New Rivershore Care Home
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.
23 Steele Court · Bay Point, 94565
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
Severity12thWeighted citations per bed
Repeats100thRepeat deficiencies as share of total
Frequency3thDeficiencies 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
New Rivershore Care Home scores D. Better than 38% of comparable California RESIDENTIAL CARE ELDERLY facilities. Severity: bottom 12%. Repeats: top 0%. Frequency: bottom 3%.
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)
31
Last citation
May 25
Finding distribution
15 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 202322 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.
What must this facility report to the state — and how fast?Cited Jun 202222 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 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.
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
- 075600075
- License type
- RESIDENTIAL CARE ELDERLY
- License status
- LICENSED
- License expires
- Not yet indexed
- Licensed beds
- 6
- Operator
- Balancio, Aurora
Inspections & citations
8
reports on file
24
total deficiencies
7
Type A (actual harm)
4
dementia-care citations
InspectionMay 27, 2025Type A7 deficiencies
Plain-language summary
On May 27, 2025, inspectors conducted a routine annual inspection and found multiple deficiencies: three of four resident files were incomplete with missing hospice care plans, two of three staff files lacked required training records, the refrigerator and food storage areas were unsanitary, cleaning chemicals were stored in an unlocked bathroom cabinet, and the master bedroom was missing window and door screens. The facility was also cited for equipment and items stored in the backyard that created safety hazards.
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On 05/27/2025 at 3:25 PM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Y. Brown and L. Hall conducted an unannounced 1-Year Required inspection. LPAs met with Administrator, Aurora Balancio and explained the purpose of the visit. The Administrator certificate #7000305740 and expires on 03/26/2027. The facility’s fire clearance was approved for six (6) non-ambulatory residents. LPAs toured the facility with Administrator including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common area, garage and backyard. The facility consists of three (3) bedrooms and one and one-half (1-1/2) bathrooms. No bodies of water was observed. A comfortable temperature is maintained at 81 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed lighting in all rooms are adequate for the comfort and safety of the residents. The hot water temperature in the residents’ shared bathroom was measured at 121.5 degrees Fahrenheit. Residents’ bathrooms are equipped with grab bars and non skid mats. There is a minimum of 7-day supply of non-perishable and 2-day of perishable foods. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were in operating condition during visit. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on 05/19/2025. Emergency Disaster Plan was last posted on 05/01/2025. First aid kit was observed to be complete. Fire drill was last conducted on 03/4/2024. Continued on LIC809. 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 Continued from LIC809. LPAs reviewed four (4) resident files and 3 out of 4 resident files were incomplete. LPAs reviewed (3) staff files and 2 out of 3 staff did not have any training records. LPA observed the following deficiencies: At 3:42 PM, LPAs observed during record review that R1, R2, and R3 files were incomplete. At 3:47 PM, LPAs observed during record review that R1 and R2 had missing Hospice care plans. At 4:06 PM, LPAs observed during record review that S1, S2, and S3 had missing required training. At 4:21 PM, LPAs observed refrigerator, freezer, and cabinet that contained can and dry goods was unsanitary. At 4:26PM, LPAs observed four (4) trimmers, a bicycle, a treadmill, a shovel, a stationary bicycle, a weight bench, wire plant trellis', and motor scooter in back yard. At 4:27 PM, LPAs observed the master bedroom was missing screens on the patio door and bathroom window. At 4:33 PM, LPAs observed 2 (two) bottles of 409 Multi-surface disinfectant cleaner, 1 (one) Pine cleaner, 2 (two) bottles of bleach Clorox disinfectant, 1 (one) Lysol disinfectant and air freshener in the unlocked bathroom cabinet. LPA requested the following documents to be submitted to CCLD by 06/03/2025. LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility LIC 500 Personnel Report LIC 610E Emergency Disaster Plan (Last page) Liability Insurance Continue to LIC809C 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 Continued from LIC 809C Deficiencies are cited from Title 22 California Code of Regulations (see 809D). Failure to submit proof of corrections by plan of correction due date, and any repeat violations within 12-month period may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted. A copy of appeal rights and this report provided.
Regulation
(a) Except as specified in subsection (b), the licensee shall ensure that disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisonous substances, knives, matches, tools, sharp objects, and other similar items which could pose a danger to residents are in locked storage and are not left unattended if outside the locked storage.
Inspector finding
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that disinfectants and cleaners were in unlocked bathroom cabinet which poses an immediate safety risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 05/28/2025 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 The Administrator agrees to make disinfectants and cleaners inaccessible to residents and submit photo to CCLD by POC date. Administrator locked cabinet containing disinfectants and cleaners. Deficinecy cleared during visit.
Regulation
(2) In addition to paragraph (1), training requirements shall also include an additional 20 hours annually, eight hours of which shall be dementia care training, as required by subdivision (a) of Section 1569.626, and four hours of which shall be specific to postural supports, restricted health conditions, and hospice care, as required by subdivisi…
Inspector finding
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in which the required 20 hours of annual training was missing from 2 (two) staff files which poses a potential safety risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 06/03/2025 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 The Administrator agreed to obtain and complete training for S2 and S3, and submit certificates to CCLD by POC date.
Regulation
(b) A current and complete hospice care plan shall be maintained in the facility for each hospice resident and include the following:
Inspector finding
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in having hospice are plans for R2 and R3 which poses a potential health and safety risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 06/03/2025 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Administrator agreed to obtain a hospice care plan for R2, R3, and submit a copy to CCLD by POC date.
Regulation
(a) The licensee shall ensure that a separate, complete, and current record is maintained for each resident in the facility or in a central administrative location readily available to facility staff and to licensing agency staff.
Inspector finding
Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in having complete and current records for R1, R2, and R3 which poses a potential health and safety risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 06/03/2025 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Administrator agreed to complete records and submit self-certification to CCLD by POC date that the records have been completed.
Regulation
(b) The following food service requirements shall apply: (21) Freezers of adequate size shall be maintained at a temperature of 0 degrees F (-17.7 degrees C), and refrigerators of adequate size shall maintain a maximum temperature of 40 degrees F (4 degrees C). They shall be kept clean and food stored to enable adequate air circulation to maintain…
Inspector finding
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in having the refrigerator and freezer sanitary which poses a potential health risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 06/03/2025 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Administrator agreed to clean out freezer and refrigerator and submit photos to CCLD by POC date.
Regulation
(c) The following space and safety provisions shall apply to all facilities (6) All outdoor and indoor passageways and stairways shall be kept free of obstruction.
Inspector finding
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in having outdoor passageways free of obstruction which poses a potential health and safety risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 06/03/2025 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Administrator agreed to remove all items in passageways and submit photos to CCLD by POC date.
Regulation
(c) All window screens shall be clean and maintained in good repair.
Inspector finding
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in having window screens in repair on patio and bathroom in master's bedroom which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 06/03/2025 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Administrator agreed to have patio and bathroom screen in master's bedroom repaired and submit photos to CCLD by POC date.
InspectionJune 15, 2024Type B1 deficiency
Inspector: Laura Hall
Plain-language summary
During a routine one-year inspection on June 15, 2024, the facility was found to have adequate heating, lighting, bathrooms with safety features, and working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. The inspector identified that two of three caregivers did not have first aid or CPR certification, which is required by state regulations. The facility was asked to submit documentation of corrections and proof that staff obtained the required certifications by May 24, 2024.
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On 6/15/2024 at 11:25am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) L. Hall conducted an unannounced 1-Year Required inspection. LPA met with Rochelle Balancio, Caregiver, and explained the purpose of the visit. Administrator, Aurora Balancio, arrived at 11:55am. The Administrator certificate #7000305740 3/26/2025. The facility’s fire clearance was approved for six (6) non-ambulatory residents. LPA toured the facility with Administrator including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common area, garage and backyard. The facility consists of three (3) bedrooms and one and one-half (1-1/2) bathrooms. No bodies of water was observed. A comfortable temperature is maintained at 76 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed lighting in all rooms are adequate for the comfort and safety of the residents. The hot water temperature in the residents’ shared bathroom was measured at 114.6 degrees Fahrenheit. Residents’ bathrooms are equipped with grab bars and non skid mats. There is a minimum of 7-day supply of non-perishable and 2-day of perishable foods. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were in operating condition during visit. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on 10/23/2023. Emergency Disaster Plan was last posted on 06/22/2022. First aid kit was observed to be complete. Fire drill was last conducted on 03/4/2024. Continued on LIC809. 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 Continued from LIC809. LPA reviewed three (3) staff files. Two (2) of three (3) staff did not have first aid or CPR. All five (5) residents' file were reviewed, current, and complete. LPA observed the following deficiencies: At 12:00pm, LPA observed during record review S1 and S3 did not have first aid or CPR certification. LPA requested the following documents to be submitted to CCLD by 5/24/2024. LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility LIC 309 Administrative Organization LIC 500 Personnel Report LIC 610E Emergency Disaster Plan (Last page) Liability Insurance Deficiency is cited from Title 22 California Code of Regulations (see 809D). Failure to submit proof of corrections by plan of correction due date, and any repeat violations within 12-month period may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted. A copy of appeal rights and this report provided.
Regulation
(c)The facility shall employ, and the administrator shall schedule, a sufficient number of staff members to do all of the following: (3) Ensure that at least one staff member who has cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training and first aid training is on duty and on the premises at all times. This paragraph shall not be construed to require staf…
Inspector finding
Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in having all staff with first aid certification which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 06/27/2024 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Administrator agreed to have all staff first aid certified and at least one (1) staff per shift CPR certified. Administrator will submit a copy of the certification to CCLD by POC date.
Other visitMay 22, 2023Type A7 deficiencies
Inspector: Laura Hall
Plain-language summary
During a routine annual inspection on May 22, 2023, inspectors found multiple safety and record-keeping problems: medications and hazardous items (scissors, lighter, propane cans) were stored unsecured or improperly in the kitchen and backyard; the refrigerator/freezer was unsanitary; none of the staff had first aid or CPR training; and four residents were missing required medical assessments and care plans. The facility's administrator certificate had also expired. The facility was given until May 30, 2023 to submit corrective documentation.
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On 5/22/2023 at 2:10PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) L. Hall conducted an unannounced 1-Year Required inspection. LPA met with Aurora Blancio, Administrator , and explained the purpose of the visit. The Administrator certificate is pending and expired 3/26/2023. The facility’s fire clearance was approved for six (6) non-ambulatory residents. LPA toured the facility with Administrator including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common area, garage and backyard. The facility consists of three (3) bedrooms and one and one-half (1-1/2) bathrooms. No bodies of water was observed. A comfortable temperature is maintained at 76 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed lighting in all rooms are adequate for the comfort and safety of the residents. The hot water temperature in the residents’ shared bathroom was measured at 113.0 degrees Fahrenheit. Residents’ bathrooms are equipped with grab bars. There is a minimum of 7-day supply of non-perishable and 2-day of perishable foods. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were in operating condition during visit. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on 06/20/2022. Emergency Disaster Plan was last posted on 06/22/2022. First aid kit was observed to be complete. Fire drill was last conducted on 01/5/2023. Continued on LIC809. 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 Continued from LIC809. LPAs reviewed three (3) staff files. All three (3) staff did not have first aid or CPR. All four (4) residents' file were reviewed. LPA observed the following deficiencies: At 2:22PM, LPAs observed refrigerator/freezer and freezer in garage is unsanitary. At 2:25PM, LPAs observed a pair os scissors, allergy medication, a lighter, a bottle of Tylenol, and mucous medication in unlocked kitchen drawer. At 2:30PM, LPAs observed 4 cans of propane, a mattress, a bed frame, a shovel, and a drawer plastic bin in backyard passageway. At 2:45PM, LPAs observed during record review R2 and R4 do not have an current medical assessment. At 2:45PM, LPAs observed during record review none of the residents have a current appraisal needs and services plan. At 3:05PM, LPAs observed during record review none of the staff have first-aid or CPR training. LPA requested the following documents to be submitted to CCLD by 5/30/2023. Resident Roster LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility LIC 309 Administrative Organization LIC 500 Personnel Report LIC 610E Emergency Disaster Plan (9 pages) Liability Insurance Continued on LIC809C. 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 Continued from LIC809C. Deficiencies are cited from Title 22 California Code of Regulations (see 809D). Failure to submit proof of corrections by plan of correction due dates, and any repeat violations within 12-month period may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted. A copy of appeal rights and this report provided.
Regulation
(f) The following shall be stored inaccessible to residents with dementia: (1) Knives, matches, firearms, tools and other items that could constitute a danger to the resident(s).
Inspector finding
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in having a pair of scissors and a lighter accessible to residents which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 05/23/2023 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Administrator agreed to make scissors and lighter inaccessible for residents and submit photo to CCLD by POC date.
Regulation
(f) The following shall be stored inaccessible to residents with dementia: (2) Over-the-counter medication, nutritional supplements or vitamins, alcohol, cigarettes, and toxic substances such as certain plants, gardening supplies, cleaning supplies and disinfectants.
Inspector finding
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in having medication accessible to residents which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 05/23/2023 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Administrator agreed to make all medication inaccessible for residents and submit photo to CCLD by POC date.
Regulation
(c) The facility shall employ, and the administrator shall schedule, a sufficient number of staff members to do all of the following: (3) Ensure that at least one staff member who has cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training and first aid training is on duty and on the premises at all times. This paragraph shall not be construed to require sta…
Inspector finding
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in having all staff with first-aid certification and at least 1 staff on duty with CPR which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 05/30/2023 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Administrator agreed to get all staff first-aid certified and to 1 staff on duty CPR certified and submit certifications to CCLD by POC date.
Regulation
(a) Prior to a person's acceptance as a resident, the licensee shall obtain and keep on file, documentation of a medical assessment, signed by a physician, made within the last year. The licensee shall be permitted to use the form LIC 602 (Rev. 9/89), Physician's Report, to obtain the medical assessment.
Inspector finding
Based on observation, interview, record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in having current medical assessment for R2 and R4 which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 06/05/2023 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Administrator agreed to get a current medical assessment for R2 and R4, and submit documents to CCLD by POC date.
Regulation
(c) The licensee shall arrange a meeting with the resident, the resident's representative, if any, appropriate facility staff, and a representative of the resident's home health agency, if any, when there is significant change in the resident's condition, or once every 12 months, whichever occurs first, as specified in Section 87467, Resident Parti…
Inspector finding
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in having a current appraisal needs and services plan for all residents which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 05/30/2023 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Administrator agreed to submit a current appraisal needs and services plan for each resident to CCLD by POC date.
Regulation
(b) The following food service requirements shall apply: (29) All equipment, fixed or mobile, and dishes, shall be kept clean and maintained in good repair and free of breaks, open seams, cracks or chips.
Inspector finding
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in having the refrigerator/freezer and freezer in garage clean which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 05/30/2023 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Administrator agreed to clean refrigerator/freezer and freezer in garage and submit photos to CCLD by POC date.
Regulation
(d) The following space and safety provisions shall apply to all facilities: (6) All outdoor and indoor passageways and stairways shall be kept free of obstruction.
Inspector finding
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in having the outdoor passageways free of obstruction which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 05/30/2023 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Administrator agreed to clear passagway and submit photo to CCLD by POC date.
Other visitJune 22, 2022Type B1 deficiency
Inspector: Laura Hall
Plain-language summary
During an unannounced visit in June 2022, inspectors found that the facility's plan of operation had not been updated since 1996 and did not include procedures for caring for residents with dementia, even though the facility had two residents with dementia diagnoses at that time. The facility was cited for this violation and notified that failure to correct it could result in civil penalties.
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On 6/22/2022 at 3:55PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) L. Hall conducted an unannounced Case Management visit regarding care of dementia residents LPA met with Aurora Balancio, Administrator, and explained the purpose of the visit. While conducting an annual inspection on 6/15/2022, LPA reviewed six (6) of six (6) residents’ files and observed two (2) residents had a diagnosis of dementia. LPA reviewed the facility’s file at Community Care Licensing (CCL) and observed the plan of operation, which has not been updated since 1996, did not include a plan to take care of dementia residents. The deficiency was observed (see LIC809D) and cited from the California Code of Regulation, Title 22. Failure to correct the deficiency may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted. A copy of appeal rights and this report provided.
Regulation
87208 (b) A licensee who advertises... dementia special care... or environments shall include additional information in the plan of operation as specified in Section 87706(a)(2). This requirement was not met as evidence by:
Inspector finding
Based on LPAs record review the Licensee did not comply with the section cited above in having a plan for dementia care, which poses a potential health and safety risk to persons in care.
InspectionJune 22, 2022No deficiencies
Inspector: Laura Hall
Plain-language summary
This was a follow-up visit on June 22, 2022, to check whether the facility had corrected problems found in an earlier inspection. The facility had failed to provide required documentation about a hospice waiver request and incident reports as ordered, though the administrator provided the incident reports during this visit. The state assessed a $600 civil penalty for the delayed documentation and warned that penalties would continue until the hospice waiver issue was corrected.
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On 6/22/2022, at 2:40PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) L. Hall arrived unannounced to conduct proof of correction (POC) visit. LPA met with Administrator, Aurora Balancio, and explained the purpose of the visit. Facility has the following deficiencies that was not cleared : 87455(b) LPA have not received documents to request a hospice waiver from Administrator after case management visit 6/15/2022 87211(a) LPA had not received documents as requested to report incidents from the Administrator after case management visit on 6/15/2022. Administrator gave LPA both incident reports during today's visit. Civil Penalties for 87455(b) assessed immediately. Civil Penalties in the total amount of $600.00 is assessed today for the period of 6/16/2022 to 6/22/2022 for failure to meet POC date for deficiency 87455(b). Facility is subject to ongoing civil penalties until deficiency is corrected. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report and appeal rights provided.
InspectionJune 15, 2022Type A4 deficiencies
Inspector: Laura Hall
Plain-language summary
During an unannounced infection control inspection on June 15, 2022, inspectors found multiple safety and documentation issues: a knife left on the kitchen counter, dirty laundry in a shower stall, equipment and trash stored in the backyard, and missing or incomplete medical records and consent forms for all residents reviewed. The facility's infection control setup was adequate with proper handwashing stations and signage, though several administrative forms needed to be updated and submitted to the state.
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On 6/15//2022 at 3:35PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) L. Hall arrived unannounced to conduct an Infection Control Inspection. LPA met with Aurora Balancio, Administrator , and explained the purpose of the visit. Upon entry, LPA temperature was not checked. LPA observed screening station that contained hand sanitizer and COVID signage. LPA toured facility including but not limited to common areas, bathrooms, bedrooms, kitchen, garage, and back yard. LPA observed cough etiquette and physical distancing posted in the common areas. All hand washing stations were equipped with soap, paper towel, and hand washing poster. Hot water temperature in the shared residents' bathroom was measured at 105.1 .degrees Fahrenheit. Fire extinguisher was serviced on 3/20/2021. During record review, LPA observed facility has a copy of Mitigation Plan on file. LPA observed food, PPE and paper supplies are sufficient. The following forms are to be updated and submitted to CCLD by 6/22/2022 : -LIC9020 Register of facility Clients/Residents -LIC308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility Continued on LIC809C 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 Continued from LIC809. -LIC610E Emergency Disaster Plan The following deficiencies were observed. -At 3:57PM, LPA observed a knife sitting on kitchen counter. -At 3:59PM, LPA observed a pile of dirty clothing sitting on a shower chair located in the shower stall in shared bathroom. -At 4:05PM, LPA observed a shovel, pruner, bags of clothing, 3 mattresses, 2 boxes of garbage, a wheelchair with clothing in seat, 2 ladders, bed railing, and a plastic 5-drawer bin in back yard. -At 4:50PM, LPA reviewed R1's file and did not observe an order for bed rails, incomplete physician's report, missing consent form, Identification and Emergency information, TB information, theft and loss, appraisal needs and services plan, and safeguard. -At 5:00PM, LPA reviewed R2's file. The file is missing consent form, theft and loss, appraisal needs and services plan 11/14/2018, physician's report 12/11/18, and safeguard. -At 5:10PM, LPA reviewed R3's file. The is missing Identification and emergency form, consent, physician's report 9/2018, and appraisal needs and services 9/26/18. -At 5:15PM, LPA reviewed R4's file physician's report 10/20/16 and appraisal needs and services 10/1/16. -At 5:20PM, LPA reviewed R5's file physician's report 10/13/2016 and appraisal needs and services 10/1/2016. Continued on LIC809C. 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 Continued from LIC809C. -At 5:25PM, LPA reviewed R6's file appraisal needs and services 6/7/2017, physician's report had no signature and file is missing safeguard and consent. The following deficiencies were observed (see LIC 809D) and cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22. Failure to correct deficiencies may result in Civil Penalties. Exit interview conducted. Appeal Rights and a copy of this report provided.
Regulation
87303 Maintenance and Operation (a) The facility shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times. Maintenance shall include provision of maintenance services and procedures for the safety and well-being of residents, employees and visitors.
Inspector finding
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in having clothing in shower, mattresses, railing, and bags of clothing in back yard which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 06/22/2022 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Administrator agreed to remove items and send a photo to CCLD by POC date. Administrator removed clothing during inspection. Administrator will removed items from backyard and submit photo to CCLD by…
Regulation
87506 Resident Records (a) The licensee shall ensure that a separate, complete, and current record is maintained for each resident in the facility or in a central administrative location readily available to facility staff and to licensing agency staff.
Inspector finding
Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in having 6 residents files complete which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 06/22/2022 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Administrator agreed to complete the files for all 6 residents and submit photo of missing and incomplete documents to CCLD by POC date.
Regulation
87608 Postural Supports (a) Based on the individual's preadmission appraisal, and subsequent changes to that appraisal, the facility shall provide assistance and care for the resident in those activities of daily living which the resident is unable to do for himself/herself. Postural supports may be used under the following conditions. (3) A writt…
Inspector finding
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in having a doctor's order for bed rails for R1 which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 06/22/2022 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Administrator agreed to obtain a doctor's order for R1's bed rails and submit a photo copy to CCLD by POC date.
Regulation
87705 Care of persons with dementia (f) The following shall be stored inaccessible to residents with dementia: (1) Knives, matches, firearms, tools and other items that could constitute a danger to the resident(s).
Inspector finding
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in having a knife and tools accessible which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 06/16/2022 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Adminsitrator agreed to make knife and tools inaccessible to residents and submit a photo to CCLD by POC date. Administrator locked knife in kitchen drawer and placed tools in locked cabinet in backyard during inspection. Deficiency cleared.,
InspectionJune 15, 2022Type A2 deficiencies
Inspector: Laura Hall
Plain-language summary
During an unannounced inspection on June 15, 2022, the facility was found to have accepted residents receiving hospice services without obtaining required waivers from the state beforehand, and staff had not reported that two residents had tested positive for COVID to the licensing agency. The facility was cited for these violations and informed that failure to correct them could result in civil penalties.
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On 6/15/2022 at 6:30PM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) L. Hall conducted an unannounced Case Management visit regarding a request of hospice services to CCLD on 6/10/2022. LPA met with Administrator, Aurora Balancio and explained the purpose of the visit. An email was received via email to LPA L. Hall on 6/10/2022, requesting a hospice waiver for one (1). LPA telephoned Staff 1 (S1) to request more documents and inquire on the resident that will be receiving hospice services. S1 stated that the resident has been receiving hospice services for two (2) weeks and the facility has another resident that has been receiving hospice services for two (2) months. S1 did not obtain a hospice care waiver for R1 or R2 from the Department before retaining residents at the facility. While LPA was conducting the annual inspection on 6/15/2022, LPA was informed that two (2) residents R3 and R4 had tested positive for COVID. S1 stated she did not report incident to CCLD. The deficiencies were observed (see LIC809D) and cited from the California Code of Regulation, Title 22. Failure to correct the deficiencies may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report and appeal rights provided.
Regulation
87211 (a) Each licensee shall furnish to the licensing agency such reports as the Department may require... (2) Occurrences, such as epidemic outbreaks...which threaten the welfare, safety or health of residents...This requirement was not met as evidence by:
Inspector finding
Based on LPAs record review and interview, licensee did not comply with the section cited above in reporting to COVID residents to CCLD, which poses a health and safety risk to persons in care.
Regulation
87455 (b) The following persons may be accepted or retained in the facility: (8)Persons who have been diagnosed as terminally ill and who have obtained the services of hospice... This requirement was not met as evidence by:
Inspector finding
Based on LPAs interview and record review, Licensee did not comply with the section cited above in requesting a hospice waiver for R3 and R4, which poses a health and safety risk to persons in care.
ComplaintJuly 1, 2021Type A2 deficiencies
Inspector: Laura Hall
Plain-language summary
During an unannounced infection control inspection on July 1, 2021, inspectors found that cleaning chemicals (bleach, disinfectant, and other supplies) were stored in an unlocked kitchen cabinet and in a bathroom where residents could access them, and that garden tools like ladders and pruning shears were left accessible in the backyard. Inspectors also observed that not all staff were wearing masks and that visitors were not screened upon entry. The facility was given technical assistance on infection control procedures and was required to correct these issues.
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On 7/01/2021 at 04:30PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) L. Hall arrived unannounced to conduct an Infection Control Inspection. LPA met with Aurora Balancio, Administrator, and explained the purpose of the visit. Upon entry, LPA was not screened. LPA observed PPE located on living room table. LPA observed two (2) staff not wearing masks. COVID-19 signs were posted on front door. LPA toured facility including but not limited to common areas, bathroom, bedrooms, backyard, garage, and kitchen. LPA observed cough etiquette and physical distancing posted in the common areas. During record review, LPA observed visitors log and temperature log for both residents and staff. LPA observed facility has a copy of Mitigation Plan on file. LPA observed food, PPE, and paper supplies are sufficient. The following deficiencies were observed: -On 7/1/2021 at 4:50PM, LPA observed dirty clothing, Lysol disinfectant, and acid for cleaning in the bathroom shower. -On 7/1/2021 at 5:00PM, LPA observed Clorox bleach, Ajax, Lysol disinfectant in unlocked kitchen cabinet that was located underneath the sink. Continued on LIC809C. 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 Continued from LIC809. -On 7/1/2021 at 5:15PM, LPA observed 3 ladders, 2 pair of garden sheers, and a pair of garden hedger accessible in backyard. Facility was given Technical Assistance regarding infection control guidelines and documented on LIC9102. The following deficiencies were observed (see LIC809D) and cited from the California Code of Regulations. Failure to correct deficiencies by POC date may result in additional Civil Penalties. Exit interview conducted. Appeal rights and copy of this report provided.
Regulation
87705 Care of Persons with Dementia (f)The following shall be stored inaccessible to residents with dementia: (1) Knives, matches, firearms, tools and other items that could constitute a danger to the resident(s).
Inspector finding
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in having garden tools, ladders, cleaners and disinfectants accessible which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 07/02/2021 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Administrator agreed to replace the lock on the kitchen cabinet, to make all disinfectants and cleaners inaccessible, to remove ladders and garden tools, and make them inaccessible. Administrator will submit a ph…
Regulation
87303 Maintenance and Operation (a) The facility shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times. Maintenance shall include provision of maintenance services and procedures for the safety and well-being of residents, employees and visitors.
Inspector finding
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in having dirty clothing in the bathroom shower which posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 07/08/2021 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Adminstrator agreed to remove clothing from bathroom shower, and submit a photo to CCLD by POC date.
Federal summary
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