Freedom Village

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Alvaro Ramirez, Jr. and Taylor Simerly conducted an unannounced visit for the Required 1 Year Inspection. LPAs explained the purpose of today’s visit, and were greeted and granted entry by Director of Assisted Living Jackeline Arreaga. Administrator (AD) Selina Stewart arrived shortly after. LPA observed the AD Certificate for facility AD Selina Stewart which expires on May 25, 2028. LPAs toured the interior and exterior portions of the facility with Director Arreaga. The facility is a three level building with Skill Nursing on the first floor and Assisted Living on the second and third floors. The facility is licensed for 136 non-ambulatory residents on the second and third floor, of which five may be on hospice. The Assisted Living has 61 residents in care during today's visit. Facility has a library, beauty salon, and multiple visitation areas. During today's visit LPAs observed residents in the beauty salon, watching television in their bedroom and/or relaxing in the common areas. LPAs toured the bedrooms in the facility and observed that bedrooms were provided with furniture in good repair, clean linens, adequate storage space, and were kept free of tripping hazards. Fire extinguishers were charged and mounted throughout the hallways. The fire extinguishers were last service on June 11, 2026. Quick Response Fire Protection conducted a fire sprinkler inspection on July 24, 2026 and facility tests smoke detectors in-house monthly. Restrooms were observed to be in good repair, toilets were operational, and grab bars and non-skid floor mats were provided. Water temperature tested between 106.5-110.5 degrees Fahrenheit. CONTINUED ON LIC809-C.. Facility met the minimum two-day perishable and seven-day non-perishable food supplies. Sharp items and knives were locked and inaccessible to residents in care. LPAs observed the emergency disaster and evacuation plan, which is located in the main lobby. Licensee was advised to use the updated Emergency Distaste Plan (LIC610E) dated December 2025. Facility had back-up emergency food and water supply. LPAs observed that the First Aid Kit had all the required components. LPAs observed that medications and toxins were locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Medications are locked in the Medication carts. For the exterior portion, LPAs observed a shaded area, patio furniture, and the grounds were free of any hazards. No bodies of water were observed. LPA reviewed ten resident files and five staff files. LPA interviewed residents and staff present. During today's visit LPAs observed that 15 residents are on Hospice. However, the facility currently has an approved Hospice Waiver for five residents; a Deficiency is being issued today. For today's visit one deficiency was issued per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted with Director Arreaga. A copy of this report and Appeal Rights were provided at the time of exit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 29, 2026

Type of visit: Case Management - Incident

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Celine Rodriguez conducted an unannounced case management visit to the facility to conduct a health and safety check for an incident that was reported to the Regional Office. LPAs explained reason for visit and was greeted by staff on duty. For this visit, there are a total of 381 residents in care. LPAs met with Executive Director (ED) - Jennifer Suckiel and Health and Services Director (HSD) Anyeli Coleman. On October 13, 2025, the Regional Office received a death report dated for October 09, 2025 for resident 1 (R1). R1 lived in the independent living portion of the facility, and was found unresponsive by staff on duty during the routine morning daily-check ins on October 09, 2025. Per R1 physician report, R1 is able to manage their own medications, and had a pre-existing cancer diagnosis prior to death. Facility disclosed that the daily morning routine consists of residents pressing their "check-in button" between the hours of 6:15AM-10:15AM, then from there, a report is formulated, and per review, whichever residents did not press their check-in button, a nurse will physically go to their room to conduct a welfare check. On October 09, 2025, R1 failed to press their button, therefore nurse on duty (S1) conducted a check on R1 and observed resident to have passed away. Facility contacted R1's responsible party, sheriff's department, coroners office, and 911. Sheriffs department and paramedics confirmed R1's death on the spot. For this visit, no health and safety concerns were observed. For today's visit no deficiencies were issued per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. No citations were issued. An exit interview was conducted with ED Suckiel and HSD Coleman. A copy of this report was provided and explained.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 14, 2025

Type of visit: Case Management - Incident

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Celine Rodriguez and Garlli Tat conducted an unannounced case management visit to the facility to conduct a health and safety check for an incident that was reported to the Regional Office. LPAs explained reason for visit and was greeted by staff on duty. For this visit, there are a total of 370 residents in care. LPAs met with Executive Director (ED) - Jennifer Suckiel and Health and Services Director (HSD) Anyeli Coleman. On August 19, 2025, the Regional Office received a resident death report dated for August 17, 2025. Resident (R1) lived in the independent living portion of the facility, and was found unresponsive by staff on duty during the routine morning daily-check ins on August 17, 2025. Per R1 physician report, R1 is able to manage their own medications, had existing kidney issues, and was regularly evaluated by the doctor. Facility disclosed that the daily morning routine consists of residents pressing their "check-in button" between the hours of 6:15AM-10:15AM, then from there, a report is formulated, and per review, whichever residents did not press their check-in button, a nurse will physically go to their room to conduct a welfare check. On August 17, 2025, R1 failed to press their button, therefore HSD Coleman conducted a check on R1 and observed resident to have passed away. Facility contacted R1's responsible party, sheriff's department and 911. Sheriffs department and paramedics confirmed R1's death on the spot. No health and safety concerns were observed. For today's visit no deficiencies were issued per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. No citations were issued. An exit interview was conducted with ED Suckiel and HSD Coleman. A copy of this report was provided and explained.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 26, 2025

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) William Vanegas conducted an unannounced visit for the purposes of conducting an annual inspection LPA Vanegas explained the purposes of the visit and was granted entry by Administrator (AD) Hrag Bekerian. LPA Vanegas toured the interior and exterior of the facility with AD Hrag Bekerian, the facility is a three storied facility with skilled nursing on the first floor, and assisted living on the 2nd and 3rd floor. The facility has a capacity of 533 and is approved for 233 non-ambulatory of which five may be on hospice. Currently assisted living has a total of 61 residents in care. LPA Vanegas observed there to be a library, beauty salon, and multiple common areas for residents to lounge in. During today's visit LPA Vanegas observed residents socializing in common areas, participating in daily activities, getting assistance in the beauty salon, and lounging in their respective rooms. LPA Vanegas toured resident bedrooms, and observed the bedrooms to have all required furnishings such as a bed, clean linens in good repair; meaning no strains or tears, a chair, reading lamp, chest drawers, and enough storage space available for personal belongings. LPA Vanegas observed all sharps, and hazards to be stored away and inaccessible to residents in care, LPA Vanegas observed all fire extinguishers to be fully charged and up to date. Individual room smoke detectors are tested in house by facility staff on a monthly basis. CONTINUED ON LIC809C LPA Vanegas observed facility restrooms to be clean and sanitary, and observed no mildew in the respective restrooms. Restrooms were observed to have the appropriate furnishings such as grab bars, slip resistant floor matts, and shower chairs available if needed. LPA Vanegas observed toilet and water faucets to be operational, and water tested between 110.8 and 120.1 degrees. LPA Vanegas observed a two day supply of perishable food and a seven day supply of non-perishable food on hand, and a sufficient amount of emergency water on hand for residents in care. LPA Vanegas observed all required postings to be posted in visible common areas such as the PUB475, Ombudsman sign, residents rights, and rights to participate in a resident counsel. LPA Vanegas observed the outside of the facility to have a shaded sitting area, and outside area was free of any hazards and debris. LPA Vanegas observed the outside area to be large enough to participate in outdoor activities upon resident request. LPA Vanegas reviewed five resident files, and five staff files, all files (staff and resident) have all required documents. Staff annual training is up to date, and documented correctly. LPA Vanegas reviewed medication administration log and medications being administered to five different residents with LVN Jackie Arreaga, and all medications administered are being documented correctly. Per LPA Vanegas review medications are being administered per physicians orders. Based on observations made during today's inspection no deficiencies will be cited per title 22 chapter 8 division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted with LVN Jackie Arreaga and Hrag Bekerian, and a copy of this report was provided to the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 9, 2025

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Alvaro Ramirez, Jr. conducted an unannounced visit for the Required 1 Year Inspection. LPA explained the purpose of today’s visit, and was greeted and granted entry by Director of Nursing Jean Guevara. Administrator (AD) Hrag Bekerian arrived shortly after. LPA observed the Administrator's Certificate for facility AD Hrag Bekerian which expires on January 12, 2025. LPA Ramirez toured the interior and exterior portions of the facility with Guevara and AD Bekerian. The facility is a three level building with Skill Nursing on the first floor and Assisted Living on the second and third floors. The facility is licensed for 300 ambulatory and 233 non-ambulatory residents, of which five may be on hospice. Facility has 57 residents in care during today's visit. Facility has a library, beauty salon, and multiple visitation areas. During today's visit LPA observed the residents participating in activities such as social coffee time and bingo. LPA also observed residents in the beauty salon, watching television in their bedroom and/or relaxing in the common areas. LPA Ramirez toured the bedrooms in the facility and observed that bedrooms were provided with furniture in good repair, clean linens, adequate storage space, and kept free of tripping hazards. Fire extinguishers were charged and mounted throughout the hallways. Quick Response Fire Protection conducted a fire inspection on July 15th, 2024 and facility tests smoke detectors in-house monthly. Restrooms were observed to be in good repair, toilets were operational, and grab bars and non-skid floor mats were provided. Water temperature tested between 105.2-111.3 degrees Fahrenheit. Facility met the minimum two-day perishable and seven-day non-perishable food supplies. Sharp items and knives were locked and inaccessible to residents in care. CONTINUED ON LIC809-C.. LPA Ramirez observed the emergency disaster and evacuation plan, which is located by main entrance. Facility had back-up emergency food and water supply. LPA observed that First Aid Kit had all the required components. LPA observed that medications and toxins were locked and inaccessible to residents in care. For the exterior portion, LPA Ramirez observed a shaded area, patio furniture, and the grounds were free of any hazards. No bodies of water were observed. LPA reviewed seven resident files and seven staff files. LPA interviewed residents and staff present. For today's visit no deficiencies were issued per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted with AD Bekerian. A copy of this report was provided at the time of exit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 26, 2024