Serenity Senior Care

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Today, Licensing Program Analyst L. Xiong arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct the Annual Inspection. LPA met Licensee/Administrator Brianna Esquivel and inform her the purpose of the visit. LPA observed a central entry point with a supply of hand sanitizer and a sign in policy that includes documented routine symptom screening for resident's, staff and visitors. LPA introduced self and allowed entrance by DSP staff. All COVID-19 guidelines are in place. Visitor log-in/temperature check was observed upon entry. B. Esquivel brought facility records for review and provided the facility tour for LPA. Facility appeared clean with no obstruction or fire clearance issues. All common areas have adequate seating and lighting. Resident bedrooms toured, rooms observed to have all required accommodations. Kitchen toured, LPA observed a 2-day supply of perishable and a 7-day supply of non-perishable food available for residents. Smoke detector and carbon monoxide detectors observed operational during inspection. Fire extinguisher present with a service date of July/2023. Water temperature observed to measure at 107 degrees F. No deficiencies were observed.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 30, 2023

Allegation investigated: Staff did not treat resident with respect Staff did not provide a safe environment for resident in care Facility

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) L. Xiong conducted the complaint investigation visit to the facility. I met with the licensee/administrator Brianna Esquivel and informed her the purpose of the visit. During the course of this investigation LPA toured the facility and interview staff relevant to the complaint investigation. It was determined that the above allegation: Staff did not treat resident with respect, Staff did not provide a safe environment for resident in care and Facility are UNFOUNDED. The evidence from the tour and interviews indicated there was no disrespectful treatment of residents, facility provides safe environment/facility for residents in care. This agency has investigated the complaint alleging (Staff did not treat resident with respect, Staff did not provide a safe environment for resident in care and Facility). We have found that the complaint was unfounded, therefore we have dismissed the complaint. Unfoundedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 23, 2023 · control 24-AS-20230515114449

The state marks this report as 3 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 1. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 10/12/22, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection. LPA met with Licensee/Administrator Brianna Esquivel and stated the purpose of the visit. All COVID-19 guidelines continue to be in place. Visitor log-in/temperature check was observed upon entry. Facility has one entrance/exit point, all staff and visitors observed to be wearing masks. Facility toured. All residents present during today's inspection. Facility observed to be clean and odor free. All common areas have adequate seating. Kitchen toured, LPA observed 2-day supply of perishable food and 7-day supply of non-perishable food available. Resident bedrooms toured, facility has 4 private bedrooms and 1 shared bedroom. All resident bedrooms have private bathrooms. All bathrooms have grab bars and non-skid mats, trash cans with lids, and hand washing signs in each bathroom. Medication observed to be locked and secured in kitchen cabinet. Fire extinguisher present and has a service date of 8/30/22. Carbon monoxide detector present and observed to be operational during today's inspection. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is stored on site and available if needed. All chemicals observed to be locked and secured. No deficiencies were observed. Exit interview was conducted. Facility report signed and a copy provided to Licensee for facility records.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 12, 2022

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) M. Medina conducted an unannounced an Inspection Control Infection. LPA met with Licensee, Brianna Esquivel and stated purpose of the visit. LPA completed the COVID contact questionnaire prior to entrance into the facility. LPA observed a central entry point with a supply of hand sanitizer and a sign in policy that includes documented routine symptom screening for resident's, staff and visitors. Mitigation plan was submitted and approved by Department on 3/25/2021. Procedures described in the plan and observed by LPA include: Daily symptoms screenings (for staff, persons in care and visitors), visitation policy, quarantine/isolation procedures, surveillance testing, infection control plan and identification of Brianna Esquivel as the Infection Control Lead, emergency staffing, PPE use, infection control training and procedures, documentation, postings and communication. LPA toured the facility inside and out. Required postings of signs to include hand washing, coughing etiquette and physical distancing were observed in the facility. Staff were observed wearing face coverings. Facility has designated visitation areas. LPA observed a 30 day supply of PPE and resident medications. Fire extinguisher present with a service date of 8/03/2021. Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors present and observed to be operational during today's inspection. Licensee to submit the following documents to Fresno CCL no later than 10/01/21: LIC 500, LIC 610, LIC 9020, Administrator certificate, first aid card. Through LPA observations, documentation review and interview with Licensee, the required infection control practices are found to be in compliance. No deficiencies cited during today’s inspection.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 22, 2021