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Sunny Orchard Place
Small home·Licensed for 6·Sunnyvale, California
- Care approvals on fileHospiceState licensing record · September 27, 2026
- Starting rate$7,500 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 visit6 of 6 beds occupiedJanuary 10, 2025 · not a current opening
- Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
- Last state visitJune 30, 2026CDSS inspection record
- Licence holderCarr, TheresaSince 2003 · 2 licensed homes
Sunny Orchard Place is a small care home in Sunnyvale — 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 2003. Wheelchair and non-ambulatory care, 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 Sunny Orchard Place
Is Sunny Orchard Place licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
How many residents is Sunny Orchard Place licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Has Sunny Orchard Place been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2003, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 9 state visits over the same years.
Is Sunny Orchard Place still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.
What does Sunny Orchard Place cost?
$7,500 a month to start — listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026.
The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living private room, seen September 9, 2026.
Among 6 other homes of a similar licensed size in Sunnyvale that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,000 to $6,000 a month, and the middle figure is $5,250 (n = 6 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 Sunny Orchard Place 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 Carr, Theresa, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
El Camino Health is 2.1 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Sunny Orchard Place 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.
Sunny Orchard Place license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “SUNNY ORCHARD PLACE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #435201400. 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 Carr, Theresa, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- First licensed in 2003, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 9 state inspection visits since 2003, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2003, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 9 state visits in that period.
- 1 complaint and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2003, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
- The most recent state visit on file is June 30, 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-ambulatoryNot on file · ask the home
- 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
LICENSEE GRANTED A BEDRIDDEN FIRE CLEARANCE FOR SIX. THE LICENSE IS SUBJECT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE HOSPICE WAIVER FOR TWO RESIDENTS.
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
$7,500a month to start
Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026 · See listing
Likely monthly total
$7,500a month
Likely $7,500–$8,100
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$7,500this home
The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living private room, seen September 9, 2026.
Shared room insteadAsknot on file
This home’s listed starting rate is for assisted living private room. A shared room, if one is offered, may cost less — ask.
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 $7,500–$8,100
- $7,500
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $7,500–$11,600
- $9,500
Lines marked “Ask” are not in the totals.
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 private room, seen September 9, 2026.
9 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,900–$7,350.
- 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 9 nearby homes behind this estimate
- Wisteria HomeSunnyvale · 0.3 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Sunflower Care HomeSunnyvale · 0.4 mi · Mid-size home$7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Madera Villa Residential CareSunnyvale · 1.4 mi · Mid-size home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Casa Pastel Care HomeMountain View · 1.7 mi · Small home$3,900Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- El Sereno HomeLos Altos · 1.7 mi · Small home$5,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Parkview Rch #2Sunnyvale · 1.8 mi · Small home$4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Casa Alice Care HomeMountain View · 2.1 mi · Small home$3,900Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Hidden Lane VillaLos Altos · 2.5 mi · Small home$7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Paradise Care HomeMountain View · 2.7 mi · Small home$3,900Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
Where it is
- 1155 Pome Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94087Address 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 9 documents for this home, and its records count 9 visits since 2003. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated June 30, 2026.
- On file since
- 2022
- State visits
- 9
- Most recent visit
- June 30, 2026
- Occupied · January 10, 2025 visit
- 6 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening
We hold 1 complaint report the state published for this home, dated January 10, 2025. 1 of the 1 carries the state's recorded outcome word: “Unsubstantiated” (1). 1 includes the transcribed allegation the state investigated, word for word. Summary composed by computer from the 1 complaint report 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 citations0typical 0
- Type B citations0typical 0
- Substantiated allegations0typical 0
- Total complaints1typical 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 2003.
Year by year
The last 36 months — 7 of 9 documents
Jun 30, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 6/30/2026, Licensing Program Analyst(LPA) John Calandra arrived at the facility to conduct the Annual 1-year required inspection. LPA Calandra was greeted by Luisa Roman, Caregiver and explained the purpose of the visit. Ofelia Guanzon, Administrator arrived later during the visit. LPA toured the physical plant. This is a 1-story building with 7 bedrooms (6 for residents and 1 for staff), 2 and a half bathrooms, a kitchen, living room, dining room, office, garage, and front and backyards. All bedrooms had the required furniture and sufficient lighting. All bathrooms had the required grab bars and anti-skid flooring. No accessible bodies of water or hazards were observed. The facility's smoke alarms and Carbon monoxide detectors were observed to be in working order. The facility's fire extinguisher was last checked on April 22, 2026 and was observed to be fully charged. The facility's first aid kit was observed to have all of the required items. The facility had the required 7 days of non perishables and 2 days of perishables on site. No food was expired. All sharp objects, soap, detergents, and poisons were observed to be locked and in-accessible to persons in care. LPA reviewed 5 resident files and 6 staff files. All were observed to be complete. During record review, LPA Calandra observed that the Licensee had no record of the 4 hours of required training on postural supports, hospice, and restricted health conditions. A Type B citation was issued for this deficiency. A review of Centrally stored medications indicated that medications for residents were properly labeled with instructions on dosage and times of day and matched the Centrally Stored Medication records kept at the facility. During the visit, LPA Calandra collected the following document: -Liability Insurance LPA Calandra requested that the Licensee send a copy of their current LIC 500 by 7/7/2026. Deficiencies are cited under California Code of Regulations(CCR) Title 22. Failure to correct said deficiencies by the Plan of Correction due date may result in Civil Penalties. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report and appeal rights provided to the facility representative.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 30, 2026
Jun 16, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On June 16, 2025, the Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kiran Jain arrived unannounced at the facility to conduct a Required 1-Year Annual inspection. The LPA met with the Assistant Administrator (ADM), Ofelia Guanzon, and disclosed the purpose of the inspection. ADM informed the LPA that the facility had six (6) residents in care and (2) staff members present at the time. At 9:06 AM, the LPA initiated a walk-through of the facility, accompanied by the ADM. There were (6) bedrooms and (2½) bathrooms designated for residents' use. All (6) resident rooms were single occupancy. LPA inspected all (6) resident rooms and found them clean, well-lit, and equipped with the required furniture. Storage closets with incontinence supplies were observed in every room. LPA inspected (2½) bathrooms and found them clean, sanitary, and in good working condition. The bathrooms contained soap, grab bars, paper towels, a trash can, a shower chair, and non-slip flooring. The hot water temperature at the sink faucet measured 118.1°F in bathroom #1 and 118.2°F in bathroom #2. The hallway closets were observed to contain clean linens, hand gloves, paper napkins, and towels for residents’ use. LPA inspected the kitchen and found it clean, with no food preparation and cooking in progress at the time. The appliances were checked and observed to be in working order. The LPA inspected a locked cabinet under the kitchen sink containing knives, sharp objects, detergents and cleaning supplies. The refrigerator and pantry cabinets were inspected, and sufficient supplies of fresh perishable food for (2) days and nonperishable staples for (7) days were observed. No expired food or stored medications were noted. Continued on LIC809-C LPA inspected the dining area adjacent to the kitchen and found it clean. The dining table and chairs were observed to accommodate the residents, and all the furniture was in good repair. Two (2) residents were observed sitting on the dining table, reading newspaper and eating snacks. LPA inspected the living room and observed it clean, with all furniture in good repair. There were sofa chairs, recliners, tables, a television, and a piano in the living room. LPA inspected the fire extinguisher mounted on the wall in the living room and found it fully charged, with the last service tag dated 04/30/2024. The ADM tested the smoke and carbon monoxide detector located in the garage in the LPA's presence, and it was found to be functional. Additional smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were observed in all bedrooms and common areas of the facility during the visit. LPA inspected the garage and observed a washer and a dryer, and storage cabinets. A office room was observed near the front of the facility. LPA toured the backyard area, found ramps and passageways in good condition, clear of obstructions, with no blocking or tripping hazards. It had a set of a patio table, chairs, and shaded areas for resident use. No bodies of water were noted. LPA reviewed six (6) staff personnel records and five (5) resident records. The LPA observed that 5 of 5 residents had an Admission Agreement, Physician's Report, Appraisal Needs and Services Plan, and CSDMR. LPA observed that 6 of 6 staff members had LIC 508 Criminal Record Statements and LIC 503 Health Screening and confirmed that 6 of 6 staff members were associated with the facility. LPA observed a locked centrally stored medication cabinet in the hallway next to the living room. Medications were organized in separate bins for each resident. Centrally Stored Medication Records were reviewed and found to be complete. LPA inspected the first aid kit and found it fully stocked. Emergency Drill Logs were reviewed, and it was observed that Emergency Disaster Drills were conducted quarterly, with the most recent drill completed on 04/14/2025. The following updated forms are requested to be submitted to CCLD by 06/23/2025: Continued on LIC809-C · LIC 500: Personnel Report · LIC 308: Designation of Facility Responsibility · Certificate of Liability Insurance · Administrator Certificate(s) No deficiencies were cited during today's visit. An exit interview was conducted with the Assistant Administrator. A copy of this report was provided to the Assistant Administrator, Ofelia Guanzon, whose signature on this form confirms receipt of the report.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 16, 2025
Mar 11, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: POC
On March 11, 2025, at 10:55 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kiran Jain arrived at the facility to conduct a Plan of Correction (POC) visit. Upon arrival, the LPA was greeted by the DSP, Luisa Regala. The LPA disclosed the purpose of the visit. The DSP informed the LPA that there were (5) residents in care. The DSP accompanied the LPA during the inspection. Assistant Administrator, Ofelia Guanzon joined shortly after. On January 10, 2025, LPA conducted a Case Management – Other inspection at the facility. During the inspection, LPA observed two units with walls and doors constructed in the garage. As a result, a deficiency was cited under Regulation 87305 – Alterations to Existing Buildings or New Facilities (a) Prior to construction or alterations, all facilities shall obtain a building permit. A Plan of Correction (POC) was developed with the licensee, requiring them to submit evidence of a building permit and fire clearance for the garage alteration. If neither was obtained, the licensee was required to demolish the two units in the garage and submit photographic evidence to CCLD by January 17, 2025. On January 17, 2025, LPA emailed the licensee requesting a facility sketch showing the alterations/construction in the garage. However, LPA did not receive a reply. A follow-up email was sent on January 21, 2025, again requesting the updated sketch and reminding the licensee that the POC was overdue. On February 13, 2025, LPA conducted a POC visit. During the visit, LPA inspected the garage in the presence of the caregiver and observed that the doors had been removed, but the walls were still there in the garage. LPA observed (4) closets, (2) mirrors, (1) table lamp, (1) sofa, (1) chair, (1) table, (1) electrical lamp mounted on one of the added walls with on/off switch on the added walls with electrical wires running within the walls, (2) baskets with personal clothes, (2) wet towels hanging from closets, (3) suitcases, and multiple storage containers. Continued on LIC809-C As a result of the ongoing violation and the failure to submit the POC by the January 17, 2025, deadline, a civil penalty of $100 per day was assessed for the period from January 18, 2025, to February 13, 2025, totaling $2,700. On February 14, 2025, LPA received an email from Assistant Administrator Ofelia Guanzon, which included an updated facility sketch showing the alterations and conversion of the garage. On February 24, 2025, an inspector from the City of Sunnyvale Neighborhood Preservation office inspected the facility and determined that the prohibited walls installed in the garage and the floor of the garage consist of an unapproved surface for parking, requiring removal of the prohibited walls in the garage and removal of the existing flooring. On March 1, 2025, the facility demolished the prohibited walls and flooring in the garage. Today (03/11/2025) at 11:15 AM, LPA conducted a follow-up inspection of the garage in the presence of a caregiver and observed that the walls in the garage had been demolished and removed. As a result, the previously cited deficiency “87305 Alterations to Existing Building or New Facilities (a) Prior to construction or alterations, all facilities shall obtain a building permit” was cleared on this date. No deficiencies were cited today under the California Code of Regulations, Title 22. An exit interview was conducted with the Assistant Administrator. A copy of this report was discussed and left with the Assistant Administrator, Ofelia Guanzon, whose signature on this form confirms receipt of this report.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 11, 2025
Feb 13, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: POC
On February 13, 2025, at 12:15 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kiran Jain arrived at the facility to conduct a Plan of Correction (POC) visit. Upon arrival, the LPA was greeted by the DSP, Luisa Regala. The LPA disclosed the purpose of the visit. The DSP informed the LPA that there were (6) residents in care. The DSP accompanied the LPA during the inspection. Administrator, Ofelia Guanzon joined shortly after. On 01/10/2025, the LPA conducted a Case Management – Other inspection at the facility. During the inspection, the LPA observed two units will walls and doors constructed in the garage. The deficiency was issued, and the plan of correction was developed with the licensee. The Licensee will submit the evidence of building permit and fire clearance for the garage alteration. If neither is obtained, the Licensee will demolish (2) units from the garage and submit photographic evidence to CCLD by 01/17/2025. POC was due on 01/17/2025, but as of today (02/13/2025), the LPA has not received a POC from the licensee. On 01/17/2025, LPA emailed the licensee asking the licensee to email the facility sketch with the alteration / construction in the garage. LPA didn’t receive any email reply from the licensee. On 01/21/2025, LPA emailed the licensee again asking for the updated sketch of the garage and reminded licensee that the POC was due on 01/17/2025. Today (02/13/2025) at 12:30 PM, the LPA inspected the garage in the presence of the caregiver and observed the doors have been removed, but the walls are still there in the garage. LPA observed (4) closets, (2) mirrors, (1) table lamp, (1) sofa, (1) chair, (1) table, (1) electrical lamp mounted on one of the added walls with on/off switch on the added walls with electrical wires running within the walls, (2) baskets with personal clothes, (2) wet towels hanging from closets, (3) suitcases, and multiple storage containers. LPA inspected wooden chest placed inside the area of these walls, under the electrical lamp and mirror. LPA observed personal federal tax return form for Staff (S1) in top drawer of the chest, prescribed medication bottles for S1, hair and other personal products in the second drawer, personal clothes in the third drawer of the chest. Continued on LIC809-C On 02/13/2025, LPA talked to the licensee, Theresa Carr on the phone and the licensee stated they would send the updated facility sketch with the additions/alterations/construction done in the garage by 02/17/2025. A civil penalty was assessed for $100 per day for the period of 01/18/2025 to 02/13/2025 totaling $2,700 for a violation regarding the alterations done in the garage and not submitting POC by the due date of 01/17/2025, see LIC421FC. The civil penalty will continue to accrue $100 per day until the deficiency is corrected. An exit interview was conducted, and Plan of Correction was reviewed with the Administrator. A copy of this report, civil penalty, and appeal rights were discussed and left with the Administrator, Ofelia Guanzon, whose signature on this form confirms receipt of these documents.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 13, 2025
Jan 10, 2025Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Caregiver hit resident on the thighs.
On January 10, 2025, at 12:40 PM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kiran Jain arrived at the facility to conduct a Complaint Investigation visit. Upon arrival, the LPA was greeted by the DSP, Luisa Regala. The LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection. The DSP informed the LPA that there were (6) residents in care. Regarding the allegation “Caregiver hit resident on the thighs”, the Reporting Party (RP) stated “On 11/22/2024 the resident reported to the complainant that caregiver Kanalle, last name unkonwn, has hit him on his thighs for the past 6 months while providing care to him. The resident stated to the RP, "Kanalle is always rough with me". LPA interviewed (3) Residents (R1-R3). R1 was observed to be in their private room. R1 stated that S1 was rough with them, and about a week ago, the facility corrected this by removing S1 as the primary caregiver. Continued on 9099-C Unsubstantiated R1 stated that care was good now and had no further complaints and nothing to share. R2 stated that they liked all the caregivers and showed a thumbs-up sign when asked about the quality of care provided. R3 was not able to provide anything about S1. LPA interviewed (3) staff members (S1, S2, and S3). S1 stated they had challenges when providing care to R1 due to their yelling. R1 was in pain when S1 wiped their back and was not rough. S1 stated that they reported to their manager that it was rough for R1 when they wiped their back and needed (2) caregivers to bathe R1 and for R1’s other care needs. S2 stated that R1 is scared to turn by themselves and R1 shouts when they turn them. It was R1’s behavior to shout. S2 stated that R1 was itchy, and sensitive to touch and yells staff was hurting them when they touched R1. The staff was gentle with R1 when R1 was in pain. S2 stated that S1 was now paired with other staff members when providing care to R1. LPA interviewed (1) family member (FM). FM stated they are aware of R1’s behavior and R1 would scream when someone would touch R1. R1 scratches themselves aggressively and that’s why R1 screams when staff touches R1. FM is working with a doctor to resolve R1’s excessive scratching. FM stated that the facility had made changes so that R1 was not alone with S1. FM was happy with the care provided to R1 at the facility and had no negative remarks. LPA observed R1 shouting in pain when S1 and S2 were in R1’s room to change R1’s diaper. LPA interviewed R1 after the diaper change and R1 stated they had no complaints and S1 didn’t provide direct care to R1, S1 was in the room assisting S2. LPA reviewed the facility record of the Plan of Action. S1 will not be with R1 alone for now. S1 was given Elder Abuse Training on 12/10/2024. The facility will check on R1 every day for any bruises or scratches. Based on LPA’s observations, interviews that were conducted, and record review(s), the allegation may have happened or is valid, but there is not a preponderance of the evidence to prove that the alleged violation occurred, therefore the above allegation(s) is found to be UNSUBSTANTIATED. No deficiencies were cited during today's visit. An exit interview was conducted. A copy of this report was left with the DSP, Luisa Regala, whose signature on this form confirms receipt of the report.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 10, 2025 · control 26-AS-20241205094700
Jan 10, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Other
On January 10, 2025, at 12:40 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kiran Jain arrived at the facility to conduct a Case Management – Other inspection visit. Upon arrival, the LPA was greeted by the DSP, Luisa Regala. The LPA disclosed the purpose of the visit. The DSP informed the LPA that there were (6) residents in care. The DSP accompanied the LPA during the inspection. At 1:23 PM, LPA inspected the garage and observed two units will walls and doors constructed there. LPA reviewed the facility sketch and the sketch didn’t show two units in the garage. LPA talked to the Licensee over the phone and asked the Licensee for a building permit and fire clearance document for this construction/alteration to the garage. The Licensee stated they don’t have the building permit and the fire clearance document for the garage alterations. A deficiency is being cited based on LPA observations, interviews, and records review conducted in accordance with the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, see LIC809D. An exit interview was conducted, and the Plan of Correction was reviewed with the DSP. A copy of this report and appeal rights were discussed and left with the DSP, Luisa Regala, whose signature on this form confirms receipt of these documents.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 10, 2025
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR 87305(a) · Plan of correction due date: Jan 17, 2025
87305 Alterations to Existing Building or New Facilities (a) Prior to construction or alterations, all facilities shall obtain a building permit. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, records review, and interview conducted, the licensee did not ensure to get permit/fire clearance for (1) garage alteration by constructing (2) units in the garage, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in carethe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 10, 2025
Plan of correction: The Licensee will submit the evidence of building permit or fire clearance for the garage alteration. If neither is obtained, the Licensee will demolish (2) units from the garage and submit photographic evidence to CCLD by 01/17/2025.
May 16, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Manuel Monter conducted an unannounced annual inspection visit, and met with staff S1, Victoria Regala, Administrative Designee. During the visit, LPA observed 6 residents and 2 staff. LPA toured the facility inside out with S1 which included the Living room, kitchen, dining room, 3 restrooms and 6 residents bedrooms. The front yard and backyard were inspected. There was no obstruction to block the walkways. While touring the garage, LPA observed two rooms inside the garage. LPA asked S1 if LPA could enter. S1 stated the staff inside, S2, was "napping". Inside the first room in the garage, LPA observed a black couch with a pillow and blanket. LPA observed S2's medication bottles on the dresser counter as well. S1 stated S2 naps in there because he/she is the night shift staff. LPA also inspected the other room in the garage, which Staff S3 was using, had a bed with pillows and a blanket. (Photographs were taken.) LPA interviewed Staff S2 and S3. Both staff interviewed stated they sleep in the garage and work the night shift from 10pm-7am. Two-day perishable food supplies and seven day nonperishable food supplies were observed. LPA observed the medication storage area, knives storage area, and cleaning product storage area as locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Room temperature was at 75 degrees F, and hot water temperature was measured at 116 degrees F in both resident bathrooms. PAGE 1 OUT OF 2 Fire extinguisher was serviced in April 30, 2024. The facility was equipped with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Smoke detectors was tested by S1, and were functional. LPA observed facility first aid kit and facility fire/earthquake drill log. The facility's last drill was on May 2024. LPA requested to review the drill conducted in 2023. S1 stated that information is in the Los Altos care home and the facility ADM would return by tomorrow. LPA reviewed facility records for 3 residents. While reviewing residents R1 and R2's file, LPA discovered both had empty pre-admission appraisal forms. LPA asked S1 if they had completed them. S1 stated they did not have the forms filled out for R1 and R2 pre-admission appraisal. LPA reviewed 3 resident medications and centrally stored medication records. LPA conducted interviews with 2 residents. LPA reviewed 3 staff files. LPA requested to review staff training records. S1 stated the training records were in the Los Altos facility. S1 stated the training had been completed, but the records were not available. By the end of the visit, S1 was unable to provide copies of staff training or documents stating disaster drills had been conducted in 2023. Deficiencies are being cited during today's visit. This report was reviewed with staff S1, Victoria Regala and a copy of the signed report was provided. Appeal rights were provided. PAGE 2 OUT OF 2 END OF REPORT.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 16, 2024
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Carr, Theresa, licensed since 2003, operates 2 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.
- Hidden Lane Villa · Los Altos
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