Cathy's Cottage - Assisted Living and Memory Care.
Cathy's Cottage - Assisted Living and Memory Care is Ranked in the top 1% of California memory care with no CDSS citations on record; last inspected Apr 2026.

A small home, reviewed on public record.

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Compared to 152 California facilities with a similar number of beds.
RCFE memory care · 36-month window. Higher percentile = better performance on inspection record. Source: California Dept. of Social Services · Community Care Licensing.
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Rankings based on 36-month CDSS inspection data. Severity and frequency: fewer citations = higher percentile. Repeat rate: lower repeat citation share = higher percentile.
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No citations in the last 36 months.
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none · 36 monthsScope × Severity (CMS A–L)
The rules that apply to this facility.
State requirements with the exact regulation citation, plain-language explanation, and a question to ask on tour. Rules this facility has been cited for appear first.
Plain language
Because a facility markets dementia or Alzheimer's care, state law mandates higher training standards: 12 hours of initial dementia training (6 hours before a staff member works independently with residents, 6 more within the first 4 weeks), 8 hours of annual dementia in-service every year thereafter, and an administrator must include 8 hours of dementia-specific continuing education in every 2-year recertification cycle. Training must cover individualized care plans, behavioral expressions, appropriate supervision, and the facility's dementia care philosophy.
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“Can you show me each direct-care staffer's most recent dementia training certificate, and tell me when their next refresher is due?”
Questions to ask before you visit.
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One complaint is on file with CDSS — was it substantiated, and what remediation did the facility take in response to any substantiated findings?
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The facility is licensed for 6 beds and designated for memory care — can you provide the written dementia-care program required by Title 22 §87705?
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The most recent inspection on 2026-04-14 found zero deficiencies — can you show families the inspection report itself and explain how you maintain compliance with §87705 dementia-care requirements?
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Every inspection visit, verbatim.
3 inspections in the public record, most recent first. Click any row to expand — cited rows open automatically.
2026-04-14Annual Compliance VisitNo findings
Plain-language summary
This was a routine annual inspection of the facility, which is operating at full capacity with six residents. The inspector found the facility clean and in good repair, with adequate staff coverage, proper food storage, appropriate resident files, and current staff certifications, and no violations were cited.
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Raquel Hernandez made an unannounced visit to the facility. The purpose of the visit was to conduct a required comprehensive annual inspection. LPA met with Administrator Julie Birkinbine and was granted entry to the facility. Licensed capacity is (6) current census (6). LPA was accompanied by Administrator Julie Birkinbine to conduct a general overall inspection, which included, but was not limited to, the following: Physical Plant: The facility is operating in the capacity approved by Community Care Licensing (CCL). There are no obstructions to indoor and outdoor passageways. The facility is maintained at a comfortable temperature. LPA inspected resident bedrooms; they are equipped with required furniture such as: mattresses, night stands, storage space, and sufficient lighting; bathrooms were clean, and appliances were operating appropriately. LPA observed sufficient furniture and lighting throughout the facility. The facility is equipped with operating smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms. Posters such as personal rights, the CCL complaint poster, and the disaster plan were posted in a common area. Cleaning supplies, toxins, sharps, and other dangerous items were kept inaccessible to residents in care. There was a designated office for resident/staff files. Overall, the facility is clean, in good repair, and operating in safe conditions for residents in care. Food Service: Non-perishable and perishable food supply is sufficient for number of residents in care. Facility has a variety of food available for residents. Dishes, cups, and utensils were also stored properly. Care & Supervision: Facility has sufficient care staff for coverage 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Record Review: LPA reviewed (3) resident files for admission agreements, updated physician reports, pre-placement appraisals and needs and services plans. LPA reviewed (3) resident medications. 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 No issues were observed. LPA also reviewed (3) staff files for First Aid/CPR certification, criminal record clearance, training's, and health screenings. No issues were observed. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, no deficiencies were cited per Title 22, Division 6, of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted, and this report (LIC809) was discussed and provided to Administrator Julie Birkinbine.
2025-04-14Annual Compliance VisitNo findings
Plain-language summary
This was a routine annual inspection of the facility at full capacity (6 residents). The inspector found the facility clean and in good repair, with proper staffing, adequate food supplies, secure storage of dangerous items, and all required resident and staff records in order—no violations were cited.
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Raquel Hernandez made an unannounced visit to the facility. The purpose of the visit was to conduct a required comprehensive annual inspection. LPA met with Administrator Julie Birkinbine and was granted entry to the facility. Licensed capacity is (6) current census (6). LPA was accompanied by Administrator Julie Birkinbine to conduct a general overall inspection, which included, but was not limited to, the following: Physical Plant: The facility is operating in the capacity approved by Community Care Licensing (CCL). There are no obstructions to indoor and outdoor passageways. The facility is maintained at a comfortable temperature. LPA inspected resident bedrooms; they are equipped with required furniture such as: mattresses, night stands, storage space, and sufficient lighting; bathrooms were clean, and appliances were operating appropriately. LPA observed sufficient furniture and lighting throughout the facility. The facility is equipped with operating smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms. Posters such as personal rights, the CCL complaint poster, and the disaster plan were posted in a common area. Cleaning supplies, toxins, sharps, and other dangerous items were kept inaccessible to residents in care. There was a designated office for resident/staff files. Overall, the facility is clean, in good repair, and operating in safe conditions for residents in care. Food Service: Non-perishable and perishable food supply is sufficient for number of residents in care. Facility has a variety of food available for residents. Dishes, cups, and utensils were also stored properly. Care & Supervision: Facility has sufficient care staff for coverage 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Record Review: LPA reviewed (3) resident files for admission agreements, updated physician reports, pre-placement appraisals and needs and services plans. LPA reviewed (3) resident medications. 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 No issues were observed. LPA also reviewed (3) staff files for First Aid/CPR certification, criminal record clearance, training's, and health screenings. No issues were observed. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, no deficiencies were cited per Title 22, Division 6, of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted, and this report (LIC809) was discussed and provided to Administrator Julie Birkinbine.
2024-03-19Annual Compliance VisitNo findings
Plain-language summary
During a routine annual inspection, the facility was found to be operating safely and in compliance with state regulations. The inspector reviewed the physical plant, food service, staffing, and client records, and observed that the facility is clean and well-maintained, has adequate staff coverage around the clock, and maintains proper procedures for medication, client files, and safety equipment. No violations were cited.
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mary Rico made an unannounced visit to the facility. The purpose of the visit was to conduct a required comprehensive annual inspection. LPA met with Administrator Julie Birkinbine and was granted entry to the facility. Licensed capacity is (6) current census (6) LPA was accompanied Administrator Julie Birkinbine by to conduct a general overall inspection, which included, but was not limited to, the following: Physical Plant: The facility is operating in the capacity approved by Community Care Licensing (CCL). There are no obstructions to indoor and outdoor passageways. The facility is maintained at a comfortable temperature. LPA inspected client bedrooms; they are equipped with required furniture such as: mattresses, nightstands, storage space, and sufficient lighting; bathrooms were clean, and appliances were operating appropriately. LPA observed sufficient furniture and lighting throughout the facility. The facility is equipped with operating smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms. Posters such as personal rights, the CCL complaint poster, and the disaster plan were posted in a common area. Cleaning supplies, toxins, sharps, and other dangerous items were kept inaccessible to clients in care. There was a designated office for client/staff files. Overall, the facility is clean, in good repair, and operating in safe conditions for clients in care. Food Service: Non-perishable and perishable food supply is sufficient for number of clients in care. Facility has a variety of food available for clients. Dishes, cups, and utensils were also stored properly. Care & Supervision: Facility has sufficient care staff for coverage 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Record Review: LPA reviewed (3) client files for admission agreements, updated physician reports, and needs and services plans. LPA reviewed (3) client medications. LPA also reviewed (2) staff files for First Aid/CPR certification, criminal record clearance, training's, and health screenings. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, no deficiencies were cited per Title 22, Division 6, of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted, and this report (LIC809) was discussed and provided to Administrator Julie Birkinbine.
2 older inspections from 2021 are not shown in the free view.
2 older inspections from 2021 are not shown in the free view.
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