Paradise Garden Guest Home

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ruth Martinez is conducting this unannounced visit for the purpose of completing an annual required inspection. LPA arrived at the facility was greeted and granted entry by Mylene Baldazo, House Manager and LPA explained the nature of the visit. There are six residents at the facility and there are no residents receiving hospice services at this time. Six residents reside at this facility, there were six residents at the time of visit. LPA accompanied with House Manager began the tour of the inside and outside of the facility. LPA observed required department postings throughout the facility. Facility stays within the capacity limitations. There is a minimum of one week of non-perishables foods and two days of perishables foods available. There is additional food storage in storage unit located in the backyard. The facility is maintained at a comfortable temperature. LPA inspected that medication are centrally stored in a safe locked storage cabinet located in kitchen. LPA reviewed medication and observed medication was labeled and stored inaccessible to residents in care. LPA inspected the bathroom and LPA measured the hot water temperature which measured 107.4 Fahrenheit degrees. All bathrooms observed to have a supply of soap, toilet paper and towels. Bathrooms are equipped with required safety measures such as non-skid mats and grab bars Lighting is sufficient to ensure safety and comfort. The facility is equipped with sufficient hand hygiene, cleaning, and disinfecting supplies. LPA observed that toxic chemicals, cleaning solutions and disinfectants are stored locked underneath kitchen sink. The facility has an available clean supply of linens. LPA inspected residents’ bedrooms which has sufficient lighting to ensure the safety and comfort. All bedrooms observed to have all required components. Storage space is provided for residents in their bedroom. Smoke detectors were tested and found to be operational. LPA toured the outside of the facility and observed outdoor passageways are free of obstructions. LPA observed there are shaded seating areas for residents’ enjoyment. LPA observed a fire extinguisher with service date of June 12, 2023, in kitchen. Fire drills are conducted every three months. LPA Continued on LIC809-C began review of records. LPA reviewed three resident records. All the required documentation was present and current in the residents’ files reviewed. LPA reviewed two employee records. All employees present have a criminal record clearance and are associated to the facility. LPA observed records reviewed have a current First Aid certificate. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, no deficiencies were noted today in the areas inspected per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. This report was reviewed with the House Manager and a copy of this report was provided to the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 9, 2023

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kimberly Lyman conducted an unannounced visit for the purpose of conducting a required/ annual visit. LPA was greeted and granted entry into the facility by Manager Mylene Baldazo and explained the reason for the visit. Administrator Tessie Damicog was present as well. LPA was screened upon entry into the facility. At 9:40 AM, LPA toured the facility with Administrator Damicog and Manager Mylene Baldazo. Facility has 6 residents in care during today's visit. LPA observed residents relaxing in the facility. All residents appeared happy and well taken care of. Facility appears clean and sanitary. All residents rooms had the required elements as well as restrooms stocked with soap/ sanitizer and paper towels. Restrooms have hand washing signage posted. Facility screens all visitors to the facility and LPA observed the screening/ sanitizing station in the entrance of the facility. Facility utilizes a visitor sign in sheet. Facility takes resident temperatures daily and documents results. Facility has covid precaution postings as well as all required department postings. Administrator Damicog has an administrator certificate expiring on 06/26/2022. Facility has completed the mitigation plan and LPA observed the emergency disaster plan posted in facility as well. LPA observed adequate emergency food and water as well as the first aid kit which contained all required items. Smoke detectors/ carbon monoxide detectors are hardwired and tested operational at time of visit. LPA toured the outside grounds and observed ample shaded outside visitation area. LPA observed a back house on-site where administrator resides. Facility conducts activities outside in the backyard including dancing, karaoke, and bingo. LPA observed the locked medication storage area. Facility has ample supply of PPE and cleaning supplies. Facility has a plan for covid testing residents and staff as needed as well as a plan for isolation. All staff and residents are vaccinated for Covid-19. LPA reviewed all resident files and all files have required documents including updated emergency information. LPA consulted with Administrator regarding the importance of maintaining an ample supply of emergency water on-site at all times as well as ensuring exit gate is unlocked at all times.. No deficiencies noted during today's visit. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was left at the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 8, 2022