Serenity Villa

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Debbie Palacios conducted an unannounced one (1) year required visit. LPA was granted entry by caregiver, Sheila Amoranto and Administrator Camille Morales who were informed of the purpose of the visit. At the time of the visit, there were four (4) residents present. Administrator and Caregiver present were observed to have obtained proper fingerprint clearance and were associated to the facility. LPA Palacios observed the following during today's visit: LPA Palacios conducted a tour of the facility with caregiver, Sheila. The physical plant is a single story structure that contained four (4) resident bedrooms, three (3) staff bedrooms, and three (3) resident bathrooms. The facility has a (1) formal dining room, kitchen, living room, laundry room and a gated backyard. Indoor and outdoor passageways were free of obstruction. There were no bodies of water located on the property. The facility has more than a two (2) day supply of perishable food and seven (7) day supply of non-perishable foods. Extra linen were observed in the main bathroom cabinet. Dishes and utensils were in sufficient supply and in good repair. Knives and sharp items were observed in a locked cabinet in the kitchen and cleaning supplies were locked under the sink cabinet. Resident bedrooms had the required bedding, furniture, and lighting. The smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and were observed to be operable. Centrally stored medication was observed in a locked cabinet in the kitchen. The outdoor patio was observed to have shaded seating to encourage outdoors socialization. Two (2) fully charged fire extinguishers were observed in the facility dated 05/20/24. The facility was observed to be in a clean condition; free of dirt, insects, rodents, and pests. Staff files reviewed include but not limited to have personnel records, health screenings, criminal record clearance, required training, and valid first aid/CPR certification. Resident files included but are not limited to signed admission agreements, pre-placement, personal rights, needs and service plans, and updated physician reports. Facility sketch, LTCO, CCL complaint poster, Exit signs, license and emergency disaster plan were posted on the walls. LPA reviewed the facility's Fire and Emergency Drill logs and noted the facility's last fire drill was conducted on 11/18/24. During today's visit, LPA did not issue any citations. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was reviewed and provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 17, 2024

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On December 11, 2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Venus Mixson arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct the required annual inspection and met with the Administrator, Shanel Pronovost. The LPA introduced herself and stated the purpose of the visit. LPA Mixson toured the facility along with the Administrator and inspected the facility inside and outside, and there were no obstructions to the indoor or outdoor passageways at the time of this visit. The facility is a single-story home, located at 228 Iron Drive Vista CA. 92083. Physical Plant: The facility phone number is (760) 758-9990 and is operable. The LPA observed the residents bedrooms, and they are equipped with required furniture as per Title 22. The LPA inspected facility bathrooms, and the hot water temperature was tested and tested within regulations. The bathrooms were clean and appliances were operating appropriately at the time of this visit. The facility is equipped with operating smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, and fire extinguishers. The LPA observed required postings such as "If you See Something, Say Something" and the "Personal Rights" postings were posted in a common area. The cleaning supplies and sharp items were kept locked and inaccessible to the residents in care. There was a designated storage space for the resident and staff files they were locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Medications: were locked and inaccessible to residents. The overall facility is clean, the furniture is in good condition. The facility air conditioning and other appliances were operable currently at the time of this visit. Food Service: Non-perishable and perishable food supply is sufficient per regulations, and there are a variety of food types available for residents. Dishes and utensils were in sufficient supply and stored properly. Care & Supervision Facility has sufficient staff, three at the time of this visit, and the staff were attentive to the residents in care. Records Review: The LPA reviewed five resident files, and two staff files. There were no Title 22, Division 6 Regulation violations observed or cited during today’s visit. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was given to the Administrator, Shanel Pronovost.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 11, 2023