Sandy Creek Care Home II

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Celine Rodriguez conducted an unannounced required visit to the facility for the purpose of conducting the required annual inspection. LPA Rodriguez explained reason for visit and was greeted and granted entry by staff on duty. During the visit, staff on duty contacted facility administrators (ADs) Wilma Fuentes & Jonalyn Mejia about visit. For this visit, there are 2 staff members on duty, of which are background cleared and associated. The PUB475 "See Something, Say Something" poster was observed to be located at the entrance of the facility. LPA observed the Administrator's Certificate for Wilma Fuentes which expires on 1/4/2027 and Jonalyn Mejia which expires on 12/6/2026. LPA toured the interior and exterior portions of the facility with staff on duty. The facility is a single level structure and is licensed for 6 non-ambulatory residents, of which 1 may be bedridden (in room #2) and 6 may be on hospice. For this visit, there are a total of 5 residents in care, of which 4 are on hospice and 0 are bedridden. There are a total of 6 bedrooms, of which 4 are private resident rooms, and 1 shared resident rooms and 1 room for staff. LPA toured each bedroom 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. Smoke and carbon monoxide detector and auditory exit alarms were tested and operational. There are a total of 2 restrooms, of which were observed to be in good repair, toilets were operational, and grab bars and non-skid floor mats were provided. Water temperature was measured to be at 118.9 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. Fire extinguisher was charged, mounted and located in the kitchen. Fire extinguishers were dated and tagged for the date of 2025. LPA observed the emergency disaster and evacuation plan, which is posted in the living room. Facility had back-up emergency food and water supply, located in the kitchen and in the garage. LPA observed that First Aid Kit had all the required components. Medications and toxins were also observed to be locked and inaccessible to residents in care. For the exterior portion, LPA observed patio furniture under shading, and the grounds were free of any hazards. There are 2 gates in the backyard, which were self-closing and self-latching. No bodies of water 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 ADs Fuentes and Mejia. A copy of this report was explained and provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 29, 2025

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On this day, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kevin Saborit-Guasch made an unannounced visit to conduct the required annual inspection. LPA was greeted and granted entry by caregiving staff after introducing himself and stating the purpose of the visit. Administrators Wilma Fuentes and Jonalyn Mejia were notified via telephone and arrived later to assist with the inspection. There are currently six residents in care, four of which are receiving hospice care. LPA observed residents participating in activities in the facility’s common areas and relaxing in their respective bedrooms. LPA accompanied by facility caregiver toured the physical plant. The facility is a one-story house with an attached garage. The facility has five (5) resident bedrooms, one (1) of which is shared, one (1) staff bedroom, and two (2) shared bathrooms. All bedrooms appeared clean and sanitary. LPA observed all the resident bedrooms has the required furnishings. Four residents on hospice have beds equipped with full rails and a fifth resident has half-rails in place. All corresponding physician orders and hospice plans of care present on file and reviewed. Both bathrooms appear clean and sanitary. Bathrooms were equipped with grab bars and non-slip mats. Hot water temperature measured between 115 and 117.8 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed the kitchen has a minimum two (2) day perishable and seven (7) day non-perishable food supply. LPA observed knives locked in a secure drawer inside the kitchen. A fire extinguisher is located across from the kitchen and was observed to have been purchased in 2024 based on the receipt attached. LPA tested the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors which were found to be operational. The centrally stored medication is located in a locked cabinet in the dining room. Hospice comfort kit are placed in lockboxes in the garage refrigerator. The attached garage is inaccessible to residents and is used for storage and for laundry. Cleaning supplies are located in the garage as well as under the kitchen sink in a locked cabinet. LPA observed the facility has an emergency food and water supply which is also stored in the garage. CONTINUED ON FORM LIC809-C CONTINUED FROM FORM LIC809 LPAs and administrator toured the outside of the facility and observed it to be free of obstructions. LPAs observed a shaded outdoor seating area with furniture for resident use. The perimeter gates on both sides of the property are self-latching and can easily be opened in an evacuation. There are no bodies of water on the premises. LPAs reviewed six resident records and reviewed all necessary components. All necessary documents observed and present. Medical assessments have been updated in a timely manner. LPA reviewed resident medication records. No discrepancies were observed. LPA interviewed one resident. LPA reviewed ten staff records which were found to be complete. Training and CPR/First aid training reviewed and up-to-date. All staff are background cleared and associated to the licensed location accurately. Infection Control and Emergency and Disaster plans were both reviewed and are complete and accurate. Both have been reviewed annually by the administrator. Fire and emergency drills are conducted quarterly and documented as required. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, there are no deficiencies being cited per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 25, 2024

The state marks this report as 3 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 2. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.