Sunflower Living

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michael Tea conducted an unannounced visit to the facility for the purpose of completing the Annual Required inspection. Upon arrival, LPA was greeted and granted entry by Administrator (AD) Sunita Chand. The purpose of the visit was explained. The facility is licensed to serve six non-ambulatory residents and holds a hospice waiver for six. At the time of the visit, there were six residents in care, including one resident receiving hospice services. LPA reviewed six resident files and three staff files. All files were found to contain the required documentation. The Administrator’s certificate is current and set to expire on June 15, 2027. LPA Tea, accompanied by the Administrator, conducted a tour of the facility, including the physical plant, kitchen, and outdoor areas. The home consists of five resident bedrooms (one of which is shared), one staff room, two full bathrooms, two half bathrooms, a living room, dining room, and kitchen. During the tour, LPA observed that smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were present and operational in both common areas and resident bedrooms. The last disaster drill was conducted March 31, 2026. Resident bedrooms were appropriately furnished with required furniture, clean bed linens, and sufficient closet and drawer space to meet residents’ needs. Bathrooms were observed to be clean and in good repair. Toilets and faucets were functioning properly, grab bars were securely installed, and showers were free of mold and mildew. Water temperature measured between 115.3°F and 116.2°F, which is within the acceptable range. Adequate supplies of towels, toiletries, and personal hygiene items were available. Common areas were clean, well-maintained, and free of hazards, with unobstructed pathways. Cameras are installed in common areas for resident safety and do not include audio recording. The kitchen was inspected and found to be clean and organized. Perishable and non-perishable food supplies were adequately stocked. Sharps were observed to be secured in a locked cabinet, and toxic substances were stored in a (Annual Inspection report continued on LIC809-C) locked area under the sink, inaccessible to residents. All kitchen appliances were operational. Fire extinguishers were fully charged, and a complete first aid kit was available with all required contents. LPA also toured the outdoor grounds, which included adequate shaded seating for residents. The exit gate on the left side of the facility was self-latching and functioning properly. Emergency food and water supplies were observed in the garage. The facility provides activities such as outdoor walks, exercise, and group games and activities facilitated by the Administrator and staff. During the visit, residents were observed resting in their rooms and eating lunch. Medication storage and administration were reviewed. Medications are stored in a locked cabinet near the kitchen and are administered in accordance with physician’s orders. LPA conducted interviews with residents regarding their quality of care and with staff regarding services provided. Based on observations and record reviews conducted during today’s visit, no deficiencies were cited in the areas inspected, in accordance with Title 22, Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. This report was reviewed with Administrator Sunita Chand. A copy of LIC 809, LIC 809-C, LIC 858, and LIC 859 was provided to the facility. Additionally, LPA provided a Legionnaires’ Disease Fact Sheet for informational and preventive purposes.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 6, 2026

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michael Tea conducted an unannounced visit. The purpose of today’s visit was to conduct the Annual Required inspection. LPA Tea was greeted and granted entry into the facility by caregiver, Ryann Tanglao and explained the reason for the visit. Facility is licensed for 6 non-ambulatory residents, with a hospice waiver for six. Currently there are four residents, of which one is on hospice during today's visit. The Administrator, Sunita Chand arrived shortly after to assist during the visit. LPA Tea reviewed four resident files and two staff files. Resident and staff files contained all required documentation. Administrator certificate expires on June 15, 2025. LPA Tea along with the Administrator toured the facility at 9:47 AM. LPA toured the physical plant, checked food service, and the first aid kit. The home consists of 5 resident bedrooms, which one is shared, 1 staff room, 2 full bathrooms and 2 half bathrooms, living room, dining room, and kitchen. LPA observed smoke detectors/carbon monoxide in common areas and bedrooms are operational. Resident bedrooms had the required furniture, bed linens and closet/drawer space to accommodate each resident comfortably. Resident bathrooms were checked. Toilets and water faucets worked properly, grab bars were secure and shower was free of mold/mildew. Water temperature measured between 111.7 F degrees and 116 degrees F degrees. Resident bath towels, toiletries and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked at time of visit. Common areas were clean and clear of hazards, doorways were free of obstructions. There are cameras placed in the common areas of the facility without audio for the safety of residents in care. First aid kit had all the required elements including bandages, dressing, tweezers, thermometer, and scissors. Kitchen was inspected. Perishable and non-perishable food supply was checked and adequately stocked at time of visit. LPA found some expired non-perishable food and staff cleared the expired food products. They still have enough food on hand since they have extra refrigerators in the garage. LPA observed sharps locked in a Annual Inspection report continued on LIC809-C kitchen drawer. LPA also observed toxin substances to be secured and locked and inaccessible to clients underneath the kitchen sink. Fire extinguishers are fully charged. Kitchen appliances are operational during today's visit. LPA toured the outside grounds and there is ample seating with shade. The exit gate on the left side of the facility is self-latching and operational. LPA observed emergency food and water supply in the garage. Facility provides activities in the form of outdoor activities such as going out for walks and doing exercises. During the visit, LPA observed residents in their room just watching television and resting. LPA reviewed medication storage and administration. Medications are stored in a locked cabinet by the kitchen. Medications are being administered per physician order. LPA interviewed clients regarding their quality of care and spoke to staff present regarding care provided. Based on the observation 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 administrator, Sunita Chand and a copy of this report LIC809, 809-C, LIC858, LIC859, was read and provided to the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 16, 2025

Allegation investigated: -Facility staff verbally abused resident in care

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kimberly Lyman conducted an unannounced complaint visit to continue the investigation into the above allegation. LPA was greeted and granted entry into the facility and explained the reason for the visit. During the course of the investigation, LPA toured the facility and interviewed staff and residents as well as reviewed and obtained pertinent documentation such as physician report. Regarding the allegation that facility staff verbally abused resident in care, the investigation revealed the following:Administrator indicated an incident where Resident 1 (R1) was verbally aggressive with Staff 1 (S1) after returning to the facility intoxicated. S1 confirms the incident. S1 denies verbally abusing the resident at any time and two out of two additional staff deny ever witnessing S1 be verbally abusive to residents. Three out of three residents deny any verbal abuse occurring at the facility and expressed satisfaction with all facility staff including S1. Based on interviews conducted, LPA is unable to corroborate the allegation. Therefore, the allegation is deemed unsubstantiated, meaning that although the allegation may have happened or are valid, there is not a preponderance of the evidence to prove that the alleged violation occurred. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was provided to facility. Unsubstantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 7, 2024 · control 22-AS-20230428132836

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michael Tea conducted an unannounced visit. The purpose of today’s visit was to conduct the Annual Required inspection. At around 8:30 AM, LPA Tea was greeted and granted entry into the facility by caregiver, Varinder Singh and Sonia Caceres and explained the reason for the visit. Facility is licensed for 6 non-ambulatory residents, with a hospice waiver for six. Currently there are five residents, of which three are on hospice during today's visit. The Administrator, Sunita Chand arrived shortly after to assist during the visit. At 8:52 AM, LPA Tea reviewed five resident files and three staff files. Residents files and staff files contained all required documentation. Administrator certificate expires on June 15, 2025. LPA Tea along with the Administrator toured the facility at 9:41 AM. LPA toured the physical plant, checked food service, and the first aid kit. The home consists of 5 resident bedrooms, which one is shared, 1 staff bedroom, 2 full bathrooms and 2 half bathrooms, living room, dining room, and kitchen. At 9:48 AM LPA observed smoke detectors/carbon monoxide in common areas and bedrooms are operational. Resident bedrooms had the required furniture, bed linens and closet/drawer space to accommodate each resident comfortably. Resident bathrooms were checked. Toilets and water faucets worked properly, grab bars were secure and shower was free of mold/mildew. Water temperature measured between 114.4 F degrees and 116.6 degrees. Resident bath towels, toiletries and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked at time of visit. Common areas were clean and clear of hazards, doorways were free of obstructions. There are cameras placed in the common areas of the facility without audio for the safety of residents in care. First aid kit had all the required elements including tweezers, thermometer, and scissors. Kitchen was inspected. Perishable and non-perishable food supply was checked and adequately stocked at time of visit. LPA observed sharps locked in a kitchen drawer. LPA also observed toxin substances to be secured and locked and inaccessible to clients underneath the kitchen sink. Annual report continued on LIC809-C Fire extinguishers are fully charged. Kitchen appliances are operational during today's visit. LPA toured the outside grounds and there is ample seating with shade and the exit gate is self latching and operational. The backyard has a small garden area, where residents can garden if they wanted to. LPA observed emergency food and water supply in the garage. Facility provides activities in the form of outdoor activities such as going out for walks and doing exercises. The residents play chess and card games as well. At 10:03 AM LPA reviewed medication storage and administration. Medications are stored in a locked cabinet. Medications are being administered per physician order. LPA interviewed clients regarding their quality of care and spoke to staff present regarding care provided. Based on the observation 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 administrator, Sunita Chand and a copy of this report LIC809, 809-C, LIC858, LIC859, LIC9102 was read and provided through email to the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 4, 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.