Galaxy Care Home

Type of visit: Post Licensing

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elena Mallett conducted an unannounced Post Licensing visit to the facility. LPA was met by Staff 2. Administrator Emma Maralli-Tamayo was contacted by phone. Licensee Maria Jose joined the visit shortly after and assisted with tour and visit. The facility is licensed to serve 6 Non-Ambulatory Residents, one of which may be bedridden, ages 60 and above, with a hospice waiver for (6) six. Currently one of the resident is bedridden. One resident is on hospice. The facility is located in a residential neighborhood in Norwalk. The facility consists of 5 resident bedrooms, 3 resident bathrooms, a living room, family room, dining room, kitchen, garage and shaded patio. LPA utilized Compliance and Regulatory Enforcement (CARE) tools for the visit today. LPA observed the following during today’s visit: Infection Control: Staff are cleaning and disinfecting throughout the day. Facility has sufficient PPE supplies and has an Infection Control Plan maintained at the facility. Operational Requirements: The facility has an approved fire clearance, there is a plan of operation with required Infection Control and Disaster Plans. Proof of current, required Liability Insurance was observed.Physical Plant & Environment Safety: The facility is sanitary and in good condition. The walkways and hallways are unobstructed and free of debris. The resident bedrooms had the requisite furnishings, bedding and light. A resident in one of the bedrooms was observed to have a bed with full bedrails. A deficiency was cited. See 809-D Bedroom #3 is for bedridden residents. Extra clean linens and blankets were observed. Hygiene supplies were available in quantities sufficient for residents in care. There were 2 fully charged fire extinguishers present and two operable carbon monoxide detectors. Smoke detectors were present in each resident room and the living room and were operable. The backyard had a patio cover with seating and a table available for residents to enjoy the outdoors. The passageways were free from debris and obstruction. The kitchen was observed to have settings and utensils sufficient for residents in care. 2 days of perishable food and 7 days of non-perishable food was observed. A sample menu was provided. The appliances were functioning and able to prepare and store food safely. Sharps, cleaners and toxins were inaccessible to residents. Food was stored separate from cleaners and toxins. All three resident restrooms had grab bars and no slip mats for residents in care. The hot water in one of the three restrooms measured above Title 22 regulations. A deficiency was cited. See 809-D Staffing: There appears to be sufficient staff at all times in the facility with night staff that is trained and able to assist in care and supervision of the residents in the case of an emergency. Personnel Records-Training: Staff files are kept in a secure area. All staff have criminal record clearances, current First-Aid training along with annual ongoing Dementia and Care for the Elderly population training documented in personnel files. LPA reviewed 5 staff files with no issues observed. Administrator Emma Maralli-Tamayo Administrator certificate expires on 12/20/27. Resident Records-Incident Reports: Resident files are kept in a secure location and have the following documents in their files - Pre-admission appraisals, Needs & Services Plan, Admission Agreements, Identification & Emergency Information and current Physician's Reports with ambulatory status. LPA reviewed 4 Resident Files and deficiencies were cited. See 809-D Residents Rights-Information: Residents are provided with telephone and internet at the facility. The facility has the following posters posted: Residents Rights, Complaint Poster, and Long term Ombudsman. Planned Activities: Facility offers activities such as outdoor walks, community TV viewing and coloring and chair exercises if residents desire. Incidental Medical & Dental: Medication is properly labeled and are centrally stored in a locked closet and are in their original containers. 4 resident medication logs were reviewed with no issues. Disaster Preparedness: The facility has an Emergency Disaster Plan with contact numbers and at least 2 relocation sites. A complete First Aid kit with Manual was observed. Operable emergency lamps and extra oxygen tanks were observed. Emergency food and water were present. Monthly Disaster drills are conducted. The last drill was 12/07/25. Residents with Special Health Needs: There is one bedridden resident at this time. One resident is using hospice, and a hospice care plan was present. Two staff and two resident interviews were conducted. Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, and California Health and Safety Code, there were deficiencies observed during the visit. An exit interview was held with Licensee Maria Jose and a copy of this Licensing report and a copy of Appeal rights were providedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 21, 2026

Type of visit: Case Management - Other

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Daniel Konishi conducted an unannounced Case Management Visit for an annual inspection. LPA met with the Caregiver, Elizabeth Almeron and LPA explained the purpose for the visit. However, based on further record review, an annual inspection is not required at this time. Exit interview was held and a copy of the report was provided to the Caregiver, Elizabeth Almeron..the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 5, 2026

Type of visit: Prelicensing

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Daniel Konishi made an announced follow up visit and met with the applicant designee Emma Maralli-Tamayo to conduct an announced Pre-Licensing evaluation. During the initial pre-licensing visit conducted on 07/01/2025, the following items required follow up/corrections: 1. Resubmit your current facility sketch.(The other one doesn't reflect what is being shown 2. The kitchen cabinets are in need of replacing in the resident kitchen and the staff kitchen. 3. The counter top in the kitchen is in need of replacing/repairing. 4. The family room couches are in need of replacing, or repairing the cushions(filled). 5. Make the family room look liveable like the living room on the other side 6. Clean the ceiling fan in kitchen 2 (staff). 7. Bedroom #4 mattress is in need of replacing. 8. Cut all of the trees obstructing the passage/walk ways. 9. Remove debris from yard(doors, wood, shower chairs, razor, wooden pallet, screen doors). During today’s visit LPA observed the following corrections: 1. Resubmit your current facility sketch.(The other one doesn't reflect what is being shown) – LPA received updated facility sketch that shows the current facility layout via email on 10/09/2025. – cleared. 2. The kitchen cabinets are in need of replacing in the resident kitchen and the staff kitchen. – LPA toured facility and observed the kitchen cabinets have been replaced. – cleared. 3. The counter top in the kitchen is in need of replacing/repairing. - LPA toured facility and observed the counter top in the kitchen have been replaced. – cleared. 4. The family room couches are in need of replacing, or repairing the cushions(filled). – LPA observed new couch with new cushions. – cleared. 5. Make the family room look liveable like the living room on the other side – LPA observed family room and observed it to be cleaned, neat, and in good repair. – cleared. 6. Clean the ceiling fan in kitchen 2 (staff). – LPA toured kitchen and observed ceiling fan is clean. – cleared. 7. Bedroom #4 mattress is in need of replacing. – LPA toured bathroom #4 and observed the new mattress that is in good, clean, working condition. – cleared. 8. Cut all of the trees obstructing the passage/walk ways. – LPA toured facility and observed that all these items have been cleaned and passage/walk ways are clear. – cleared. 9. Remove debris from yard(doors, wood, shower chairs, razor, wooden pallet, screen doors). – LPA toured facility and observed no debris from the yard. – cleared. Pre-Licensing is complete, and there are no additional items that require follow-up. Exit interview was conducted with the applicant designee, Emma Maralli-Tamayo and a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 23, 2025