Darrah Manor

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Martha Arroyo arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct the required annual visit. Upon arrival, the LPA was greeted by staff and at this time the reason for the visit was explained. The Administrator, Bernadita Salvador arrived during the inspection. Entrance interview conducted. During today’s inspection, the LPA along with the Administrator toured the physical plant areas inside and outside to ensure there are no health and safety hazards, and facility is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. The following was observed: Kitchen: The LPA inspected the kitchen/food service area at approximately 11:05 a.m. Knives and sharps were observed in a locked box inaccessible at the time of the visit. Kitchen appliances were in operable condition. The facility has a sufficient supply of perishable and non-perishable food. Refrigerator and food pantry were checked for proper labels and expiration dates. At 11:10 a.m., the hot water temperature was measured at 109.0 degrees Fahrenheit. Common Areas: At the time of the visit, furniture in the common areas was observed to be in good condition. The facility maintained a comfortable temperature. The LPA observed several fire extinguishers throughout the facility to be fully charged with a date of 03/13/2025. Required postings were observed throughout the common space. Report Continued on LIC 809C... Report Continued from LIC 809... There is a working telephone on premises. Cameras observed in the common areas. Activities were observed in the living room. The LPA observed a fireplace; adequately covered. LPA observed an adequate amount of emergency food and water. No hazards/obstruction observed inside or out. Restroom: There is one (1) restroom for resident use. The bathroom is located by the main hallway. Bathroom was clean and sanitary and in operating condition with grab bars and non-skid surfaces. The bathroom were sufficiently stocked with supplies and paper towels. Starting at 10:55 a.m., the hot water temperature was measured in the bathroom, and it measured within the required range of 105 – 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Personal hygiene items were observed locked and inaccessible to residents in care at the time of the visit. Bedrooms: There are three (3) bedrooms for resident use. All resident rooms were observed to be furnished appropriately with linens, appropriate furnishings, and sufficient lighting. The LPA observed a staff bedroom on premises. Laundry: The washer and dryer are located by the main hallway. Staff maintain door locked when not in use. Cleaning supplies were observed locked and inaccessible to residents in care at the time of the visit. Outdoors: The backyard has a covered patio area with patio furniture for resident use. The LPA observed a shed used for storage purposes locked at the time of the visit. All passageways were observed to be clear of any obstructions. There is (1) side gate with latching mechanisms. No bodies of water noted at the time of the visit. Report Continued on LIC 809C... Report Continued from LIC 809C... Records: The LPA began record review at approximately 09:45 a.m. Two (2) resident files were reviewed for, but not limited to, the following: signed admission agreements, current medical assessments with TB results, Consent for Treatment form, and current needs and services plan. All files were in order. Three (3) personnel files were reviewed for, but not limited to: personnel records, health assessments, criminal record clearances, first aid/CPR training, and the appropriate yearly training. All files were complete. The Administrator’s Certificate is current and valid until 01/18/2027. The LPA conducted an interview with two staff and one resident during today's inspection. No concerns were noted. Infection Control / Emergency Disaster Planning: During today’s visit, the LPA reviewed the facility's infection control plan. The facility’s policies and procedures as they pertain to infection control are adequate. The LPA also reviewed the facility's emergency disaster plan, which was observed to be complete and recently reviewed/updated. Emergency disaster drills conducted quarterly as per regulation; the last one was conducted on 07/20/2025. The facility is scheduled to have fire drill training before the end of the month. Medications: Medications review began at approximately 12:25 p.m. Medications are centrally stored and kept in a locked cabinet by the main hallway. All medications including PRNs were labeled, stored, and locked inaccessible to residents in care. Medications appear to be administered as prescribed at the time of the visit. Exit interview conducted. A copy of the report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 27, 2025

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Martha Arroyo arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a required annual visit today. Upon arrival, there were three (3) staff and two (2) residents present. LPA was greeted by the Administrator, Bernadita Salvador and at this time the reason for the visit was explained. Entrance interview conducted. The LPA along with the Administrator toured the physical plant areas inside and outside to ensure there are no health and safety hazards and facility is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. KITCHEN: The LPA inspected the kitchen/food service area at 11:20am. Knives and sharps were observed locked and inaccessible at the time of the visit. Kitchen appliances were in operable condition. The facility has a sufficient supply of perishable and non-perishable food; properly stored. Refrigerator and food pantry were checked for proper labels and expiration dates. COMMON AREAS: This includes the living room and dining room area. The common areas were furnished appropriately and appeared to be in good condition at the time of the visit. The facility maintained a comfortable temperature. LPA observed required postings throughout the common space. Cleaning supplies, detergents, and toxins were observed in a locked cabinet inaccessible to residents in care. Activities for resident use were observed. There is a working telephone on premises. LPA observed auditory alarms at the time of the visit. Fire extinguisher was observed fully charged with a date of 03/15/2024. At 11:23am, the smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detector were tested and operational at the time of the visit. Emergency disaster drills conducted quarterly as per regulation; the last drill was conducted on 08/27/2024. Report Continued on LIC 809C... Report Continued from LIC 809... RESTROOMS: There is one (1) resident restroom which was observed to be clean and sanitary and in operating condition with grab bars and non-skid surfaces. The bathroom was sufficiently stocked with supplies and paper towels. The hot water temperature was measured at 105.2 degrees Fahrenheit at 11:16am. BEDROOMS: There are three (3) bedrooms for resident use; all of which are designated for double occupancy. All resident rooms were observed to be furnished appropriately and had sufficient lighting. Additional clean linens, towels, and washcloths were observed in the hallway closet. Staff bedroom observed on premises BACKYARD: The backyard has a covered patio area with adequate furniture for resident use. The exterior passageways were clean and clear of any obstructions at the time of the visit. LPA observed one (1) self-latching gate. There were no bodies of water noted at the time of the visit. RECORDS: LPA reviewed Resident Records at 11:30am and Personnel Records at 12:09pm. Three (3) resident files were reviewed for, but not limited to, the following: signed admission agreements, current medical assessments with TB results, LIC627(c) Consent for Treatment form, and current needs and services plan. All files were complete. Three (3) personnel files were reviewed for, but not limited to: personnel records, health assessments, criminal record clearances, first aid / CPR training, and the appropriate training. All files were complete. MEDICATIONS: Medications review began at approximately 12:55pm. Medications are centrally stored and locked in a cabinet by the main hallway. All medications including PRNs were labeled, stored, and locked inaccessible to residents. PRNs have physicians order on file. Medication appeared to be given as prescribed at the time of the visit. No citations issued. Exit interview conducted. Report was reviewed and a copy issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 30, 2024

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Martha Arroyo arrived at the facility unannounced for a required one-year annual inspection today at 8:00 a.m. The last annual conducted at this facility was on 09/15/2022. When the LPA arrived, there were two (2) staff and three (3) residents present. The LPA was greeted at the door by Administrator, Bernadita Salvador and the reason for the visit was explained. Entrance interview conducted. At 8:10 a.m., the LPA along with the Administrator toured the physical plant areas inside and outside to ensure there are no health and safety hazards and facility is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. KITCHEN: The LPA inspected the kitchen/food service area at 8:20 a.m. Kitchen appliances appeared clean and were in operable condition at the time of the visit. The knives and sharps stored locked inside the pantry. The facility has a sufficient supply of perishable and non-perishable food. Food labels were inspected and checked for dates and expiration dates. At 8:22 a.m., the LPA observed non-perishable canned foods that were expired – fruit cocktail (qty – 3 expired 09/2022), peanut butter (qty-2 – expired 03/2021), canned vegetables (qty – 5 expired 05/2023), Campbells soup (qty – 3 expired 10/2022), bag of raisins (qty – 3 expired 10/2018), and packaged chicken breast (qty – 3 expired 10/2022). These items were discharged upon observation. (Report Continued on LIC 809C...) (Report Continued from LIC 809...) COMMON AREAS: At the time of the visit, living room and dining room furniture was observed to be in good condition. The facility maintained a comfortable temperature. At 8:45 a.m., smoke detector(s) and carbon monoxide detector were tested and operational at the time of the visit. The fire extinguishers were observed fully charged and last serviced on 3/15/2023. The LPA observed required postings throughout the common space. There is a washer and dryer by the hallway that is kept locked at all times when not in use. Cleaning supplies and detergents were observed locked and inaccessible time of the visit. The facility has at least a 30-day supply of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE). The facility has a working telephone on premises. The LPA observed working auditory alarms throughout the facility. BACKYARD: The facility has an adequate supply of emergency food and water. The backyard has a covered outdoor area equipped with furniture for resident use. Emergency exits and passageways were observed free of obstruction. There is one gate that self-latches. No bodies of water noted at the time of the visit. BEDROOMS: There are three (3) resident bedrooms. The LPA observed the resident bedrooms to be furnished appropriately with clean linens, appropriate furnishings, and sufficient lighting. At 8:15 a.m., the LPA observed a bottle St. Ives lotion on top of the dresser inside bedroom #1. Item was locked immediately. There is a staff room on premises. The LPA observed a closet in the hallway with extra towels and linens. RESTROOMS: There is one (1) resident restroom. Restroom was clean and sanitary and in operating condition with grab bars and non-skid surfaces. The bathrooms were sufficiently stocked with supplies and paper towels; towels and washcloths are not shared. The hot water temperature was measured at 111.7 degrees Fahrenheit at 8:16 a.m. (Report Continued on LIC 809C...) (Report Continued from LIC 809C...) RECORDS: Records review began at 8:51 a.m.; three (3) resident records were reviewed for, but not limited to: appraisals, medical records, admissions agreement, consent forms. At 8:57 a.m., record review of Resident #1’s (R1’s) and Resident #2’s (R2’s) file review revealed that on R1’s Physician’s Report dated 06/12/2023 and R2’s Physician’s Report dated 05/26/2023 it states both R1 and R2 are at risk if allowed access to personal grooming and hygiene items. Personnel records were reviewed for, but not limited to: personnel records, health assessments, criminal record clearances, first aid/CPR training, and the appropriate training. All files were in order. The current Administrator’s file was also reviewed, and it was in order. The last emergency disaster drill was conducted on 09/30/2023. At 10:25 a.m., the LPA interviewed two (2) staff members. During today’s visit, the LPA obtained copies of the following: staff roster, resident roster, Emergency Disaster Plan, and a copy of the current liability insurance. MEDICATIONS: Medications review began at 10:45 a.m.; medications are centrally stored and locked in a cabinet by the main hallway. All medications including PRNs were labeled, stored, and locked inaccessible to residents. PRNs have physicians order on file. Medications are labeled and checked for expiration dates. No errors observed during the medication review. The following deficiencies were observed (See LIC 809-D.) and cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22 and California Health and Safety Code. Failure to correct the deficiencies may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted. A copy of the report and appeal rights were provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 10, 2023