Cura Amore

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mary Rico made an unannounced visit to the facility. The purpose of the visit was to conduct a required comprehensive annual inspection. LPA met with Administrator Anna Bella Vito and was granted entry to the facility. Licensed capacity is (6) current census (5). LPA was accompanied by Administrator Anna Bella Vito 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 (CCL). There are no obstructions to indoor and outdoor passageways. The facility is maintained at a comfortable temperature. LPA 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. The facility is equipped with operating smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms. Posters such as personal rights, the CCL 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 office for resident/staff files. Overall, the facility is clean, in good repair, and operating in safe conditions for residents in care. Food Service: Non-perishable and perishable food supply is sufficient for number of residents in care. Facility has a variety of food available for residents. Dishes, cups, and utensils were also stored properly. Care & Supervision: Facility has sufficient care staff for coverage 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.Record Review: LPA reviewed (3) resident files for admission agreements, updated physician reports, and needs and services plans. LPA reviewed (3) resident medications and (2) hospice files. LPA also reviewed (3) staff files for First Aid/CPR certification, criminal record clearance, training's, and health screenings.Based on the observations made during today’s visit, no deficiencies were cited per Title 22, Division 6, of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted, and this report (LIC809) was discussed and provided to Anna Bella Vito.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 9, 2026

Type of visit: Case Management - Other

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mary Rico conducted an unannounced case management visit pertaining to resident’s eviction notice. LPA Rico met with staff Juana Tidy and explained the purpose of the visit. The Administrator Ann B. Vito was contacted and informed about today’s visit. During today’s visit LPA Rico conduct staff interviews, tour the facility and review records. LPA Rico reviewed the 30day eviction notice that was served to resident (R1) on 2/5/2025 and discovered the eviction notice did not follow Community Care Licensing Eviction Procedures. The notice did not include the following: · A copy of the resident’s current service plan. · The relocation evaluation. · The right of the resident or resident’s legal representative to contact the department to investigate the reasons given for the eviction pursuant to Section 1569.35. · The contact information for the local long-term care ombudsman, including address and telephone number. · A statement if the Licensee pursues an unlawful detainer action, the resident must be served with a summons and complaint. · A statement that informs the resident that the Licensee cannot evict a resident who remains in the facility after the effective date of eviction unless the Licensee files an unlawful detainer action in superior court and receives a written judgement signed by a judge · Statement that resident has right to contest the eviction in writing and through a hearing. Based of on the information gathered today’s visit one (1) deficiency was cited per Title 22, Division 6, of the California Code of Regulations.An exit interview was conducted, and this report (LIC809) (LIC809D) was discussed on the phone with Administrator Ann B. Vito and a copy was provided to staff Juana Tidy.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 27, 2025

From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: HSC 1569.682(a)(2) · Plan of correction due date: Jul 11, 2025

Health and Safety Code section 1569.682(a)(2)(A) through (F)(2) Provide each resident or the resident’s responsible person with a written notice no later than...The notice shall include all of the following:This requirement is not met as evidenced by Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by not ensuring that Resident1 have an annual medical assessment as required for dementia resident which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 27, 2025

Plan of correction: Licensee stated they will have an in-service training on how to wrtie a proper eviction notice notice. POC due date 7/11/2025

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mary Rico made an unannounced visit to the facility. The purpose of the visit was to conduct a required comprehensive annual inspection. LPA met with Administrator Anna Bella Vito and was granted entry to the facility. Licensed capacity is (6) current census (5). LPA was accompanied by Administrator Anna Bella Vito 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 (CCL). There are no obstructions to indoor and outdoor passageways. The facility is maintained at a comfortable temperature. LPA 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. The facility is equipped with operating smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms. Posters such as personal rights, the CCL 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 office for resident/staff files. Overall, the facility is clean, in good repair, and operating in safe conditions for residents in care. Food Service: Non-perishable and perishable food supply is sufficient for number of residents in care. Facility has a variety of food available for residents. Dishes, cups, and utensils were also stored properly. Care & Supervision: Facility has sufficient care staff for coverage 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Record Review: LPA reviewed (3) resident files for admission agreements, updated physician reports, and needs and services plans. LPA reviewed (3) resident medications and (3) hospice files. LPA also reviewed (3) staff files for First Aid/CPR certification, criminal record clearance, training's, and health screenings. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, no deficiencies were cited per Title 22, Division 6, of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted, and this report (LIC809) was discussed and provided to Anna Bella Vito.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 8, 2025

Allegation investigated: Resident sustained unexplained injury while in care.

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mary Rico conducted an unannounced visit to investigate and deliver findings on the allegations listed above. LPA met with caregiver Renz Acosta to explain the purpose of the visit, and the Administrator Wendy Uson was contacted and informed. The investigation consisted of staff interviews, resident interviews, and record review. LPA Rico conducted (5) staff interviews and (6) resident interviews. For the allegation, Resident sustained unexplained injury while in care. During staff interviews, 5 out of the 5 staff stated that R1 was having a behavior and had accidentally hit themselves. In addition, 4 out of the 5 staff stated they took the proper protocols for resident safety and reported the incident report to management. Furthermore, 5 out of the 5 staff stated they have not hit their residents and have not witness another staff abuse their residents. Unsubstantiated During resident interviews, 4 out of the 6 residents stated they have not sustained an injury while in care. In addition, 4 out of the 6 residents stated they have not been abused by staff. Furthermore, 2 out of the 6 residents were unable collaborate to allegation listed above. During record review, LPA observed a Special Incident Report was submitted to Community Care Licensing regarding R1 incident. The incident report indicated R1 was having a behavior while in care that caused for a self-injury. Based on the evidence found during the investigation, the one (1) allegation listed above are deemed UNSUBSTANTIATED. A finding that the complaints are UNSUBSTANTIATED means although the allegation may have happened or are valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations did or did not occur. During today’s visit, no deficiencies were cited per Title 22, Division 6, of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted, and this report (LIC9099) was discussed and provided to caregiver Renz Acostathe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 17, 2024 · control 56-AS-20241126133334

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mary Rico made an unannounced visit to the facility. The purpose of the visit was to conduct a required comprehensive annual inspection. LPA met with staff Administrator Anna Vito and was granted entry to the facility. Licensed capacity is (6) current census (6). LPA was accompanied by staff Anna Vita 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 (CCL). There are no obstructions to indoor and outdoor passageways. The facility is maintained at a comfortable temperature. LPA inspected client bedrooms; they are equipped with required furniture such as: mattresses, nightstands, storage space, and sufficient lighting; bathrooms were clean, and appliances were operating appropriately. LPA observed sufficient furniture and lighting throughout the facility. The facility is equipped with operating smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms. Posters such as personal rights, the CCL complaint poster, and the disaster plan were posted in a common area. Cleaning supplies, toxins, sharps, and other dangerous items were kept inaccessible to clients in care. There was a designated space for client/staff files. During facility tour, LPA observed that the garage had a section set up as a bedroom. S1 had informed LPA that S2 lives inside the garage. The facility was not approved to allow a staff member to live in the garage. Facility sketch indicated the garage is not a staff room. Food Service: Non-perishable and perishable food supply is sufficient for number of clients in care. Facility has a variety of food available for clients. Dishes, cups, and utensils were also stored properly. Care & Supervision: Facility has sufficient care staff for coverage 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Record Review: LPA reviewed (3) client files for admission agreements, updated physician reports, and needs and services plans. LPA reviewed two (3) client medications. LPA also reviewed (3) staff files for First Aid/CPR certification, criminal record clearance, trainings, and health screenings. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, one (1) deficiency were cited per Title 22, Division 6, of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted, and this report (LIC809) (LIC809D) was discussed and provided to Administrator Anna Vito. Along with the appeal rights.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 8, 2024

Type of visit: Case Management - Other

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Javier Prieto arrived to the facility, as a case management visit, to have the Administrator Vito sign an amended complaint #56-AS-20220502165138. LPA Prieto toured the facility with Administrator. The facility has 6 clients at the home during this visit. LPA Prieto and Ms Vito signed the complaint report and a copy with the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 23, 2023

Allegation investigated: Staff do not assist the resident with incontinence care. Staff do not provide activities. Staff yell at the resident. Staff misplaced the resident's belongings. Staff do not assist the resident with hygiene.

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ryan Gardner made an unannounced visit to investigate and deliver findings for the allegations listed above. LPA stated the purpose of the visit and was granted entry and met with Administrator Anna Bella Vito. The investigation consisted of a facility tour, resident interviews, staff interviews, and document review. For allegation, Staff do not assist the resident with incontinence care: Interviews with residents and the staff revealed that there are no issues with the staff providing incontinence care to the residents. The staff denied neglecting the resident’s incontinence needs. The staff stated that the resident’s diapers are changed when the residents wake up, after each meal, before bed, as well as more often on an as needed basis. The residents do not have any concerns with their incontinence care being provided by the staff. Unsubstantiated For allegation, Staff do not provide activities: LPA toured the facility and found a supply of activities and games in the main living area. Interviews with residents and the staff revealed that the staff provide activities for the residents. The facility has activities such as watching movies together, eating meals outside together, puzzles, bingo, coloring, balloon toss, and hand/leg exercising. The residents do not have any concerns with the number of activities available at the facility. For allegation, Staff yell at the resident: Interviews with residents and the staff revealed that the staff do not yell at the residents. The staff denied yelling at the residents. The residents denied that the staff yell at them. For allegation, Staff misplaced the resident's belongings: Interviews with residents and the staff revealed that there was no evidence of the staff misplacing a resident’s belongings. The staff denied taking or moving personal items from the resident’s bedrooms. If a resident misplaces a personal belonging, the staff will help the resident look for the item. The residents denied having any issues with staff misplacing their personal belongings. For allegation, Staff do not assist the resident with hygiene: Interviews with residents and the staff revealed that there are no issues with resident hygiene. The staff denied neglecting the resident’s hygiene needs. The residents stated that the staff helps them with their hygiene needs. Overall, there was not enough evidence to collaborate the allegations listed above. Based on evidence obtained during the investigation, the five (5) allegations listed above are deemed UNSUBSTANTIATED. A finding that the complaints are UNSUBSTANTIATED means although the allegations may have happened or are valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations did or did not occur. During today’s visit, no deficiencies were cited per Title 22, Division 6, of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted, and this report (LIC9099) was discussed and provided to Administrator Anna Bella Vito, along with a copy of the appeal rights.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 16, 2023 · control 18-AS-20210316130446