Eaton Place
RCFE
A Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) is a non-medical residential care home licensed by California CDSS under Health & Safety Code §1560. Residents receive assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, meals, and medication management in a home-like setting. RCFEs are not hospitals or skilled nursing facilities — they do not provide round-the-clock medical care.
20 Eaton Court · Alamo, 94507
Quick facts
Quality snapshot
Updated April 25, 2026Compared to 214 California RCFE facilities of similar size, over the last 36 months.
Source: California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. View raw inspection records →
Quality grade· click to show how this was calculated
Severity55thWeighted citations per bed
Repeats100thRepeat deficiencies as share of total
Frequency57thDeficiencies per inspection
Tick mark at 50% = peer median · higher percentile = better facility
Quality grade· click to show how this was calculated
Weighted citations per bed
Repeat deficiencies as share of total
Deficiencies per inspection
Tick mark at 50% = peer median · higher percentile = better facility
Eaton Place scores B. Better than 71% of comparable California RESIDENTIAL CARE ELDERLY facilities. Severity: 55th percentile. Repeats: top 0%. Frequency: 57th percentile.
Each metric is converted to a 0–100 percentile within the peer set (higher = better). The composite grade averages all four. Peer set: CA / rcfe_general / small beds (214 facilities).
Citation severity over time
↓ improvingWeighted severity score per month · 24 months
Weighted score (24mo)
10
Last citation
May 24
Finding distribution
1 total · 36 monthsScope × Severity (CMS A–L)
The rules that apply to this facility
California Title 22 requirements for this facility, with the specific regulation and a suggested question for each.Rules this facility has been cited for are shown first.
What training are all staff required to complete?Cited May 202422 CCR §87411
All direct-care staff must complete:
- 10 hours initial training within the first four weeks of employment.
- 4 hours annual in-service every year thereafter.
- Administrator certificate from a CDSS-approved program — 80 hours for first-time, 40 hours renewal every 2 years.
Ask on tour: Ask when the last staff training was completed and how it's tracked.
How many staff must be on duty overnight?22 CCR §87415
Based on 6 licensed beds:
One qualified staff member must be on call and physically on premises at all times overnight.
Violation pattern to watch for:A facility that documents a staff member as "on call" but with that person physically off-site — when the law requires on-premises presence — is in violation of this section.
Ask on tour: Ask the facility to walk you through their overnight staffing plan and confirm whether on-call staff are on premises or off-site.
What health conditions can this facility legally accept or refuse?22 CCR §87612–87615
Restricted — allowed with physician order + care plan
- Supplemental oxygen
- Insulin and injectable medications
- Indwelling or intermittent catheters
- Colostomy / ileostomy
- Stage 1 and Stage 2 pressure injuries
- Wound care (non-complex)
- Incontinence
- Contractures
Prohibited — facility must refuse or discharge
- Stage 3 or Stage 4 pressure injuries
- Feeding tubes (PEG, NG, or J-tube)
- Tracheostomies
- Active MRSA or communicable infections requiring isolation
- 24-hour skilled nursing needs
- Total ADL dependence with inability to communicate needs
A hospice waiver (HSC §1569.73) can allow continued care for residents on hospice who would otherwise fall into a prohibited category.
Ask on tour: Ask whether your loved one's specific care needs are restricted or prohibited, and what the facility's process is if needs change after admission.
What must this facility report to the state — and how fast?22 CCR §87211 / WIC §15630
- ImmediateElopement, fire, epidemic outbreak, or poisoningImmediately
- 2 hoursAbuse with serious bodily injury2-hour phone report + 2-hour written report — to the California Department of Social Services (CDSS), Adult Protective Services, and law enforcement
- 24 hrsAbuse without serious bodily injuryWithin 24 hours
- Next dayDeath of a residentPhone by next working day; written within 7 days
- Next dayInjury requiring medical treatment beyond first aidPhone by next working day; written within 7 days
- WrittenBankruptcy, foreclosure, eviction, or utility shutoff noticeWritten notice to CDSS and residents — $100/day penalty (max $2,000) for failure
Your enforcement lever:Incidents that aren't reported on time are themselves a separate violation. If you believe a reportable event wasn't filed, you can submit a complaint directly to the California Department of Social Services (CDSS).
How does CDSS enforce these rules?22 CCR §87755–87777 / HSC §1569.58
- 1Notice of DeficiencyWritten citation with a correction deadline. Facility must submit a Plan of Correction.
- 2Civil PenaltyStarts at $50/day for non-serious; $150/day for serious deficiencies — immediately, with no grace period. Repeats escalate to $150 first day + $50/day, then $1,000 first day + $100/day.
- 3Suspension of AdmissionsFacility cannot accept new residents until violations are corrected.
- 4Temporary Suspension or RevocationEmergency suspension for imminent danger; full revocation after administrative hearing.
- 5Exclusion OrderAdministrator and operator can be barred from all CDSS-licensed facilities — not just this one.
See how these rules have been applied to this specific facility:
View state inspection record and citationsState records
California Dept. of Social Services · Community Care Licensing- License number
- 079200406
- License type
- RESIDENTIAL CARE ELDERLY
- License status
- LICENSED
- License expires
- Not yet indexed
- Licensed beds
- 6
- Operator
- Bl Homes, Inc.
Inspections & citations
3
reports on file
2
total deficiencies
1
Type A (actual harm)
1
dementia-care citations
InspectionMay 8, 2025No deficiencies
Plain-language summary
On May 8, 2025, the state conducted a routine annual inspection of the facility and found no violations. The inspector checked the building, safety equipment, food and medication storage, resident records, and staff qualifications, and everything met requirements.
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On 5/8/2025 at 9:00 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) A. Gomez arrived unannounced to conduct 1-Year Annual Required inspection. LPA met with Administrator, Anabelle Galera and explained the purpose of the visit. The facility’s fire clearance was approved for 6 Non-Ambulatory of which 2 may be bedridden. LPA toured facility with Administrator including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common area and backyard. The facility consists of 8 total bedrooms which 6 bedrooms are occupied by the residents and 2 bedroom is occupied by staff. All outdoor and indoor passageways are kept free of obstruction. There are no bodies of water observed. A comfortable temperature is maintained at 72 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed lighting in all rooms are adequate for the comfort and safety of the residents. The hot water temperature in random rooms was measured at 107.0 & 106.6 degrees Fahrenheit. Residents’ bathrooms are equipped with grab bars. There is a minimum of one week supply of nonperishable and 2-day of perishable foods. Centrally stored medication and sharps were locked and inaccessible to residents. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detector were in operating condition during visit. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on 10/03/2024. Emergency Disaster Plan was last posted on 5/31/2024. First aid kit was observed to be complete. Emergency disaster drill was last conducted on 4/3/2025. LPA reviewed 6 of 6 residents records. LPA reviewed 4 staff records and 4 of 4 have current first aid training and are associated to the facility. No deficiencies cited during visit. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided.
InspectionMay 31, 2024Type A1 deficiency
Inspector: Alona Gomez
Plain-language summary
During a routine annual inspection on May 31, 2024, inspectors found that medications and potentially dangerous items—including scissors, knives, cleaning supplies, and over-the-counter medications—were left unsecured in the kitchen and refrigerator where residents could access them. Staff immediately locked these items away during the visit. The facility otherwise met standards for safety, cleanliness, temperature, lighting, and staffing qualifications.
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On 5/31/2024 at 8:30 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) A. Gomez arrived unannounced to conduct 1-Year Annual Required inspection. LPA met with Administrator, Anabelle Galera and explained the purpose of the visit. The facility’s fire clearance was approved for 6 Non-Ambulatory of which 2 may be bedridden. LPA toured facility with Administrator including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common area and backyard. The facility consists of 8 total bedrooms which 5 bedrooms are occupied by the residents and 2 bedroom is occupied by staff. All outdoor and indoor passageways are kept free of obstruction. There are no bodies of water observed. A comfortable temperature is maintained at 74 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed lighting in all rooms are adequate for the comfort and safety of the residents. The hot water temperature in rooms 6 & 4 was measured at 106.3 & 107.3 degrees Fahrenheit. Residents’ bathrooms are equipped with grab bars. There is a minimum of one week supply of nonperishable and 2-day of perishable foods. Centrally stored medication and sharps were not locked and inaccessible to residents. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detector were in operating condition during visit. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on 10/03/2023. Emergency Disaster Plan was last posted on 5/31/2024. First aid kit was observed to be complete. Emergency disaster drill was last conducted on 4/30/2024. At 9:00 AM, LPA reviewed 5 of 5 residents records. At 9:30 AM LPA reviewed 4 staff records and 4 of 4 have current first aid training and are associated to the facility. At 10:45AM, LPA reviewed a sample of resident’s medications. Report continues on LIC809-C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 THE FOLLOWING DEFICIENCIES WERE OBSERVED DURING VISIT: At 10:11am during tour LPA observed unlocked scissors in the kitchen cabinet. Robitussin, Gabapentin, Guaifenesin, and NyQuil were obserbed unsecured in refrigerator on right door shelf. Under kitchen sink was also unlocked with a variety of Knives, sharps, and cleaning supplies available. Staff locked away all items that posed a risk. Updated copies of the following document were requested for facility file and are to be submitted to CCL by 6/21/2024: LIC 500 Personnel Report The following deficiencies were observed (see LIC 809D) and cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22 Failure to correct deficiencies by POC date may result in additional Civil Penalties. Exit interview conducted. Appeal Rights and a copy of this report provided.
Regulation
(f) The following shall be stored inaccessible to residents with dementia:
Inspector finding
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in having sharps, medicines, and chemicals assessable which poses an immediate health and safety risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 05/31/2024 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Staff locked away all items that posed a risk.
InspectionJuly 21, 2022Type B1 deficiency
Inspector: Lizette Francisco
Plain-language summary
This was a routine infection control inspection on July 21, 2022. The facility met infection control requirements, including proper screening at entry, hand washing stations, daily disinfection of common surfaces, and adequate supplies of protective equipment and cleaning supplies; however, one of four staff members reviewed did not have required health screening and TB test documentation on file. The facility was asked to submit updated administrative and emergency planning documents by July 25, 2022.
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On 7/21/2022 at 12:00 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) L. Francisco arrived unannounced to conduct Infection Control Inspection. Upon arrival, LPA was greeted by Care Staff, Brenda Brigas. Administrators, Anabelle Galera and Rudolph Galera later arrived at 12:45 PM. During the Infection Control Inspection, LPA toured facility with Care Staff including but not limited to front entrance, screening station, hand washing stations, bedrooms, common areas, kitchen and backyard. Facility has a sufficient 2-day perishable and one week non-perishable food supply. There is one central entry point for universal screening for staff, residents and visitors. A sign-in policy, thermometer and hand sanitizer were observed at screening station. Common touched surfaces are disinfected at least once daily. Bathrooms are equipped with liquid soap, paper towel and trash bin. Facility has a 30-day supply of PPEs maintained at central location and easily accessible for staff. At 1:30 PM, LPA reviewed a sample of 4 staff records and 3 of 4 have health screening and TB test on file. Facility has a mitigation plan on file. REPORT CONTINUES ON 809C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 Updated copies of the following documents were requested for facility file and are to be submitted to CCL by 7/25/2022 LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility LIC 309 Administrative Organization LIC 500 Personnel Report LIC 610E Emergency Disaster Plan Liability Insurance Current Administrator’s Certificate The following deficiency was observed (see LIC 809D) and cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22. Failure to correct deficiencies by POC date may result in additional Civil Penalties. Exit interview conducted. Appeal Rights and a copy of this report provided.
Regulation
87411 Personnel Requirements - General (f) All personnel, including the licensee and administrator, shall be in good health, and physically and mentally capable of performing assigned tasks. Good physical health shall be verified by a health screening, including a chest x-ray or an intradermal test, performed by a physician not more than six (6)…
Inspector finding
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed S1 does not have health screening and TB test results on file which poses a potential health and safety risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 07/29/2022 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Administrator agrees to submit a copy of S1's health screening and TB test result to CCL by POC date.
Federal summary
CMS Care CompareNot a CMS-certified facility
California RCFEs (residential care facilities for the elderly) are licensed by the state, not by CMS. CMS data only applies to skilled nursing facilities or to CCRCs that operate a licensed SNF wing.
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