Verona Court XI

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On December 2, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Garlli Tat conducted an unannounced visit to the facility for the purpose of a required annual inspection. LPA explained the purpose for the visit and was greeted and granted entry by staff on duty. During the visit, staff on duty contacted the facility administrator (AD) Julie Gorordo about the visit. For this visit, there are two staff members on duty, both of which are background cleared and associated. AD later arrived to assist with the inspection. The PUB475 ‘See Something, Say Something’ poster was observed to be located in the hallway. LPA observed the Administrator's Certificate for Julie Gorordo, which expires on June 17, 2027. The facility is a Residential Care facility for the Elderly (RCFE) licensed for six residents, six of which may be non-ambulatory, none of which may be bedridden, and a hospice waiver for six. LPA toured the interior and exterior portions of the facility with AD. For this visit, there are a total of four non-ambulatory residents in care, one of which is on hospice, and none are bedridden. The facility is a single story home. There are a total of eight bedrooms, six of which are private resident bedrooms, and two bedrooms are for staff. LPA toured each bedroom with the AD and observed that bedrooms were provided with furniture in good repair, clean linens, adequate storage space, and free of any hazards. LPA observed the staff bedrooms are kept locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors as well as auditory exit alarms were tested and operational. There are a total of six bathrooms, three half baths and 3 full baths. Continued on LIC 809-C Bathrooms were observed to be in good repair, toilets and faucets were operational and showers were equipped with grab bars and non-skid floor mats. Water temperature in the bathroom was measured to be 109.4 degrees Fahrenheit. Facility met the minimum two-day perishable and seven-day non-perishable food supplies. Sharp items and knives were locked in a kitchen cabinet, inaccessible to residents in care. Fire extinguisher was charged, mounted and located in the kitchen. Fire extinguisher was dated and tagged on November 4, 2025. LPA observed the emergency disaster and evacuation plan, which is posted in the hallway. LPA observed the facility conducted their last emergency disaster drill on December 1, 2025. Facility had back-up emergency food and water supplies located in the garage and hallway cabinet. LPA observed that the First Aid kit had all the required components. Medications were observed to be locked in a medication cabinet in the hallway, inaccessible to residents in care. Chemicals were observed to be locked underneath the kitchen sink and the garage. LPA observed the door leading to the attached two car garage is kept locked and inaccessible to residents in care. The garage is used for storage and laundry. For the exterior portion, LPA observed patio furniture under shading, and the grounds were free of any hazards or obstructions. There are two self-latching gates in the backyard that can be opened in case of an emergency. No bodies of water were observed. During this visit, four resident files and three staff files were reviewed. All staff are background cleared and associated with the facility. LPA reviewed residents’ medication and medication records and two resident interviews were conducted. Based on today's observations, there are no deficiencies being cited per Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted with Julie Gorordo. This report was reviewed with the administrator and a copy was provided at the end of the visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 2, 2025

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Joseph Alejandre made an unannounced visit to conduct the required annual inspection. LPA met with Assistant Administrator Julie Gorordo and Administrator Arda Kardjian and explained the reason for the visit. Arda Kardjian Administrator's certificate expires on September 19, 2025. The facility is licensed for 6 non-ambulatory residents with a hospice waiver for 6. LPA and Administrators toured the facility. The facility is a single story home with 8 bedrooms, 2 for staff and 6 for residents, 6 bathrooms, kitchen, living room, dining room and a two car garage. LPA observed the See Something, Say Something poster (PUB 475) posted next to the entrance. LPA observed the requires facility postings posted in the hallway. LPA observed all the resident rooms had the required furnishings. Smoke detectors/carbon monoxide detectors tested operational. LPA observed all bathrooms are clean and operational. Hot water in all bathrooms measured between 108.5 and 109,9 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed the kitchen is clean and organized. LPA observed a 2 day perishable and a 7 day non-perishable food supply on hand in the kitchen. LPA observed the 5 burner gas stove lights unassisted. The fire extinguisher in the kitchen is fully charged. LPA observed the knives are kept locked in a kitchen drawer. LPA observed the cleaning supplies are kept locked under the kitchen sink. The garage is kept locked and used for storage. No obstacles or hazards observed in the facility. LPA and Administrators toured the backyard. No bodies of water observed. There is a table with chairs and an umbrella to sit outside. Both exit gates are operational. No obstacles or hazards observed in the backyard. LPA inspected the garage. . LPA observed the medication is kept locked in cabinet in the hallway. LPA inspected the first aid kit. The first aid kit has all the required elements. The last emergency drill took place on December 9, 2024. LPA reviewed 2 staff files, both staff are background cleared and associated to the facility. No discrepancies observed in the staff files. LPA reviewed 6 resident files and medications, no discrepancies observed. Facility has a dedicated internet device for resident use. No deficiencies are being cited as a result of this visit. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of the report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 11, 2024