Sunset House

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 06/04/2026 at approximately 09:20AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ali Deniz arrived unannounced to conduct 1-Year Required visit of this licensed Residential Care Facility for Elderly (RCFE) and was greeted by Licensee/Administrator, Douglas Cattich. Upon arrival, LPA was informed that there were eight (8) residents in care and two (2) staff members on-site. The facility’s Fire Clearance has been approved for capacity of nine (9) non-ambulatory residents. Facility is a single-story building with nine (9) bedrooms and common spaces. At approximately 10:00AM, LPA reviewed the Facility's Staff Roster and found that all staff on-site were background cleared and associated to the facility per regulation. At approximately 10:30 AM, the LPA and Licensee/Administrator conducted a tour of the building and grounds, which were observed to be clean and in good repair. LPA observed all walkways and exits to be unobstructed. All notices that are required to be posted have been posted. The amount of fresh and nonperishable foods is within regulation. Facility kitchen, refrigerators and freezers were clean, and food was stored properly. Toxins are stored in a locked, secure, and inaccessible to residents. LPA observed sharp items such as knifes used for food preparation were stored with rusted items (Technical Violation Given). Water temperature measured 106.6 degrees F and 107.8 degrees F which is within regulation between 105- and 120-degrees F at faucets accessible to clients. Fire Extinguishers found to be last charged on June 26, 2025, at the time of visit. Carbon Monoxide and smoke detectors were present. There was enough lighting in all common areas, resident rooms, and hallways. Medication is centrally stored and secure. LPA reviewed the facility emergency disaster plan. Facility has supplies enough to operate for more than 72 hours in an emergency. Facility conducted and documented a disaster drill on 04/02/2026. Continued on LIC809-C... Continued from LIC809 page... At approximately 11:35PM, LPA reviewed six (6) resident records and found that the residents has current care plans, signed admission agreements, and physician's report on file. Medication records are thorough and contained physician's orders for each client. LPA also reviewed four (4) staff records and found all records did contain documentation of completed training records as required. Evidence of current first aid and CPR training were current. LPA was presented with proof of current CPR & 1st Aid certification for the staff. Administrator Certificate is for Douglas Cattich # 7002018740 expired on 8/11/2025 (See LIC809-D page). Updated copies of the following documents were obtained during the visit: LIC 308 Designation of Facility Responsibilities LIC 500 Personnel Summary LIC 9020 Register of Facility Client’s/Resident’s Updated copies of the following documents were requested for facility file and are to be submitted to CCL by due date of 06/15/2026: LIC 610 Emergency Disaster Plan (Last Page) Copy/Proof of Updated Certificate of Liability Insurance Deficiencies are cited from the California Code of Regulations (CCRs), and/or the Health and Safety Code. Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment. Exit interview conducted. Copy of report, LIC809D, Plan of Corrections, and Appeal Rights discussed and provided to Administrator. Signature on forms confirms receipt of documents.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 4, 2026

The state marks this report as 5 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 4. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

Type of visit: Case Management - Other

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Hansen arrived unannounced for the purpose of conducting a case management inspection and met with Licensee/Administrator Douglas Cattich. LPA observed 3 staff on duty with 8 residents in care. This case management inspection is to follow up on observations made during annual inspection on 7/22/2025. LPA toured the facility finding no observed health and safety hazards, home was clean, at a comfortable temperature and well-lit for residents’ safety. The facility was observed to have cable television and phone services, all utilities were observed to be on during the inspection. Staff were observed assisting residents with end of lunch and conducting activities of group singing and storytelling. During annual inspection facility’s backyard had been under construction for rebuilding of patio. Licensee indicated should be completed by end of summer. During today’s inspection LPA observed completed, cemented portion of backyard (see pics) and per Licensee, prepped, smaller area where in the spring turf will be installed. LPA also obtained 2 documents that were previously requested & informed by Licensee they will submitting one more document by 10/24/2025. No deficiencies cited during today's inspection.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 16, 2025

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

License Program Analyst (LPA) Hansen arrived unannounced to conduct an Annual Required – 1 yr. visit of the facility. LPA was welcomed by Licensee/Administrator Doug Cattich. Facility is a single story 9 bedroom (1 staff & 1 double) RCFE that has a fire clearance for 9 Nonambulatory residents, of which 1 may be bedridden. There is currently a total of 7 residents, 5 with a dementia diagnosis and no currently under Hospice services. LPA toured the facility on 7/22/2025 at 8:45 AM with Licensee/Administrator Doug Cattich; facility was found to be clean and at a comfortable temperature with all exits free from obstruction. Exits were equipped with auditory devices, and doors were activated at the time of the visit. Hot water temperature measured between 107.2 degrees F and 114.4 degrees F within Title 22 acceptable regulation of 105 to 120 degrees F in 5 of 5 resident’s bathrooms while touring facility on 7/22/2025 at 9:10 AM. The facility serves residents with dementia and has a plan of operation for special care and programming. There was a sufficient supply of both perishable and nonperishable foods as required by Title 22 Regulations. Food stored in the kitchen refrigerator were properly stored as per regulations on this day at the time of the visit. Toxins are stored in a locked cabinet in the laundry room of the facility. Dangerous items are stored inaccessible to residents with dementia. There was a supply of cleaners, hygiene products and paper products available for residents. The bathrooms designated for residents at the facility were supplied with individual towels and hand soap dispensers. Bathrooms were equipped with necessary grab bars, although main bathroom where showers are given does not have slip-resistant mats, strips, or flooring in shower floor as required by Title 22 regulations. Facility was given TA during last years inspection for this issue on 7/25/2024 (see pics & LIC809-D). All bedrooms have lighting & appropriate furnishings. Receipt posted of pest control service, per Licensee monthly, last conducted 6/3/2025. Continued on LIC 809-C Continued from LIC809: Facility is missing 5 window screens that need to be replaced (see pics LIC809-D). A review of seven resident & five staff records as well as two resident’s medications was conducted. LPA reviewed resident’s files at 10:00 AM on 7/22/2025 and learned that 7 of 7 residents have an updated reappraisal/needs & care plan, TB and physician’s assessments on file as required by Title 22 Regulation. At approximately 11:15 AM LPA reviewed a sample of staff records and learned that all facility staff present and other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record clearances or exemptions. In addition, Direct care staff at the facility have received the additional training required. LPA was presented with proof of CPR & 1st Aid certification for staff that files were reviewed. Doug Cattich Administrator Certificate # 7002018740 expires on 8/11/2025. Medications were centrally stored in two locked cabinets in the facility kitchen. At approximately 12:00pm LPA conducted sample review of 2 out of 2 residents medications, which were found to be given according to physicians’ directions on 7/22/2025. However, residents medications have been 24 hour pre-poured and new regulation 87465(h)(5) states No medications shall be transferred between containers. (see LIC 9102 Advisory Notes) Centrally Stored Medication Record (CSMR) of 2 out of 2 residents were found to be complete and accurate. In addition. Fire Extinguisher was found to be last charged on 6/26/2025 at the time of the visit. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were found to be operational during the visit. Fire sprinkler inspection conducted 7/2025 indicated several deficiencies for gauge on sprinkler riser expired, bell sign faded, spare head box needs replacement quick response heads older than 20 yrs require UL testing prior to replacing new heads, and other items that require action to ensure continued safety and functionality of the fire sprinkler system. LPA requesting update once corrected. Disaster Drills have been conducted quarterly with the last one being conducted on 6/10/2025. Facility has portable generator in case of emergency & power goes out. Facility’s backyard has been under construction for the last month due to rebuilding of patio (see pics) and per Licensee should be completed by end of summer. LPA discussed plan of keeping residents safe from the rusted wire sticking up from the ground until cement is poured and construction complete. Continue LIC809-C2 Continued from LIC809C: Appeal of Rights Given. The following deficiencies were observed (see LIC 809D) and cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6 of California Regulation. Failure to correct the deficiency and/or repeat deficiencies within a 12 month period may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted and appeal of rights provided. LPA Hansen is requesting Licensee to update and submit the following documents by 8/8/2025 to CCL/SRRO: LIC 308 Designation of Facility Responsibility LIC 500 Personnel Record LIC 610 Emergency Disaster Plan (if changes) LIC 9020 Residents Roster Copy of Administrator Certificate Proof of Liability Insurance Proof of corrections to Fire Sprinkler System (due 8/15/2025)the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 22, 2025

The state marks this report as 6 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 5. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Christi Coppo arrived unannounced to conduct a required Annual inspection and was greeted by Licensee Douglas Cattich. Facility contact information was reviewed. At approximately 2:00pm LPA and licensee toured the building and grounds. The facility was found to be at a comfortable temperature. Half bath in room #3 has leaking faucet. Sink does not have vanity to cover plumbing, underneath the sink faucet there was a trash can to collect the water from leaking . The underside of the faucet was covered entirely in black substance. Room #5 had clogged toilet and feces on the floor on top of towel around bottom of toilet. Main bath next to room #3 has black substance around the bottom perimeter of the inside of the shower and brown film covering shower curtain, especially on bottom edge. Very dim light in bathroom so LPA could not confirm if black substance was covering exposed particle board or covering the entire surface of tile. Also, main bath does not have an exhaust fan. LPA discussed with licensee it may mitigate black substance growth and brown film growth if the bathroom had a method by which it could be ventilated (deficiency cited, see 809D). LPA observed at least a 2 day supply of perishable and 7 day supply of non-perishable food. Food was found to be stored in a safe manner with open items covered. Kitchen cabinet containing cleaning supplies was locked. Kitchen drawer with sharp knives locked. Kitchen drawer had rodent dropping present (deficiency cited, see 809D). All bedrooms were equipped with lighting, night stand, and chest of drawers. All bedrooms were clean and in good repair. Extra hygiene products and linens were available. Resident bathroom had required grab bar but missing non-skid mat. Water temperature in sink accessible to residents in care measured at 108.3 degrees F which is within the allowable range of 105 to 120 degrees F. Continued on 809C... Continued from 809... Fire extinguishers were last inspected 4/30/2024. Smoke/Carbon Monoxide detectors located throughout the facility were operational. Facility’s last quarterly disaster drill was 4/20/2024. Facility has a backup generator for use during a power outage. At approximately 3:00pm LPA conducted a review of 9 resident records. At approximately 3:30pm LPA conducted review of 5 staff records. All required documentation present. At approximately 4:00pm LPA and licensee conducted a spot check of medication and medication records. Medication is centrally stored in a locked cabinet. No deficiencies Douglas Cattich Administrator Certificate 7002018740 expires 8/12/2025. All fees are current as of this time. LPA and Administrator discussed facility's Infection Control Plan and Emergency Disaster plan. No new updates. Updated copies of the following documents were requested for facility file and are to be submitted to CCL within 30 days of this visit: LIC500- Personnel Report LIC308- Designation of Responsibility Liability Insurance Bacterial Water analysis Deficiencies cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6 of California Regulation and the Health and Safety Code. Appeal rights given and discussed with licensee. Failure to correct the deficiency and/or repeat deficiencies within a 12 month period may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted with licensee and a copy of this report was given.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 25, 2024

The state marks this report as 5 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 3. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.