Finest Living Guest Home

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 02/06/2026, the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) – Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) staff conducted an unannounced Required – 1 Year Inspection to the above-named facility and met with Administrator, Teresa Guanlao. CCLD staff explained the purpose of the visit and was accompanied by a staff member inside and outside the facility during this inspection. This facility is licensed to serve 6 adults ages 60 and above, of which 3 maybe non-ambulatory and 3 maybe bedridden. Approved for a hospice waiver for 5 residents. A total of 6 residents are currently residing in this facility. The Annual Licensing Fees are current. Facility Layout: The facility is a one-story house located in a residential street. The home consists of 4 resident bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 1 living room area, 1 kitchen area, 1 dining room area, 1 laundry area, 1 detached garage, and 1 backyard patio area with shaded seating. Outside Grounds: were toured no bodies of water were observed, walkways around the home were clear of hazards, and there are no security bars or weapons on the premises. Kitchen Area/Facility Food: The facility has supplies of nonperishable foods for a minimum of one week and fresh perishable foods for a minimum of two days. Knives and toxins were kept inaccessible to residents in care. There is fire extinguisher in the dining room area and it was last serviced on 04/22/2025. There is a landline telephone on the kitchen counter top. The lower kitchen cabinets were greasy. Living Room: There is a landline telephone for residents in the living room area. Resident Bedrooms: 4 out of 4 resident bedrooms were toured. There is adequate lighting, plenty of dresser and closet space observed. Bathrooms: Toilets, showers, and water faucets worked properly, grab bars were secure, and a non-skid mat was in place. Adequate lighting and toiletries accessible to residents. The hot water temperature measured 105 Fahrenheit to 110 Fahrenheit. There is mold in both bathrooms. Medications: were inaccessible to residents in care. All medications observed were labeled and maintained in compliance with label instructions and State and Federal law. 6 out of 6 Medication Administration Records (MARs) were reviewed and they were current and up to date. Garage: was toured. The garage has several facility supplies. Miscellaneous: Documents are posted as mandated. The last Annual Fire Inspection was completed on 07/08/2025 by the City of Torrance Fire Department. First aid kit is fully stocked with manual. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were in compliance and operational. The facility has a current Liability Insurance. 5 staff records were reviewed, 5 out of 5 staff records had required documentation. 6 resident records were reviewed, 6 out of 6 resident records had required documentation. 2 out 6 residents Appraisal & Needs Service Plan did not have responsible party signature nor Resident signature. A technical violation is being provided regarding Hospice Care Plans and Emergency Quarterly Drills. Two deficiencies are being cited based on observation and records review in accordance with the California Code of Regulations, Title 22. An exit interview was conducted, Plans of Corrections were reviewed and developed. A copy of this report and appeal rights were discussed and left with the Administrator, Teresa Guanlao.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 6, 2026

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 1/7/2024 around 9:30 AM, the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) – Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) staff conducted an unannounced Required – 1 Year Inspection to the above-named facility and met with Administrator, Teresa Guanlao. CCLD staff explained the purpose of the visit and was accompanied by a staff member inside and outside the facility during this inspection. This facility is licensed to serve 6 adults ages 60 and above, of which 3 maybe non-ambulatory and 3 maybe bedridden. Approved for a hospice waiver for 5 residents. A total of 6 residents are currently residing in this facility. Facility Layout: The facility is a one-story house located in a residential street. The home consists of 4 resident bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 1 living room area, 1 kitchen area, 1 dining room area, 1 laundry area, 1 detached garage, and 1 backyard patio area with shaded seating. Outside Grounds: were toured no bodies of water were observed, walkways around the home were clear of hazards, and there are no security bars or weapons on the premises. Kitchen Area/Facility Food: The facility has supplies of nonperishable foods for a minimum of one week and fresh perishable foods for a minimum of two days. Knives and toxins were kept inaccessible to residents in care. There is fire extinguisher in the dining room are near the kitchen and it was last serviced on 4/9/2024. There is a landline telephone on the kitchen counter-top. Living Room: There is a landline telephone, videoconferencing device, and games/activity work (i.e. board games) for residents in the living room area. There are couches and chairs for residents to sit at. Resident Bedrooms: 4 out of 4 resident bedrooms were toured. There is adequate lighting, plenty of dresser and closet space observed. Walls and floors were clean and in good condition. Bathrooms: Toilets, showers, and water faucets worked properly, grab bars were secure, and a non-skid mat was in place. Adequate lighting and toiletries accessible to residents. There were cleaning solutions accessible to residents in care. Medications: were inaccessible to residents in care. All medications observed were labeled and maintained in compliance with label instructions and State and Federal law. 2 out of 6 Medication Administration Records (MARs) were reviewed and they were current and up to date. Garage: was toured. The garage has several facility supplies. Miscellaneous: Documents are posted as mandated. Last fire drill was completed on 1/5/2025. The last Annual Fire Inspection was completed on 4/5/2024 by the City of Torrance Fire Department. First aid kit is fully stocked with manual. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were in compliance and operational. 5 staff records were reviewed, 5 out of 5 staff records had required documentation. 5 resident records were reviewed and, 5 out of 5 resident records had required documentation. 3 out 5 residents Appraisal & Needs Service Plan did not have responsible party signature. Change of Administrator was discussed with the Administrator. A technical violation is being provided regarding resident records. A deficiency is being cited based observation in accordance with the California Code of Regulations, Title 22. A deficiency regarding cleaning solutions accessible to residents in care. An exit interview was conducted, Plans of Corrections were reviewed and developed. A copy of this report and appeal rights were discussed and left with the Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 7, 2025

Type of visit: Annual/Random

On 01/10/24, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Wendy Gibbs, conducted an unannounced annual visit using the full CAREs tool. LPA met with Administrator, Teresa Guanlao, and explained the purpose of today’s visit. The facility is licensed for three (3) non-ambulatory and three (3) bedridden residents aged 60 and over. The facility has a hospice waiver for 5 residents. During time of visit the facility had 5 residents. Physical Plant/Structure The facility is a single-story structure located in a residential neighborhood. It consists of the following: four (4) bedrooms of which one (1) is a private room and three (3) are shared rooms, 2 bathrooms, a living area, dining area, kitchen, and outside shaded patio area with table and chairs. LPA and administrator toured the inside and outside of the physical plant. There were no bodies of water or on the premises. All walkways outside of the facility were observed clean, clear, and free of obstructions, debris, and hazards. Bedrooms LPA inspected all bedrooms and observed them to be clean and in good repair. LPA observed all bedrooms to have the required furniture including a bed(s), dresser(s), nightstand(s), and ample storage space for residents belonging. LPA observed all beds had the required linens including a mattress cover, fitted sheets, blankets, comforter, and pillows. LPA observed an ample supply of linens and blankets in good repair. All bedrooms were observed with ample lighting. Bathrooms LPA inspected all bathrooms and observed them to be within Title 22 regulations and were clean and operational. All safety handrails were secured. LPA observed showers to have non-skid mats and a shower chair. LPA observed an ample supply of hygiene products, incontinent products, and towels. The water temperature in the bathrooms measured 115.7-degrees and 106.3-degress Fahrenheit. Kitchen LPA inspected the facility kitchen and found it to be clean and sanitary. LPA observed all appliances to be operational and in good repair. LPA observed a 3- day supply of perishable foods and a 7-day supply of non-perishable foods, properly stored, and labeled. LPA observed all knives and sharps to be secured in a locked drawer in the kitchen. LPA observed all cleaning supplies secured in a locked cabinet under the kitchen sink. LPA observed an ample supply of cookware, dining ware, and cutleries in good repair. The water temperature in the kitchen measured 107.2-degree Fahrenheit. Common Rooms LPA observed the facility to be sanitary and appropriately furnished at the time of visit. A comfortable temperature of 76 degrees was maintained in the facility. LPA observed all rooms and hallways to have ample lighting. LPA observed all walkways and hallways to be clean, clear, and free of obstructions and hazards. LPA observed a fireplace that is screened and inaccessible to residents. Medications LPA observed all Centrally Stored Medication secured in a locked cabinet in the living room and are inaccessible to residents. LPA reviewed the medications for three (3) residents and the Medication Administration Record (MAR) and found the medications to be consistent with documentation. LPA observed all medications to be in their original packaging. Files & Interviews LPA reviewed the files for three (3) residents and found they contained the required documents. During interview with residents, they stated they were happy with the services and care they receive from the facility. LPA reviewed the Administrator and two (2) staff files and found they contained the required documents, training, and certification. During interviews with staff, all were able to answer questions regarding resident care, rights, procedure, and policy. LPA reviewed the staff training logs and observed they had the required trainings and hours met for 2023. LPA reviewed and received a copy of the facilities Liability insurance through Acord which is valid till 07/07/24. LPA observed all mandated signs posted throughout the facility. Safety LPA observed the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors to be fully operational. An additional carbon monoxide detector was observed in the dining room. LPA observed a fully charged fire extinguisher, in the dining room, last serviced on 11/04/23. The last Safety Fire Inspection was conducted on 02/20/23, by the Torrance Fire Department. The facility sprinkler system was last serviced on 02/20/23. The last emergency drill was conducted on 01/04/24. LPA inspected the First Aid Kit and observed it to have the required items and a manual. The facility has a working landline telephone. LPA observed all emergency phone numbers and Emergency Disaster Plan posted in the dining room. Infection Control LPA observed sanitizing stations throughout the facility. LPA observed all required infection control signs posted throughout the facility. LPA observed a 30-day supply of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). LPA observed the facility's infection control practices. LPA observed screening protocols for visitors, staff, and residents. LPA did not observe or cite any deficiencies during todays visit. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator, Teresa Guanlao, and a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 10, 2024