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Pendar's Residential Care
Small home·Licensed for 6·San Jose, California
- Care approvals on fileWheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Starting rate$4,200 a monthListed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026
- Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
- Room at the last state visit4 of 6 beds occupiedMay 19, 2025 · not a current opening
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitJuly 16, 2026CDSS inspection record
Pendar's Residential Care is a small care home in San Jose — a licensed residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE), the licence category behind “assisted living” and “board and care.” It is licensed for 6 residents since 2007. Dementia care and bedridden care are not on file.
Built from CDSS public records · September 27, 2026. Every fact below names its source and date.
Quick answers and the state record
A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
Quick answers about Pendar's Residential Care
Is Pendar's Residential Care licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Pendar's Residential Care licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Pendar's Residential Care been cited?
3 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2007, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 14 state visits over the same years.
Is Pendar's Residential Care still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Pendar's Residential Care cost?
$4,200 a month to start — listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026.
The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living shared bedroom, seen September 9, 2026.
Among 50 other homes of a similar licensed size in San Jose that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,500 to $5,000 a month, and the middle figure is $4,200 (n = 50 other homes publishing a starting rate).
Each of those is a home’s own published figure, gathered on its own date in September 2026 — not an average of ours, and not a survey. Similar size means small and mid-size homes counted together, and large communities counted on their own, because they are different markets.
A home outside the band is not overcharging or underpricing: a starting rate covers different things in different homes, which is the first thing to ask about.
The price is made in the phone call. Nothing here is a quote, an offer or a discount.
A starting rate is the room and the base care. California homes commonly bill care levels, medication management, supplies, transport and a second person in the room as extras. Many also charge a one-time fee at move-in. Ask for that list in writing before anything is signed.
Only prices a home put out itself count here: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price a listing site says the home confirmed. Prices a site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
Does Pendar's Residential Care take Medi-Cal?
On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home is not on the DHCS participation list dated September 23, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
Who holds the license?
The license is held by Marie Pendar, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Kaiser Foundation Hospital-San Jose is 1.6 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Pendar's Residential Care keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 2 residents, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Pendar's Residential Care license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “PENDAR'S RESIDENTIAL CARE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #435201951. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- Licensed to Marie Pendar, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed in 2007, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 14 state inspection visits since 2007, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 3 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2007, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 14 state visits in that period.
- 3 complaints and 3 substantiated allegations on file since 2007, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
- The most recent state visit on file is July 16, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
Can they support the care needed?
California licenses a home for specific kinds of care. The state’s record lists what this home is approved for; the home’s own answers fill in what changes as needs change.
- Wheelchair / non-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 6 residents
- Dementia / memory careNot on file · ask the home
- Hospice careApproved · covers up to 2 residents
- BedriddenNot on file · ask the home
State licensing record · September 27, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.
Read the state’s own wording
LICENSED TO SERVE AGES 60 AND OLDER. ALL MAY BE NON-AMBULATORY. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR TWO (2) GRANTED.
935 - ELDERLY
CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026
As needs change
- Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 2 — care may continue at the end of life
Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”
State licensing record · September 27, 2026
4 more questions to ask the home
- Two-person transfers or a lift
Not on file
Ask: “If two people or a lift are needed to transfer, can the person stay?”
- Someone awake overnight
Not on file
Ask: “Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?”
- Medicines
Not on file
Ask: “Who manages the medicines, and what happens when a dose is missed?”
- If memory loss develops
Dementia-care designation not on file
Ask: “If memory loss develops, what would change — and when would a move be needed?”
What it costs here
This home’s starting rate
$4,200a month to start
Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026 · See listing
Likely monthly total
$4,200a month
Likely $4,200–$4,800
With a shared room and basic help.
An estimate for planning, not a quote. The price is made in the phone call.
See the full cost breakdownRoom, care and fees · how people pay · where the price comes from
Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.
Starting monthly rate$4,200this home
The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living shared bedroom, seen September 9, 2026.
Basic help with daily careUsually includedup to $600
Basic help is usually part of the starting rate. Homes that price care by level start around $600 a month (45 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).
One-time move-in fee$2,000one time · likely $0–$4,000
Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,000 (134 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.
- Likely monthly totalLikely $4,200–$4,800
- $4,200
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,200–$8,300
- $6,200
How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
- Private payMost residents pay from savings, a home sale or family help. Ask for the rate and what it includes in writing.
- Medi-Cal Assisted Living WaiverThis home is not on the DHCS participation list dated September 23, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
- SSI/SSPCalifornia’s 2026 standard is $1,626.07 a month; $1,444.07 of it goes to the home and $182 stays with the resident. Whether this home accepts it is not on file — ask.
- VeteransVA Aid & Attendance can add to a veteran’s or surviving spouse’s pension. Ask whether residents here have used it.
- Long-term care insuranceMost policies pay for licensed care homes. Ask what paperwork the home provides for claims.
- MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
Avoid surprises on the billWhat changes the price, and what to ask
- The care level
Some homes charge one all-inclusive rate. Others add levels or points as needs grow. Ask how the level is set, who decides, and what the next level costs.
- What is billed separately
Medication management, incontinence supplies, transportation and a second person in the room are often extra. Ask for the list in writing.
- Move-in costs
A one-time community fee or deposit is common. Ask what it covers and whether any of it comes back if the stay is short.
- Increases
California requires at least 90 days’ written notice, with reasons, before a rate rises (Health & Safety Code §1569.655). A change in the resident’s care level is the section’s own exception and can be billed sooner.
- What is the full monthly cost for the room and care we need, and what does it include?
- What would the next care level cost, and who decides when it changes?
- What is billed separately, and is there a one-time fee or deposit at move-in?
- Is any private-pay period required before another payment program can begin?
How this estimate worksWhere this price comes from
The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living shared bedroom, seen September 9, 2026.
8 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $2,600–$4,200.
- Only prices a home put out itself count: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price Seniorly says the home confirmed. Prices a listing site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
- Nearby homes are the nearest of the same size that publish a rate, widening from 3 to 40 miles until at least 8 do. The estimate starts from what they charge, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices.
- Room, care-level, second-person and move-in lines come from what California homes publish on listing sites. Memory care uses Covelight’s researched premium over assisted living.
- Totals add each line’s figure and combine the lines’ ranges as separate charges, because a home is rarely at the top, or the bottom, of every line at once.
- We tested this estimate on 1,546 California homes that publish their own starting rate. It was within 10% of the real rate for 3 in 10 homes and within 25% for 7 in 10; the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 (September 12, 2026).
- It cannot see this home’s specials, how it assesses care, or which rooms are open.
Show the 8 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Sandy's Residential Care HomeSan Jose · 0.1 mi · Small home$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Safe Haven Villa Care HomeSan Jose · 0.8 mi · Small home$3,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Mayflower Care HomeSan Jose · 0.8 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Constantin's Care HomeSan Jose · 1.1 mi · Small home$2,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Saint Michael Residential HomeSan Jose · 1.5 mi · Small home$2,700Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Real Elderly CareSan Jose · 1.8 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Oak Grove Residential Care HomeSan Jose · 2.3 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Bonhomie ISan Jose · 2.4 mi · Small home$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 515 Tuscarora Dr., San Jose, CA 95123Address from the public record · September 27, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.
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The state record
California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. Here are the dated documents and the state’s own words, beside what is typical for homes this size.
Since 2022, the state has filed 11 documents for this home, and its records count 14 visits since 2007. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated July 16, 2026.
- On file since
- 2022
- State visits
- 14
- Most recent visit
- July 16, 2026
- Occupied · May 19, 2025 visit
- 4 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening
We hold 3 complaint reports the state published for this home, dated October 13, 2023 to May 19, 2025. 3 of the 3 carry the state's recorded outcome word: “Substantiated” (2), “Unsubstantiated” (1). 3 include the transcribed allegation the state investigated, word for word. Summary composed by computer from the 3 complaint reports below — every count derives from them, and the documents themselves are the state's records, verbatim. We never grade, score, or color a record.
Beside homes the same size
- Type A citations3typical 0
- Type B citations0typical 0
- Substantiated allegations3typical 0
- Total complaints3typical 0
“Typical” is the statewide median across the 6,808 licensed small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer beds) in the state record — larger, longer-licensed homes accumulate more visits and reports, so compare like with like. One complaint can contain several allegations. Counts cover this licence since 2007.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 10 of 11 documents
Jul 16, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Maria (Mita) Partoza conducted an unannounced annual required inspection and met with administrator (ADM) Marie Pendar and stated the purpose of the visit. The facility is licensed to serve adults 60 and over all may be non-ambulatory and granted hospice waiver for two. LPA observed 3 residents and 2 staff present. LPA toured the facility, including common areas, resident rooms, kitchen, bathrooms, driveway, and outdoor spaces and storage areas. Indoor temperature was within acceptable range of 70°F. The kitchen was sanitary and organized; knives and chemicals were locked. Food supply met requirements (2 days perishable, 7 days non-perishable). Kitchen water temperature measured at 108.6°F. Bathroom water temperature ranged from 105°F to 108.8°F. Bathrooms had grab bars and non-skid mats; resident rooms had adequate storage Medications were locked and inaccessible to residents; first aid kit was complete. Outdoor areas were free of hazards; laundry appliances were functional, and cleaning supplies were secured. Fire, smoke, and carbon monoxide systems were operational; hallways were clear and well-lit. LPA reviewed resident and staff records, including medication logs, admission agreements, care plans, personal and incidentals, health screenings, and training. All staff have required clearances and certifications. page 1 of 2 The facility conducts fire and earthquake drill quarterly for each shift. Last drill practice training was on 05/26/2026. The facility is equipped with 4 fire extinguisher were inspected on 06/28/2026. No deficiencies were cited during today's visit based on the California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 22. An exit interview was conducted with ADM Marie Pendar and a copy of the report was provided. page 2 of 2 end of reportthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 16, 2026
Aug 4, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: POC
On 08/04/25 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Marcela Yanez conducted an unannounced Plan of Correction (POC) visit. LPA announced the purpose of the visit and met with Marie Pendar, Administrator. LPA observed 4 resident 2 staff. On 07/24/25 the facility was cited for Type A 87307(d)(6), Personnel Accommodation and Services and Type A 87309(a) Storage Space and Access, Type B 87458(a) Medical Assessment On 08/04/25, LPA conducted a POC visit to clear the Type A and Type B POC's. LPA received a copy of the facility's plan of corrections and in-service training. During visit LPA observed locked drawer with knives, and observed gate unlocked and clear of obstruction. A copy of the Letter of Deficiencies Cleared letter was provided. No deficiencies cited during today's visit. This report was reviewed with Administrator, Marie Pendar and a copy of the signed report was providedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 4, 2025
Jul 24, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Marcela Yanez conducted an unannounced Required 1 Year visit and met with Marie Pendar, Administrator/Licensee. LPA announced the purpose of the visit. LPA observed 4 residents and 3 staff. During visit, LPA toured the facility inside and out. LPA toured the garage area and observed food storage areas and locked cabinets for cleaning supplies. LPA observed the kitchen area and observed locked cabinets for medications, During inspection LPA observed the facility kitchen drawer with knives unlocked and accessible to residents in care. LPA observed toxics under kitchen sink unlocked and accessible to residents in care. LPA observed perishable food supply of at least two days and a non-perishable food supply of at least seven days. Refrigerator temperature measured with thermometer was 40 degrees F. LPA toured 4 resident bedrooms. Each bedroom had available bedding and clothing storage areas as well as functioning lights. ADM tested the smoke detector in the hallway and found the smoke detector to function properly when tested. LPA toured two out of two resident bathrooms. Each bathroom had available soap and paper towels and functioning lights. The water temperature in the bathroom sink measured with thermometer at 111 degrees F. The Kitchen sink measured with thermometer at 113 degrees F. page 1 of 1 page 2 of 2 LPA toured the outside area and found the backyard exit was locked with a pad lock to prevent resident wandering behavior which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. During visit ADM removed the pad lock. LPA observed fire extinguisher was last serviced on 06/25/25 LPA reviewed Fire and Earthquake log last fire drill was conducted on 05/25/25. The facility has a pull down station fire alarm and was last inspected on 06/25/25. LPA reviewed resident records for 3 residents. R1 did not have an updated physicians report last report dated 05/25/2023, and Centrally Stored Medication was reviewed with ADM. LPA reviewed 3 staff records. Deficiencies were cited as per California Code of Regulations Title 22. This report was reviewed with Marie Pendar, Administrator/licensee and a copy of this report and appeal rights were provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 24, 2025
May 19, 2025Complaint investigation reportSubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Staff did not adequately supervise resident resulting in resident wandering away from the facility
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Christine Kabariti arrived to the facility unannounced to deliver the finding for the above allegation. LPA met with Desginated Administrator, Mario Lagan. On 01/24/2025, the Department received the complaint. On 01/30/2025, the initial complaint investigation was conducted. The following documents were obtained to include: LIC500 and R1's physician's report, appraisal/needs and services plan, face sheet, identification and emergency contact information, admission agreement, and police report. Page 1 of 3. Substantiated It was alleged that the staff did not adequately supervise resident resulting in resident (R1) wandering away from the facility. Based on review of the police report records, it’s noted that R1 was found about 0.2 miles away from the facility running through the parking lot of the shopping center. On 01/30/2025, staff members and the Licensee were interviewed. Based on staff interview 2 staff were working during the time of the incident. It was stated that on 01/23/2025 R1 left the facility from his/her side door and jumped the fence to go to a sandwich shop across the street of the facility. 2 out of 2 staff stated that they were cleaning and assisting other residents when R1 exited the facility. When staff noticed R1 was missing, staff went to look outside and saw an employee of the sandwich shop waving them down to come there. The Licensee stated that R1’s new behavior of leaving the facility began in the beginning of January 2025. Licensee states that they were addressing the behavior by talking to the doctor, following up with R1’s case manager, and they were waiting for R1’s insurance to approve a 1:1 staff. Licensee states that R1’s bedroom door does not have door alarms but stated a plan to buy door alarms for his/her room due to his/her exit-seeking behavior. Licensee also stated a plan to replace the battery for the door alarm at the front door to help notify staff when someone opens the doors. Based on interview with resident (R1), it was stated that he/she likes to leave the facility at least twice a week to go across the street by him/herself, without staff supervision. The review of R1’s records indicates that R1 is not able to leave the facility unassisted. On 01/30/2025, LPA observed that R1’s bedroom is located right next to the front door entrance of the facility. The front door alarm was not operable. R1’s private bedroom has a sliding door which leads to the side of the facility. R1’s sliding door had a door alarm, but the door alarm was not operable. Page 2 of 3. The Department has investigated the above allegation. Based on interview, record review and observation the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore, the above allegation is substantiated. A deficiency was cited per California Code of Regulation, Title 22. This report was reviewed with Licensee Marie Pendar and a copy of the report and appeal rights were provided. Page 3 of 3. Based on review of the police report, 2 witnesses stated to have observed staff hit R1. Witness (W1) stated to have observed one of the staff swing at R1 but was not sure which of the staff hit R1. It was stated that the incident happened in front of the facility. Witness (W2) stated to have observed of the staff hit R1 multiple times to get into the facility. Resident (R1) was interviewed. Based on interview, R1 denied staff pushing and hitting him/her. R1 did not have any complaints about staff’s treatment towards him/her. The 2 staff members who were part of alleged incident were interviewed. Based on staff interview, 2 out of 2 staff denied pushing and hitting R1. Staff stated a moment while walking back to the facility where the staff was yelling at R1 to “stop” before crossing the crosswalk as there was a bus coming. Staff denied touching R1 while walking back to the facility and before entering the facility. Based on review of the police report, on 01/23/2025, there were no bruises or marks on R1’s body. It was noted that R1 did not seem fearful of the staff. Based on LPA’s observation on 01/30/2025, there were no bruises or marks on R1’s body. R1 did not observe to seem fearful of the staff. The Department has investigated the above allegation. Based on interview, record review and observation the above allegation is unsubstantiated, meaning that although the allegation is valid there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur. No deficiencies were cited per California Code of Regulations, Title 22. This report was reviewed with Licensee, Marie Pendar and a copy of the report was provided. Page 2 of 2.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 19, 2025 · control 26-AS-20250124153302
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type A · Section cited: CCR 87468.2(a)(4) · Plan of correction due date: May 20, 2025
(a) In addition to the rights listed in Section 87468.1, Personal Rights of Residents in All Facilities, residents in privately operated residential care facilities for the elderly shall have all of the following personal rights: (4) To care, supervision, and services that meet their individual needs and are delivered by staff that are sufficient in numbers, qualifications, and competency to meet their needs. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, interview, and record review the licensee did not ensure resident (R1) was provided supervision to meet R1’s exit seeking behavior resulting in R1 leaving the facility unassisted which poses an immediate health, safety and personal rights risk to persons in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 19, 2025
Plan of correction: Licensee will complete training with all staff regarding resident rights and supervision / safety. Licensee will submit the staff training record to LPA Kabariti via email by POC due date of 05/20/2025.
May 19, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Deficiencies
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Christine Kabariti arrived unannounced to conduct a case management – deficiencies visit. LPA met with Designated Administrator, Mario Lagan and Licensee, Marie Pendar. The purpose of the visit is to address Title 22 violations observed during a complaint investigation (Control Number 26-AS-20250124153302). During the investigation, staff stated that on 01/23/2025 the only 2 staff working at the facility both left the facility to walk about 200 feet away (0.2 miles) to pick up R1, after R1 eloped from the facility. The staff instructed 1 resident to supervise 3 other residents for about 5-10 minutes while the staff went to get R1. Staff stated that the 1 resident who was asked to supervise the other resident was the most “reliable” to watch the remainder of the residents, as the resident had the most cognition. During the investigation, it was stated that R1’s elopement behavior began in the beginning of January 2025. Based on review of R1’s appraisal/needs and services plan it was last updated in year 2023. R1’s appraisal/needs and services plan was not updated to address R1’s new elopement behavior. During today's visit, LPA observed a pad lock device located at the bottom left side of the front entrance door. It was stated that the pad lock was installed to help reduce R1's elopement behavior. LPA observed an audible door alarm located at the top left of the front door, however, the door alarm was not working. Page 1 of 2. During today's visit, staff removed the pad lock located at the bottom left side of the front door. Licensee states a plan to replace the door alarm at the front door. Licensee states to be currently working with R1's insurance company to help implement a 1:1 staff for R1. It was also stated that on 04/25/2025, R1 eloped from the facility and was found by staff about 300 feet away from the facility. Based on review of the facility's incident reports, the facility did not report R1's elopement to the Department. Deficiencies were cited per California Code of Regulations, Title 22. See LIC809-D. An immediate $500 civil penalty was assessed due to absence of supervision on 01/23/2025. This report was reviewed with Licensee, Marie Pendar and a copy of the report and appeal rights were provided. Page 2 of 2.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 19, 2025
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type A · Section cited: CCR 87413(a)(1) · Plan of correction due date: May 19, 2025
(a) In each facility: (1) When regular staff members are absent, there shall be coverage by personnel with qualifications adequate to perform the assigned tasks. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on interview, record review and observation the licensee did not ensure that a staff member was present with 4 residents, when 2 out of 2 staff members left to pick up R1 after R1 eloped from the facility which poses an immediate health, safety, and personal rights risk to persons in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 19, 2025
Plan of correction: Licensee will conduct staff training on the facility's elopement policies and procedures and ensuring proper supervision at all times. Licensee will submit training document to LPA Kabariti via email by POC due date.
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type A · Section cited: CCR87307(d)(6) · Plan of correction due date: May 20, 2025
(d) The following space and safety provisions shall apply to all facilities: (6) All outdoor and indoor passageways and stairways shall be kept free of obstruction. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on interview, record review, and observation the licensee did not ensure the front door was not free of obstruction as the front door contained a pad lock at the bottom left side of the front door which poses an immediate health, safety and personal rights risk to persons in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 19, 2025
Plan of correction: Licensee removed the pad lock on the front door during visit. Licensee will conduct a staff training regarding ensuring exit doors are free of obstruction. Licensee will submit training document to LPA Kabariti via email by POC due date.
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR 87463(b) · Plan of correction due date: May 26, 2025
(b) The reappraisal shall document significant changes in the resident's physical, mental, cognitive, behavioral, or functional condition, including those required to be documented as specified in Section 87466, Observation of the Resident. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on interview, record review and observation the licensee did not ensure to update R1’s reappraisal to document R1’s new behavior of elopement which poses a potential health, safety, and personal rights risk to persons in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 19, 2025
Plan of correction: Licensee corrected the deficiency prior to visit by updating R1's appraisal/needs and services plan on 03/27/2025. LPA obtained a copy of the updated appraisal/needs and services plan.
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR87211(a)(1)(D) · Plan of correction due date: May 26, 2025
(a) ... : (1) A written report shall be submitted to the licensing agency and to the person responsible for the resident within seven days of the occurrence of any of the events specified in (A) through (D) below. … (D) Any incident which threatens the welfare, safety or health of any resident, ... or unexplained absence of any resident. Based on interview, record review and observation the licensee did not ensure to report R1's elopement incidnet on 04/25/2025 to the Department which poses a potential health, safety and personal rights risk to persons in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 19, 2025
Plan of correction: Licensee will complete training with staff regarding reporting requirements. Licensee will submit the training document to LPA Kabariti via email by POC due date.
Mar 8, 2025Complaint investigation reportSubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Facility staff intimidated resident by not providing basic services/meal services. Facility staff made false information on a resident's record.
Unannounced complaint visit made out to this facility on 03/08/2025 by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Charlie Yang who was met by the facility designated Administrator, Maria Pendar, who was briefly interviewed at this time. Current census was (6) residents. The purpose of this visit was to deliver the findings of this investigation to this facility, and it's designated Administrator, at this time. Based on interviews and a review of the forms and documents that were retrieved during this investigation, it was learned that resident, R1, initially moved into this facility several years ago dating back to 2015. Based on interviews conducted, it was learned that facility staff approached R1 and requested that R1 sign certain forms and documents without thoroughly explaining the nature of the documents and the need for why R1 had to sign them right away. It was learned that R1 refused to sign the forms and documents and requested that the facility staff provide R1 blank versions of these documents so that R1 could entrust R1's licensed medical professional to Substantiated As a result, R1 pulled out the catheter, without any warning, causing severe bodily harm to R1. It was learned that facility staff who were present did go ahead and contact 911 who responded and took R1 to the hospital for medical treatment. Based on a review of the facility forms and documents for R1, it was observed that a recent Physician's Report, LIC 602, was updated by R1's responsible licensed medical professional on 09/19/2024 addressing R1's current diagnosis and care needs. Based on a review of the file for R1, it was learned that R1 had a history of sustaining bladder infections due to R1's inability to urinate on a regular basis. This was one of the issues that was targeted with the surgery so that R1 could have regular visits to the restroom in order to prevent future bladder complications. It was learned that R1 was then equipped with a catheter to facilitate urination and the healing process as well. Based on a review of the forms and documents submitted by this facility, it was learned that R1 has been a resident at this facility for almost 10 years. During this span of time, all of R1's finances have been handled and paid by a trust that was set up to meet R1's care needs and maintain R1's financial capabilities to remain in an assisted living environment. It was learned that all invoices for basic services, medications, and ancillary needs were initially paid up front by this facility. This facility would then generate an invoice at the end of the month and submit them to the party responsible for handling and maintaining R1's finances which was done so through R1's trust. It was observed that receipts and all services rendered for each individual month were captured and submitted to the trust in order to receive payment. It was noted that this facility, and it's representative, finally initiated an increase in the monthly basic services fee, back in the latter part of 2023, which then went into effect in February of 2024. All letters notifying the resident and their responsible parties of the rate increase were observed to be present and served with the adequate time frame in mind as well. As a result of this investigation, this Department found the allegations to be UNSUBSTANTIATED. A complaint allegations finding of Unsubstantiated meant that although the allegations may have happened or were valid, there was not a preponderance of the evidence to prove that the alleged violations occurred. There were no deficiencies observed or cited at this time. Exit Interview complete them upon R1's next scheduled appointment. It was learned that this was met with disdain from the facility staff person who did not pursue the matter any further after R1 refused to comply with their request. It was learned that these documents were already filled out by the facility staff person assessing R1's capabilities and care needs at that time. As a result of this investigation, this LPA found the allegations to be SUBSTANTIATED - A finding that the complaint was Substantiated meant that the allegations were valid because the preponderance of the evidence standard had been met. The following deficiencies were observed and cited on the following LIC 9099-D pursuant to Title 22 Rules and Regulations, Division 6 and Health and Safety Codes. Appeal rights were printed and a copy was given to the facility designated Administrator at this time. Exit Interviewthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 8, 2025 · control 26-AS-20240910134450
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type A · Section cited: CCR 87468.1(a)(1) · Plan of correction due date: Mar 9, 2025
Residents in all residential care facilities for the elderly shall have all of the following personal rights: (1) To be accorded dignity in their personal relationships with staff, residents, and other persons. This facility was found to be deficient as evidenced by lack of dignity and respect shown towards R1 when attempting update forms and documents without resident consent which posed an immediate threat to the Health, Safety, and Personal Rights of all residents in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 8, 2025
Plan of correction: The facility designated Administrator stated that all facility staff will undergo training, for no less than one hour in duration, on the subject matter of facility residents rights and how to properly maintain them at all times. A statement of correction, along with copies of the updated training, will be completed and submitted into CCL by the due date. Proof of completed training will involve the topic of training, name of the vendorized trainer, and list of attendee(s).
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type A · Section cited: CCR 87468.1(a)(3) · Plan of correction due date: Mar 9, 2025
Residents in all residential care facilities for the elderly shall have all of the following personal rights: To be free from punishment, humiliation, intimidation, abuse, or other actions of a punitive nature, such as withholding residents’ money or interfering with daily living functions such as eating, sleeping, or elimination. This facility was found to be deficient as evidenced by lack of professionalism, dignity and respect shown towards R1 after R1's refusal to comply with staff's demands to update R1's forms and documents which posed an immediate threat to the Health, Safety, and Personal Rights of all residents in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 8, 2025
Plan of correction: The facility designated Administrator stated that all facility staff will undergo training, for no less than one hour in duration, on the subject matter of maintaing professionalism and upholding facility residents rights at all times. A statement of correction, along with copies of the updated training, will be completed and submitted into CCL by the due date. Proof of completed training will involve the topic of training, name of the vendorized trainer, and list of attendee(s).
Dec 10, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Collateral
On 12/10/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jaime Vado conducted an unannounced collateral visit to deliver findings regarding a complaint from the licensees closed facility Pendar's Residential Care #435294025. LPA met with staff Mario Lagan and explained the purpose of today's visit. LPA spoke to the licensee Marie Pendar to discuss findings over the phone. While at the facility LPA spoke to staff Mario Lagan to discuss the findings and inform that this is to deliver the findings regarding the closed facility. He confirmed with Marie LPAs presence and discussion and receipt of the complaint findings. Report is reviewed with Mario and a copy is provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 10, 2024
Jul 16, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 7/16/2024 at 1:00 p.m. Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Maria (Mita) Partoza arrived and conducted an unannounced required 1 year inspection visit and met with Administrator (ADM), Mila Valisto. ADM contacted licensee, Marie Pendar, due to previous commitment was not able to stay in the facility. Licensee/ADM was in constant contact via phone with ADM. Licensee Marie Pendar arrived at the facility at around 6:20 p.m. LPA observed a ramp leading to the front door free from obstruction. The facility is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) licensed to serve ages 60 and over 6 non-ambulatory, and a waiver for 2 hospice care. The facility's has 5 residents (R1 to R5) that have mild to advanced neurocognitive impairment. 4 staff were present including the ADM at the time of the visit. 5 residents were present at the facility. LPA observed 5 of 5 residents are in the bedroom. 2 of 5 are non-ambulatory and 3 of 5 are ambulatory. The facility has 5 resident room (BR2 to BR6) and 1 staff room (BR1). At 1:05 p.m. LPA toured the facility inside and outside with ADM, including but not limited to the kitchen, bathroom, dining room, living room, residents rooms, staff room, backyard and walkways. LPA observed the Personal Rights disclosure, Long Term Care Ombudsman (LTCO) prominently posted on the wall, visible to visitors, resident and staff. The temperature inside the home was at 73 degrees F. LPA and ADM toured the 5 bedrooms and LPA observed the rooms to be organized and free from debris and has sufficient storage for resident's personal belongings. 5 of 5 resident bedrooms have exit doors and are free from obstruction. 1 of 5 bedroom is shared by 2 residents. LPA observed 5 of 5 residents' bed are sanitary and free from debris. page 1 of 3 see LIC 809C LPA with ADM toured 3 full bathrooms (B1, B2 and B3). B1 is located at the hallway and shared by two resident. LPA observed B1 have non skid mats and grab bars and a bath seat with a broken leg that was tied together by a rope. B2 is used by one resident and has non-skid mats and grab bars. LPA observed that the trash bin inside B2 did not have a lid. B3 is located in a shared bedroom at the end of the hallway towards the back of the property. LPA observed that bath seat has water residue and soap residue. LPA observed that the facility has a wall pull fire alarm system, a smoke alarm and a carbon monoxide alert system that is in good working condition. LPA observed night lights on the hallway. Hallways are free from obstruction. The sliding door going out to the back deck/patio slides easily and free from obstruction. LPA observed ramps and walkways are free from obstruction. LPA observed the backyard area to be free from debris and is maintained. LPA tested the water temperature for kitchen and bathrooms, water temperature was measured at 105.9 degrees F. Dining and kitchen area and living room area were observed to be sanitary and organized. The facility has sufficient supply of perishable food for 2 days. The facility's non-perishable food for 7 days was not sufficient. The fire extinguisher located in the kitchen was last inspected on 1/12/2024. LPA with ADM inspected the back exterior area of the facility. LPA observed that the ramps are free from obstruction, however wooden plank by BR2 sliding door entry way was frayed. LPA observed the screen door for BR3 was frayed. LPA observed the wooden plank on the ramp by BR6 was frayed and dipping when stepped on. LPA observed bed protectors on the clotheslines. The ramps rail were observed to be in good repair and sturdy. LPA reviewed the following documents 3 of 5 resident record and 3 of 4 staff record. 1 of 3 resident have dementia, 1 of 3 has mild cognitive impairment. LPA observed that the following needs and services plan needs to be updated, 3 of 3 are missing signed consent form, 1 of 3 is missing the personal rights form. LPA reviewed staff record and observed the following 3 of 3 staff record. 3 of 3 medical training is up to date 2 of 3 have the updated 1st aid cpr, 3 of 3 did not have a signed Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Suspected Abuse of Dependent Adults and Elders (SOC 341A). page 2 of 3 LIC 809C LPA reviewed 3 of 3 resident centrally stored medication record. Medications are properly labeled. LPA and ADM conducted medication review and observed that 3 of 3 resident have missing medication. LPA requested the copy LIC 500, LIC 400, Updated Policy and Procedure, copy of the surety bond. Deficiencies were cited during today's visit per California Code of Regulation Title 22. See LIC 809D. An Exit interview was conducted with administrator Mila Valisto and Licensee Marie Pendar.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 16, 2024
Oct 13, 2023Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Resident in care is not being fed.
Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) David Marrufo and Mita Partoza conducted an unannounced complaint investigation visit and met with Administrator Mila Valisto and Licensee Marie Pendar. During visit, LPA Marrufo interviewed 5 out of 5 residents, interviewed Administrator Valisto, Licensee Pendar, and staff S1. LPAs observed the lunch meal service and observed facility food storage areas. LPAs observed resident records during visit. During interview, resident R1 stated that R1 sometimes refuses meals because R1 does not want to gain weight. LPAs observed staff assist R1 with feeding during visit. See LIC9099-C for more information. Page 1 of 2. Unsubstantiated Based on information from interviews conducted with staff, and records reviewed, although the allegations listed above may have happened or are valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations did or did not occur. Therefore, the allegation is unsubstantiated. No Deficiencies cited under California Code of Regulations Title 22 This report was reviewed with Mila Valisto and a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 13, 2023 · control 26-AS-20231005210200
Oct 13, 2023Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Other
Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) David Marrufo and Mita Partoza conducted a Case Management visit and met with Mila Valisto. LPAs visited the facility to conduct a complaint investigation visit. During visit, LPAs observed that resident R1's latest Physician's Report was completed on 12/05/2019. The Physician's Report stated R1 has a diagnosis of dementia. LPAs also observed resident R2 did not have a Functional Capabilities Form in R2's resident records. LPAs observed that a plank on one of the exterior wooden hand rails was loose during visit. An Advisory Note was issued. See LIC9102 for more information. Deficiencies were cited as per California Code of Regulations Title 22. See LIC809-D for more information. This report was reviewed with Administrator Mila Valisto and a copy of the report and appeal rights were provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 13, 2023
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR 87705(c)(5) · Plan of correction due date: Oct 20, 2023
Care of Persons with Dementia (c) Licensees who accept and retain residents with dementia shall be responsible for ensuring the following: (5) Each resident with dementia shall have an annual medical assessment as specified in Section 87458, Medical Assessment, and a reappraisal done at least annually, both of which shall include a reassessment of the resident’s dementia care needs. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Licensee did not ensure that resident R1 had a medical assessment that was updated annualy, which poses a potential safety risk to residents in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 13, 2023
Plan of correction: Licensee agrees to update R1's LIC602A Physician's Report by POC date and submit a copy of the report to licensing once completed.
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR87506(b)(17)(B) · Plan of correction due date: Oct 20, 2023
87506 Resident Records (b) Each resident’s record shall contain at least the following information: (17) Documents and information required by the following: (B) Section 87459, Functional Capabilities. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Licensee did not ensure that resident R2's resident record included a Functional Capabilities form, which poses a potential safety risk to residents in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 13, 2023
Plan of correction: Licensee agrees to complete a Functional Capabiliities form for resident R2 and submit a copy of the completed form by POC date.
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