 2022. At today's visit staff and resident roster was submitted. Interview was conducted telephonically with Administrator Lillian Salmorin at 1:45 PM. Interview was conducted with Staff S 1 at 2:00 PM. Interview was conducted with Client C1 at 2:45 PM. Client C 2 was in the hospital. In regards to the allegation Staff did not follow PKU diet orders for residents, based on interviews conducted and information gathered the Administrator stated that it is true that they did not follow PKU diet orders and was unaware of it. Staff S 1 stated that it was true that they were unaware Substantiated of a PKU diet, but once Regional Center told them they implemented it. Interview with Client C 1 who stated he gets all his meals and is aware that he needs to be on a PKU diet. It should be noted that San Gabriel Pomona Regional Center on Corrective Action Plan 01/22/24 had substantiated findings. Review of files for C1 and C2 noted that they have PKU and needed to be on a special diet. In regards to the allegation Staff did not implement the IPP for residents, based on interviews conducted and information gathered, Administrator stated that she did not implement what was in the Initial Program Plan (IPP) in which the information was included in the IPP Risk Section for the reports written for 2016, 2019 and 2022. Interview with Staff S 1 who confirmed that they did not implement what was in Client C1 and C2's Initial Program Plan (IPP). It should be noted that San Gabriel Pomona Regional Center Corrective Action Plan 01/22/24 had substantiated findings. In regards to the allegation Administrator did not assess the needs of residents prior to placement, based on interviews conducted and information gathered Administrator stated that she had failed to review 2016 IPP prior to placement for C1 and C2. Interview with Staff S 1 who confirmed that the IPP was not reviewed for Client's C 1 and C 2 prior to placement. Interview with Client C 1 who stated he is on a PKU diet per doctor's orders. It should be noted that San Gabriel Pomona Regional Center on Corrective Action Plan 01/22/24 had substantiated findings. Based on observations and interviews which were conducted and record review, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the allegations Staff did not follow PKU diet orders for residents, Staff did not implement the IPP for residents, and Administrator did not assess the needs of residents prior to placement. are found to be Substantiated. California Code of Regulations, (Title 22, Division & Chapter number), are being cited on the attached LIC 9099D.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 30, 2024 · control 28-AS-20240123083006
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR 87468.1(a)(2) · Plan of correction due date: Feb 2, 2024
Personal Rights of Residents in All Facilities Residents in all residential care facilities for the elderly shall have all of the following personal rights: to be accorded safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: review of Corrective Action Plan, and interviews conducted the facility did not follow a PKU diet, did not implement IPP and did not review IPP prior to placement for C 1 and C 2 which poses a potential health and safety risk for clients in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 30, 2024
Plan of correction: Administrator will conduct training for all staff which covers reviewing IPP's and reviewing PKU diets. Log of those who attended will be submitted to Licensing by POC due date.
Earlier years2021 to 2023 · 4 documents
20232 state visits · 2 documents
Sep 12, 2023Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Glenn Trueman made an unannounced visit and was greeted by Caregiver Zenaida Libaton and explained the reason for the visit. Shortly thereafter Administrator Lilian Salmorin arrived. The purpose of the visit is to complete the required inspection. LPA Trueman toured the facility along with Administrator Lilian Salmorin today 09/12/2023 at 11:20 AM and the following was observed: Facility contains 8 Client Bedrooms and 4 Client Bathrooms, dining room, living room, TV room, and laundry room. Required Annual Inspection included Infection Control Practices, Operational Requirements, Physical Plant/ Environmental Safety, Staffing, Personnel Records/ Training, Client Rights- Information, Client Records- Incident Reports, Food Service, Health Related Services, Incidental Medical Services, Disaster preparedness, and Emergency Intervention. LPA observed sufficient supply of 2 day perishables and 7 day non perishables. All staff were cleared and associated. Visitation signage was posted along with signage for hand washing and proper sanitizing. Licensee maintained an individual admission agreement for each client. Fire Clearance has been maintained. Carbon monoxide detector was observed in the facility. Each client has personal rights free from corporal or unusual punishment, infliction of pain, humiliation, ridicule, coercion, threats, mental abuse, or other actions of a punitive nature. Facility was clean, safe, sanitary, and in good repair at all times for the safety and well being of clients, employees and visitors. Medication was reviewed and was given per physician's directions. 3 Client Files and 3 Staff Files were reviewed. Interviews were conducted with 3 Staff and 3 client's. There is currently no activity schedule and no activities being done at the facility. Deficiency cited on the 809 D. Exit interview conducted and copy provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 12, 2023
Aug 15, 2023Complaint investigation reportSubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Resident sustained pressure injuries while in care. Facility did not provide resident prompt medical treatment. Facility did not follow reporting requirements. Facility did not follow resident's care plan. Facility did not maintain accurate resident records. Facility retained a resident with a prohibited health condition. Facility staff are not properly trained. Staff are not administering medications to residents as prescribed.
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Joe Katrdzhyan conducted an unannounced follow up visit to this facility to deliver findings on the above mentioned allegations. The investigation regarding the above mentioned allegations was conducted by Investigator / Dennis Seng (DS). Upon arriving at the facility, LPA met with Staff / Arni Castillo and was later joined by the House Manager / Angelito Bajita who assisted with the visit. Prior visits were conducted at this facility on 7/20/21, 10/1/21 and 10/19/21 in reference to the allegations listed above. During the course of the investigation, interviews were conducted by DS with various persons to include the Administrator / Lilian Salmorin, Former House Manager / Gilberto Marasigan, Staff members 1 and 2 (S1 & S2), Facility RN / Nelia Aquino and Residents 2 and 3 (R2 & R3). DS made an attempt to interview Resident 1 (R1) but was unsuccessful due to R1's cognitive abilities. DS also obtained and reviewed medical records from Los Angeles Community Hospital (LACH) and Outreach Home Health Notes in reference to R1. During today's visit, LPA Katrdzhyan reviewed a random selection of medications/Medication Administration Substantiated Records (MARs) and interviewed the Current House Manager / Angelito Bajita. The investigation revealed the following; Allegations: Resident sustained pressure injuries while in care, Facility retained a resident with a prohibited health condition, Facility did not provide resident prompt medical treatment, and Facility did not maintain accurate resident’s records. During the course of this investigation, DS obtained and reviewed R1's medical records and facility file and conducted interviews with investigatory leads. The outcome of the investigation revealed that R1 was admitted to Los Angeles Community Hospital (LACH) on 3/3/21 and diagnosed with six pressure injuries in different wound areas, including some that were stage four. R1 was also observed thin and frail. Each pressure injury was identified as older and appeared to have developed prior to R1’s admission to LACH, on 3/3/21. Records from Outreach Home Health (OHH) (prepared by RN Maria Aguilar), show that as early as December 23, 2020, OHH noted a stage four pressure wound on R1's right buttock area. R1 was receiving wound care from OHH once per week. The facility did not maintain adequate records for R1. Client Notes prepared by staff dated 2/24/21, stated that “they told us to reposition him from time to time” but there was no documentation in R1's file regarding repositioning the resident. Staff interviewed stated that R1 was given a bath once every three days and staff only conducted body checks on R1 during bathing. Again, there was no documentation in R1's file regarding staff conducting body checks. Staff interviewed stated that logs were not kept for body checks or repositioning. Staff acknowledged not being aware that facility could not care for residents with stage three or four pressure injuries. Staff were not aware of the six pressure injuries R1 had developed during his stay at Cogswell Garden Home. This was likely due to lack of observation, documentation by facility staff and the lack of communication between staff, the treating physician and the Nurse from OHH. Staff acknowledged fault for lack of documentation and failing to seek timely medical care for R1. The former House Manager acknowledged of knowing the extent of R1's injury and failed to obtain medical treatment because he forgot. Based on the information gathered by DS, there is sufficient evidence to support the above allegations to be true. (See LIC 9099C for additional information) Allegation: Facility did not follow reporting requirements. During the course of this investigation, DS conducted an interview with the Administrator and the Administrator admitted that facility staff failed to report the hospitalization and pressure injuries involving R1 to Community Care Licensing (CCL). Based on the information gathered by DS, there is sufficient evidence to support this allegation to be true. Allegation: Facility staff are not properly trained. During the course of the investigation, DS conducted interviews with investigatory leads. Based on interviews conducted, the statements obtained were consistent and corroborated with the above-mentioned allegation. Staff and facility Registered Nurse (RN) / Nelia Aquino stated that there were no formal trainings conducted for Cogswell Garden Home staff to care and treat for the pressure injuries sustained on R1 and any other residents until after the incident involving R1. Staff acknowledged not being aware that facility could not care for residents with stage three or four pressure injuries due to lack of training. Based on the information gathered by DS, there is sufficient evidence to support this allegation to be true. Allegation: Facility did not follow Resident's care plan. During the course of this investigation, facility staff were unable to produce records showing that there was a care plan for the R1's pressure wound (right buttock area) and if staff were following the care plan. During today's visit, the Current House Manager looked in the file of R1 and was unable to produce a copy of a care plan for R1. Based on the information gathered, there is sufficient evidence to support this allegation to be true. Allegation: Staff are not administering medications to residents as prescribed. During today's visit, LPA Katrdzhyan reviewed a random selection of medications/Medication Administration Records (MARs) and discovered the following medication error. Thick-It Powder (PRN) for Resident 4 (R4) was missing at the facility. According to the Current House Manager, staff are administering Resident 5's (R5's) Thick-It Powder to R4 because R4's Thick-It Powder "ran out". Based on LPA's observation, interview conducted and record review, there is sufficient evidence to support this allegation to be true. Based on observations and interviews which were conducted and record reviews, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegations are found to be Substantiated. California Code of Regulations, (Title 22, Division & Chapter number), are being cited on the attached LIC 9099D. An immediate civil penalty will be issued today, in the amount of $500 due to Resident sustained pressure injuries while in care. At this time, an Enhanced Civil Penalty (ECP) determination is pending in reference to Health and Safety Code 1569.49(e) & (f) and may be assessed at a later date. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was provided along with the Appeals Rights.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 15, 2023 · control 28-AS-20210716151943
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type A · Section cited: CCR 87609(b)(2) · Plan of correction due date: Aug 16, 2023
Allowable Health Conditions and the Use of Home Health Agencies. Incidental medical care may be provided to residents through a licensed home health agency provided the following conditions are met: The licensee provides the supporting care and supervision needed to meet the needs of the resident receiving home health care. This requirement is not being met as evidenced by: R1 was admitted to Los Angeles Community Hospital on 3/3/21 and diagnosed with six pressure injuries in different wound areas, including some that were stage four. Each pressure injury was identified as older and appeared to have developed prior to R1’s admission to LACH, on 3/3/21. Records from Outreach Home Health (OHH) show that as early as December 23, 2020, OHH noted a stage four pressure wound on R1's right buttock area. This poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 15, 2023
Plan of correction: Administrator will review Title 22 Regulations Section 87609 on Allowable Health Conditions and the Use of Home Health Agencies and develop a written Plan of Correction (POC) to ensure compliance. Written POC must be submitted to CCL by the POC due date. ***An immediate civil penalty is being assessed in the amount of $500.00.***
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type A · Section cited: CCR 87615(a)(1) · Plan of correction due date: Aug 16, 2023
Prohibited Health Conditions. Persons who require health services for or have a health condition including, but not limited to, those specified below shall not be admitted or retained in a residential care facility for the elderly: Stage 3 and 4 pressure injuries. This requirement is not being met as evidenced by: Records from Outreach Home Health (OHH) show that as early as 12/23/20, OHH noted a stage four pressure wound on R1's right buttock area but yet R1 continued to reside at the facility until being hospitalized on 3/3/21. The former House Manager acknowledged of knowing the extent of R1's injury and failed to obtain medical treatment because he forgot. This poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 15, 2023
Plan of correction: Administrator will review Title 22 Regulations, Section 87615 on Prohibited Health Conditions, and conduct an in-service training with all staff and submit a copy of the sign in sheet of all attendees along with the topics covered during the in-service training to CCL, by the POC due date.
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type A · Section cited: CCR 87465(a)(2) · Plan of correction due date: Aug 16, 2023
Incidental Medical and Dental Care. The licensee shall provide assistance in meeting necessary medical and dental needs. This requirement is not being met as evidenced by: Records from Outreach Home Health (OHH) show that as early as 12/23/20, OHH noted a stage four pressure wound on R1's right buttock area but yet R1 continued to reside at the facility until being hospitalized on 3/3/21. This was likely due to lack of observation, documentation by facility staff and the lack of communication between staff, the treating physician and the Nurse from OHH. Staff acknowledged fault for failing to seek timely medical care for R1. The former House Manager acknowledged of knowing the extent of R1's injury and failed to obtain medical treatment because he forgot. This poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 15, 2023
Plan of correction: Administrator will review Title 22 Regulations Section 87465 on Incidental Medical and Dental Care and develop a written Plan of Correction (POC) to ensure compliance. Written POC must be submitted to CCL by the POC due date.
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type A · Section cited: CCR 87465(c)(2) · Plan of correction due date: Aug 16, 2023
Incidental Medical and Dental Care. Once ordered by the physician the medication is given according to the physician's directions. This requirement is not being met as evidenced by: On 8/15/23, LPA reviewed medications/Medication Administration Record (MAR) for Resident 4 (R4) and discovered that the Thick-It Powder (PRN) for R4 was missing at the facility. According to the Current House Manager, staff are administering Resident 5's (R5's) Thick-It Powder to R4 because R4's Thick-It Powder "ran out". This poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 15, 2023
Plan of correction: Administrator will review Title 22 Regulations, Section 87465 on Incidental Medical and Dental Care, and conduct an in-service training with all staff and submit a copy of the sign in sheet of all attendees along with the topics covered during the in-service training to CCL, by the POC due date. Administrator will also order a Thick-It Powder (PRN) for R4 and submit proof of correction to CCL by the POC due date.
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR 87211(a)(1)(B) · Plan of correction due date: Aug 31, 2023
Reporting Requirements. A written report shall be submitted to the licensing agency and to the person responsible for the resident within seven days of the occurrence of any of the events specified in (A) through (D) below. This report shall include the resident's name, age, sex and date of admission; date and nature of event; attending physician's name, findings, and treatment, if any; and disposition of the case. Any serious injury as determined by the attending physician and occurring while the resident is under facility supervision. This requirement is not being met as evidenced by: Investigator / Dennis Seng conducted an interview with the Administrator and the Administrator admitted that facility staff failed to report the hospitalization and pressure injuries involving R1 to CCL. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 15, 2023
Plan of correction: Administrator will review Title 22 Regulations, Section 87211 on Reporting Requirements, and conduct an in-service training with all staff and submit a copy of the sign in sheet of all attendees along with the topics covered during the in-service training to CCL, by the POC due date.
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR 87411(d)(1-6) · Plan of correction due date: Aug 31, 2023
Personnel Requirements - General. All personnel shall be given on the job training or have related experience in the job assigned to them. This training and/or related experience shall provide knowledge of and skill in the following, as appropriate for the job assigned and as evidenced by safe and effective job performance... This requirement is not being met as evidenced by: Staff and facility Registered Nurse (RN) / Nelia Aquino stated that there were no formal trainings conducted for Cogswell Garden Home staff to care and treat for the pressure injuries sustained on R1 and any other residents until after the incident involving R1. Staff acknowledged not being aware that facility could not care for residents with stage three or four pressure injuries due to lack of training. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 15, 2023
Plan of correction: Administrator will review Title 22 Regulations Section 87411 on Personnel Requirements - General, and develop a written Plan of Correction (POC) to ensure compliance. Written POC must be submitted to CCL by the POC due date.
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR 87611(b)(1)(A-D) · Plan of correction due date: Aug 31, 2023
General Requirements for Allowable Health Conditions. The licensee shall complete and maintain a current, written record of care for each resident that includes, but is not limited to, the following: Documentation from the physician of the following: (A) Stability of the medical condition(s); (B) Medical condition(s) which require incidental medical services; (C) Method of intervention; (D) Resident's ability to perform the procedure; and (E) An appropriately skilled professional shall be identified who will perform the procedure if the resident needs assistance. This requirement is not being met as evidenced by: During the course of this investigation, facility staff were unable to produce records showing that there was a care plan for the R1's pressure wound (right buttock area) and if staff were following the care plan. On 8/15/23, the Current House Manager looked in the file of R1 and was unable to produce a copy of a care plan for R1. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 15, 2023
Plan of correction: Administrator will review Title 22 Regulations Section 87611 on General Requirements for Allowable Health Conditions, and develop a written Plan of Correction (POC) to ensure compliance. Written POC must be submitted to CCL by the POC due date.
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR 87506(b)(13) · Plan of correction due date: Aug 31, 2023
Resident Records. Each resident’s record shall contain at least the following information: Continuing record of any illness, injury, or medical or dental care, when it impacts the resident's ability to function or needed services. This requirement is not being met as evidenced by: R1 was receiving wound care from OHH once per week. The facility did not maintain adequate records for R1. Client Notes prepared by staff dated 2/24/21, stated that “they told us to reposition him from time to time” but there was no documentation in R1's file regarding repositioning the resident. Staff interviewed stated that R1 was given a bath once every three days and staff only conducted body checks on R1 during bathing. Again, there was no documentation in R1's file regarding staff conducting body checks. Staff interviewed stated that logs were not kept for body checks or repositioning. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 15, 2023
Plan of correction: Administrator will review Title 22 Regulations Section 87506 on Resident Records, and develop a written Plan of Correction (POC) to ensure compliance. Written POC must be submitted to CCL by the POC due date.
20221 state visit · 1 document
Sep 8, 2022Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Glenn Trueman made an unannounced visit and was greeted by Staff Angelito Bajita and explained the reason for the visit. The purpose of the visit is to complete the required inspection. LPA Trueman toured the facility along with Staff Angelito Bajita today 9/8/2022 at 1:15 PM and the following was observed: Facility contains 8 Client Bedrooms and 4 Client Bathrooms, dining room, living room, TV room, and laundry room. Required Annual inspection included Infection Control Domain and check of the food supply, medications and criminal clearance check. LPA observed sufficient supply of 2 day perishables and 7 day non perishables. Medication for clients were verified as being administered and a 30 day supply on hand. Visitation signage was posted along with signage for hand washing and proper sanitizing. Temperature checks are conducted 2x a day and logged. Staff have been trained in hand washing. All staff have criminal clearance. Staff are sufficient with no shortages and there is a plan to replace workers if ill. There are rooms available if isolation is needed. Staff wear masks, gloves and face shields. Bathrooms have proper signage for hand washing. There are multiple stations for hand sanitizing. Social distancing is implemented. Meal times are sanitized after each meal. Facility has sufficient supply of PPE. Facility has a specific plan to ensure proper cleaning and disinfection of environmental surfaces and laundry; commonly touched surfaces are cleaned and disinfected at least once every shift . Plan when to notify medical provider if symptoms develop or COVID-19 exposure or when to call 911 for severe respiratory distress. No deficiencies. Exit interview conducted.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 8, 2022
20211 state visit · 1 document
Nov 1, 2021Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Glenn Trueman made an unannounced visit and was greeted by Caregiver Arni Castillo and explained the reason for the visit. The purpose of the visit is to complete the required inspection. Shortly thereafter Gilbert Marasigan House Manager arrived. LPA Trueman toured the facility along with Gilbert Marasigan House Manager today 11/01/2021 at 1:10 PM and the following was observed: Facility contains 8 Client Bedrooms and 4 Bathrooms, dining room, living room, TV room, and front yard and activity area.. Required Annual inspection included Infection Control Domain and check of the food supply, medications and criminal clearance check. LPA observed sufficient supply of 2 day perishables and 7 day non perishables. All staff were cleared and associated. Medication for clients were verified as being administered and a 30 day supply on hand. Visitation signage was posted along with signage for hand washing and proper sanitizing. Temperature checks are conducted 2x a day and logged. Staff have been trained in hand washing. Staff are sufficient with no shortages and there is a plan to replace workers if ill. There are rooms available if isolation is needed. Staff wear masks. Bathrooms have proper signage for hand washing. There are multiple stations for hand sanitizing. Social distancing is implemented. Meal times are sanitized after each meal. Facility has sufficient supply of PPE. Facility has a specific plan to ensure proper cleaning and disinfection of environmental surfaces and laundry; commonly touched surfaces are cleaned and disinfected at least once every shift . Plan when to notify medical provider if symptoms develop or COVID-19 exposure or when to call 911 for severe respiratory distress. No deficiencies. Advisory Notices issued (LIC 9102). Exit interview conducted with Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 1, 2021
7 of 15 beds were occupied at the April 3, 2025 state visit — a count on that day, not an opening.
License holder
Cogswell Garden Home, LLC, licensed since 2005.
The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2005, as the state’s facility page counts them
- State visits on file
- 14
- Total complaints
- 4
- Substantiated allegations
- 11
- Type A citations
- 4
- Type B citations
- 6
These are the state’s own totals for this license since 2005, per CDSS records. The state counts them apart from the documents above, and they can differ from what those documents show; the documents say what each visit found. One complaint can contain several allegations.
Compare with homes the same size
| This home | Typical | |
|---|---|---|
| Type A citations | 4 | 0 |
| Type B citations | 6 | 0 |
| Substantiated allegations | 11 | 0 |
| Total complaints | 4 | 1 |
“Typical” is the statewide median for licensed homes this size. It does not adjust for years licensed, and older licenses have had more visits and reports. The median is across the 327 licensed mid-size homes (7–15 beds) in the state record. The figures compared are the state’s totals, not the documents.
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
An “unsubstantiated” complaint is not a finding of wrongdoing — it means the state investigated and could not confirm the allegation. Outcome words are the state’s own; we never grade, score, or color a record, and we publish no reviews — the state’s dated documents stand in their place.
Frequently asked questions
A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
Quick answers about Cogswell Garden Home
Is Cogswell Garden Home licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
How many residents is Cogswell Garden Home licensed for?
15 residents — a mid-size home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Has Cogswell Garden Home been cited?
4 Type A and 6 Type B citations since 2005, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 14 state visits over the same years.
Is Cogswell Garden Home still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 11, 2026.
What does Cogswell Garden Home cost?
$5,450 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,300–$7,150. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 8 homes with 7 to 49 beds and similar homes within 5 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
Among 232 other homes of a similar licensed size across Los Angeles County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,000 to $6,151 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 232 other homes publishing a starting rate).
Each of those is a home’s own published figure, gathered on its own date between September and October 2026 — not an average of ours, and not a survey. Similar size means small and mid-size homes counted together, and large communities counted on their own, because they are different markets.
A home outside the band is not overcharging or underpricing: a starting rate covers different things in different homes, which is the first thing to ask about.
The price is made in the phone call. Nothing here is a quote, an offer or a discount.
A starting rate is the room and the base care. California homes commonly bill care levels, medication management, supplies, transport and a second person in the room as extras. Many also charge a one-time fee at move-in. Ask for that list in writing before anything is signed.
Only prices a home put out itself count here: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price a listing site says the home confirmed. Prices a site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
Does Cogswell Garden Home take Medi-Cal?
On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home is not on the DHCS participation list dated October 1, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
Who holds the license?
The license is held by Cogswell Garden Home, LLC, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Baldwin Park is 2.4 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Cogswell Garden Home keep a resident on hospice?
Not on file — the state’s record does not list hospice care on this license. Ask: “Can a resident stay here on hospice, and under what conditions?”
Cogswell Garden Home license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “COGSWELL GARDEN HOME”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #197606347. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- Licensed for 15 residents — a mid-size home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- Licensed to Cogswell Garden Home, LLC, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- First licensed in 2005, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- 14 state inspection visits since 2005, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- 4 Type A and 6 Type B citations on file since 2005, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. The same records count 14 state visits in that period.
- 4 complaints and 11 substantiated allegations on file since 2005, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
- The most recent state visit on file is September 10, 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
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Estimated starting rate
$6,700 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $5,500–$8,250On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$6,700 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $5,500–$8,250On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$6,700 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $5,500–$8,250On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$5,900 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $4,650–$7,750On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$6,700 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $5,500–$8,250On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$6,700 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $5,500–$8,250On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
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