Morning Star III RCFE

Allegation investigated: Staff speak inappropriately to resident

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Seo Jeon and Janira Arreola conducted an unannounced visit to the facility to initiate the investigation into the allegation listed above. The LPA met with Marilyn Macanig, Administrator, and informed them of the purpose of the LPA’s visit. On April 10, 2026, Community Care Licensing (The Department) received a complaint report with the following allegation. It was alleged that staff speak inappropriately to resident. Information received indicated that staff made derogatory comments toward Resident #1 (R1). LPA conducted interviews with three (3) staff members, all of whom stated that R1 was not a resident at the facility. LPA's records review revealed that R1 was admitted to the facility on May 21, 2024. LPA's interview with R1's relevant party (RP) revealed that R1 moved to another residential facility in May 2025. Continued on LIC9099-C.... Unfounded Based on interviews conducted and records review, R1 had not been a resident at the facility for 11 months. This allegation is unfounded. A finding of Unfounded means the allegation could not have happened, is false, and/or is without a reasonable basis. An exit interview was conducted where a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 16, 2026 · control 18-AS-20260410150135

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Seo Jeon conducted an unannounced annual required visit. Upon entry, LPA was greeted by Rodolfo Mallari, Caregiver, and informed them of the purpose of the visit. At the time of the visit, there were one (1) staff member and five (5) residents present. The Administrator, Marilyn Macanig, arrived later during the inspection. Facility Overview: The facility is a one-story home with (5) bedrooms and (5) bathrooms, including an attached garage. There are no pools or known firearms on the premises. Infection Control: LPA observed that hygiene and cleaning supplies were available for regular facility maintenance. The facility has infection control plan in file. Physical Plant: The physical plant, including floors, windows, and doors, was clean and well maintained. Fixtures and furniture were in good repair. The outdoor area was free of hazards. Laundry equipment was in good working condition. Sharp and dangerous objects were securely locked and inaccessible to residents. Both the smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector were operational, and the hot water temperature was 120°F. Fire extinguisher located at kitchen wall has current inspection tag. Food Service: The facility’s kitchen was clean and equipped to prepare food. The facility maintained the required two-day supply of perishable foods and a seven-day supply of non-perishable foods. Continued on LIC809-D.... Care & Supervision/Administration: Adequate staff were present to supervise clients during the visit. The administrator holds a current administrator’s certificate. Record Review and Resident/Staff Files: LPA reviewed files for three (3) staff members. LPA observed that three (3) out of three (3) staff members had expired CPR/First Aid certificates. A citation was issued. Two (2) resident files were reviewed and contained all required documentation. Health-Related Services/Incidental Medical Services: All resident medications were securely locked. LPA reviewed medications for five (5) residents. LPA observed that five (5) out of five (5) residents did not have updated medication records for five (5) days. A citation was issued. Disaster Preparedness: LPA reviewed the facility’s emergency and disaster plan. All facility exits were clear of obstructions. Two (2) deficiencies were cited during the visit. An exit interview was conducted, during which this report was reviewed and provided along with LIC809-D and Appeal Rights.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 18, 2026

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Seo Jeon conducted an unannounced annual required visit. Upon entry, LPA was greeted by Leonardo Siasat, caregiver, and informed them of the purpose of the visit. At the time of the visit, there were two (2) staff members and five (5) residents present. Facility Overview: The facility is a one-story home with five (5) bedrooms and five (5) bathrooms, including an attached garage. There are no pools or known firearms on the premises. Infection Control: LPA observed that hygiene and cleaning supplies were available for regular facility maintenance. The facility’s infection control plan was reviewed and found to meet department requirements. Physical Plant: The physical plant, including floors, windows, and doors, was clean and well maintained. Fixtures and furniture were in good repair. The outdoor area was free of hazards. Laundry equipment was in good working condition. Sharp and dangerous objects were securely locked and inaccessible to residents. Both the smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector were operational, and the hot water temperature was 105°F. Fire extinguisher located at kitchen is new with purchase receipt. Food Service: The facility’s kitchen was clean and equipped to prepare food. The facility maintained the required two-day supply of perishable foods and a seven-day supply of non-perishable foods. Care & Supervision/Administration: Adequate staff were present to supervise clients during the visit. The administrator did not have current administrator's certification. A citation was issued. Continued on LIC809-C.... Record Review and Resident/Staff Files: LPA reviewed files for three (3) staff members, confirming criminal clearances, updated training, and CPR/First Aid certification. Five (5) resident files were reviewed and contained all required documentation. Health-Related Services/Incidental Medical Services: All resident medications were securely locked. LPA reviewed medications for five residents, confirming that all medications were listed on the Medication Administration Record (MAR) and accounted for. Disaster Preparedness: LPA reviewed the facility’s emergency and disaster plan, including documentation of the last fire drill conducted on 11-21-2024, which met department requirements. All facility exits were clear of obstructions. A citation was issued during the visit. An exit interview was conducted, during which this report was reviewed and provided along with LIC809-D and Appeal Rights.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 19, 2025

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kathleen Banrasavong arrived unannounced to conduct an annual inspection. Upon arrival LPA was greeted by facility staff and granted entry. LPA began inspection with introduction and visit purpose. Upon arrival LPA learned that three (3) clients live at this facility, there were three (3) clients home at the time of the inspection. There was one (1) staff member present. The Administrator, Marilyn M. Macanig conducted and completed the facility tour. Client Records/Incident Reports/Clients Rights Information: LPA reviewed client records. Three (3) records were reviewed. LPA reviewed for identification and emergency information, admission agreement, medical assessment, and TB test results, needs and service plans, placement, functional assessment, centrally stored medication/destruction records, safeguard for personal property/valuables, and personal rights notification. Personnel Records/Training/ Staffing/ Administration: LPA reviewed employee records. Two (2) records were reviewed. LPA reviewed employee records for first aid certification, criminal record clearance or an exemption, health screening and TB test results, employee rights, training verification, and current administrative organization. Marilyn M. Macanig’s Administrator’s certificate expiration date is 08/18/2023. Macanig submitted her Administrator renewal packet on 08/28/2023. Food Service: Food prep areas are clean and organized. Food supply meets the requirement of one (1) week supply of nonperishable and two (2) day supply of perishables. Emergency food and water supply is present. There is a locked location for sharps in the kitchen. Physical Plant and Safety of Environment/Operational Requirements: LPA toured the facility inside and outside. LPA observed the facility to be clean and in good repair. The facility is maintained at 75 degrees for the client’s comfort. Lighting is sufficient for safety. Water temperature measured 106.0 degrees F. Laundry is done in the designated laundry room in the garage. There is a locked cabinet for storing laundry soap and other chemicals in the garage. All outdoor and indoor passageways are free of obstruction. Emergency lighting is available. There is a telephone working at this location. LPA dialed the facility’s landline number, which rang and was operable. The LIC 610, emergency disaster plan is maintained. There are no firearms at this facility. There are not any fireplaces at this facility. There are not any pools at the facility. There are two (2) gates that have a self-latching lock in the front of the house and the northeast of the house. LPA observed three (3) emergency supplies and first aid with the required components. Infection Control: The LPA observed the hand washing stations in the facility restrooms and kitchen had hand hygiene supplies and hand washing signs. LPA observed PPE equipment and cleaning supplies to do regular cleaning of the facility. LPA reviewed the facility's infection control plan which met department requirements. LPA reviewed staff records and found that all staff had infection control training. Medications/Health Related Services/Incidental Medical Services: The medications are centrally stored. There is a locked cabinet allocated for medication storage. Centrally stored medication and destruction logs are maintained separately. LPA reviewed medication logs and observed if they were dispensed accurately. LPA made observation throughout the inspection process to assess if the facility remains in conformity with the State Fire Marshall regulations. LPA observed seven (7) smoke detectors and two (2) carbon monoxide detectors. They were tested and operable. There was one (1) fire extinguisher on site, last charged date 04/27/2023. Pursuant to the Title 22 of The California Code of Regulations Division 6, there are zero (0) deficiencies observed. An exit interview was conducted, this LIC 809 was reviewed with, and a copy of this report was provided to the Administrator, Marilyn M. Macanig.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 7, 2024