Cozy Senior Home

Type of visit: Case Management - Deficiencies

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kevin Gould conducted an unannounced Case Management deficiencies inspection at Cozy Senior Home RCFE on 10/1/26 to address deficiencies while conducting an unrelated complaint investigation. LPA reviewed current staff schedule and observed two staff members listed on the schedule either without criminal record clearance or not having their criminal record clearance associated to the facility. Facility licensee present at the facility today confirmed that neither individual is currently working at the facility but admitted they have worked at the facility in the past. Per the California Code of Regulation, Title 22, the following deficiencies are cited. An immediate civil penalty was also issued during today's inspection. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report and appeal rights were provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 1, 2026

From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type A · Section cited: CCR 87355(e)(3) · Plan of correction due date: Oct 2, 2026

Criminal Record Clearance: All individuals subject to a criminal record review pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1569.17(b) shall prior to working, residing or volunteering in a licensed facility... Request a transfer of a criminal record clearance as specified in Section 87355(c). This requirement was not met as evidenced by two staff members were working and present at the facility without criminal record clearance or being assoicated to the facility which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to residents in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 1, 2026

Plan of correction: Licensee agrees to provide a written plan of correction that outlines the processes and procedures for onboarding of new staff members to ensure all requirements are met prior to their working at the facility.

We haven’t transcribed this report yet. The complete document is on the state’s site.

Type of visit: Post Licensing

On 5/14/26 at 10:20am Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kevin Gould conducted a required post licensing inspection at Cozy Senior Care. LPA met with volunteer, Parveen Saroay and together conducted a tour of the home. LPA and volunteer evaluated the physical plant to ensure the health and safety of the residents in care. Areas inspected are including but not limited to the kitchen, resident bedrooms; resident bathrooms, living and dining room and outdoor areas. LPA observed the facility to be free of odor, clean and in good repair. LPA observed that all rooms are equipped with the required furniture and sufficient lighting throughout the facility. LPA measured the water temperature, temperature measured at 115 degrees F which meets the 105-120 degree Fahrenheit regulation. LPA observed the facility lacked sufficient seven day non-perishable and two day perishable food supplies. Fire extinguishers and smoke detectors are current and in compliance with fire safety. LPA notes the facility had the required carbon monoxide detectors. First aid kit was checked and is complete. LPA observed centrally stored medications secure from residents. LPA observed one staff member present without having their criminal record clearance associated to the facility. LPA observed incomplete staff and resident files without signatures or dates. LPA observed missed documentation for medication administration for residents. Facility is in need of appropriate signage that meets regulations. Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22 the following deficiencies cited during today's inspection. An immediate civil penalty is issued from today's inspection. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report and appeal rights were left at the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 14, 2026

The state marks this report as 8 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 5. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

Type of visit: Prelicensing

On January 07, 2026 at 9:50 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Avelina Martinez arrived announced to conducted a Pre-Licensing Inspection of the facility to ensure compliance with Title 22 regulations. LPA Avelina Martinez met with Ketan Patal, who assisted LPA Martinez in today’s inspection. Facility has a fire clearance for six non-ambulatory residents. Ketan Patal will be the designated Administrator of this facility and has current Administrator Certificate and expires on August 19, 2027. LPA Martinez inspected the interior and the exterior of the facility including the common living spaces, resident bedrooms and bathrooms, and kitchen. The facility was clean, sanitary, and in good repair. The facility maintained a comfortable temperature for residents. The facility temperature was 70 degrees. The facility’s hot water temperature measured at 118 degrees. The facility’s fire extinguishers were last inspected in December 2025. The facility has an adequate food supply and has a food and emergency kit. Resident bedrooms and bathrooms are furnished and sanitary. The facility common rooms are furnished and sanitary. The facility has a designated area for activities. The facility has a medication room, which is made inaccessible to clients in care. The facility has a first aid kit, and facility files are maintained. The facility has implemented an electronic medication administration record software program. The exterior of the facility has a covered furnished patio for resident use. The exterior emergency exit gate is in good repair, and the exterior of the facility is clear of debris. The applicant has passed the pre-licensing component of the application process. LPA Martinez will notify the Central Application Bureau (CAB) that the pre-licensing has been completed and passed. Component III was discussed with the applicant. An exit Interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was provided to the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 7, 2026

Type of visit: Office

Facility Type: RCFE Application Type: CHOW Capacity: 6 Census (if any clients in care): 4 COMP II Participants: Licensee Gagan Sandhu and Licensee/Administrator Ketan Patel Interview Method: Telephone interview On 12/12/2025, applicant/administrator participated in COMP II. Identification of the applicant and administrator was verified through interview questions based on photo ID and other identifying personal information. During COMP II, applicant and administrator confirmed that they have read and understand community care facility licensing laws included in the Health and Safety Codes and the California Code of Regulations Title 22. Signed LIC 809 with copy of photo ID have been obtained. During COMP II, CAB analyst confirmed Applicant/Administrator’s understanding of following areas: 1. Facility operation: License type, client/resident populations, and program 2. Admission Policies 3. Staffing requirements & Training 4. Restrictive/Prohibited Health Conditions 5. General provisions 6. Emergency Preparedness 7. Complaints & Reporting 8. Pre-licensing readinessthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 12, 2025