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Mina's Elderly Carehome 2

RCFE · Memory Care

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 help with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and medication management. An RCFE with a Memory Care designation is additionally required by California Title 22 (§87705 and §87706) to provide specialized staff training in dementia care, individualized care plans for residents with cognitive impairment, and appropriate supervision protocols — requirements that go beyond a standard RCFE license.

15095 Garden Hill Drive · Los Gatos, 95032

Quick facts

Licensed beds6
Memory careYes
Last inspectionNov 2025
Last citationNov 2024
Operated byMina's Elderly Carehome 3, Llc
Map showing location of Mina's Elderly Carehome 2

Quality snapshot

Updated April 25, 2026

Compared to 182 California RCFE memory care 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

Severity
85th

Weighted citations per bed

Repeats
100th

Repeat deficiencies as share of total

Frequency
77th

Deficiencies per inspection

Tick mark at 50% = peer median · higher percentile = better facility

Mina's Elderly Carehome 2 scores A−. Better than 87% of comparable California RESIDENTIAL CARE ELDERLY facilities. Severity: top 15%. Repeats: top 0%. Frequency: 77th 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_memory_care / small beds (182 facilities).

Citation severity over time

stable

Weighted severity score per month · 24 months

May 24peer medianApr 26

Weighted score (24mo)

3

Last citation

Nov 24

Finding distribution

1 total · 36 months

Scope × Severity (CMS A–L)

IsolatedPatternWidespreadJKLGHID1EFABCSev 4 · IJSev 3Sev 2Sev 1

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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 dementia-care training must staff complete?Cited Nov 202422 CCR §87705 / HSC §1569.625

Because this facility markets dementia or Alzheimer's care, state law mandates higher training standards:

  • 12 hours initial dementia training — 6 hours before a staff member works independently with residents, 6 more within the first 4 weeks.
  • 8 hours annual dementia in-service — required every year thereafter.
  • Administrator CE — the 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.

Ask on tour: Ask how dementia training records are kept — families may request documentation.

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
  1. 1Notice of DeficiencyWritten citation with a correction deadline. Facility must submit a Plan of Correction.
  2. 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.
  3. 3Suspension of AdmissionsFacility cannot accept new residents until violations are corrected.
  4. 4Temporary Suspension or RevocationEmergency suspension for imminent danger; full revocation after administrative hearing.
  5. 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:

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State records

California Dept. of Social Services · Community Care Licensing
License number
435202883
License type
RESIDENTIAL CARE ELDERLY
License status
LICENSED
License expires
Not yet indexed
Licensed beds
6
Operator
Mina's Elderly Carehome 3, Llc

Inspections & citations

2

reports on file

1

total deficiencies

1

dementia-care citations

InspectionNovember 6, 2025
No deficiencies

Plain-language summary

An unannounced annual inspection found the facility in compliance with state requirements. The inspector reviewed resident and staff records, toured all areas of the home including bedrooms and bathrooms, and verified that food storage, medication security, fire safety equipment, and temperature controls were all appropriate.

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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Steve Chang conducted an unannounced annual inspection visit, and met with Administrator (ADM) Mina Abbasvand. Three staff and 5 residents were observed in the facility. LPA reviewed 3 resident files and 3 staff files. LPA toured the facility inside and out with ADM. License, personal rights posters and Administrator Certificate were observed in the facility. Living room, kitchen, dining area, 2 restrooms, 1 staff live-in room, 3 resident rooms, laundry room and garage/ were inspected. Two day perishable food supplies and seven day nonperishable food supplies were observed sufficient. The temperature of the freezer was observed at 0 degree F, and the temperature of the refrigerator was observed at 40 degree F. Medication closet, knives closet, and chemical closet were observed locked. Room temperature was at 73 degree F, and hot water temperature was at 119 degree F in facility. Fire extinguisher was serviced on 4/17/2025. The facility was equipped with fire alarm system, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Carbon monoxide detectors was tested, and were working. First aid box, night lights, and flash light were observed in the facility. Front yard and backyard were inspected. There was no obstruction to block the walkways. One storage room was observed at the backyard. The facility had fire drill on 8/11/25. No citation noted today. Exit interview was conducted with ADM. This report was provided to ADM for signature. A copy of the report was provided to ADM.

Other visitNovember 14, 2024Type B
1 deficiency

Inspector: Marcela Yanez

Plain-language summary

An unannounced annual inspection found the facility generally well-maintained with proper food storage, locked medication and cleaning supplies, appropriate water temperatures, and functional smoke detectors; however, inspectors noted a bottle of mouthwash left accessible in a bathroom and recommended it be locked away. Inspectors also identified that one resident's dementia assessment had not been updated since November 2022 and asked the facility to add safety signage for oxygen use and to prevent bedroom passage.

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Licensing Program Analyst LPA Marcela Yanez and Licensed Progam Manager LPM Romeo Manzano conducted an unannounced annual inspection visit, and met with Mina Abbasvand During the visit, LPA observed 5 residents and 3 staff. LPA explained the purpose of the visit. the facility is approved for 6 non-ambulatory, 1 which may be bedridden, room #2 is designated as bedridden, hospice waiver approved for 2 residents LPA toured the facility inside out with ADM which included the Living room, kitchen, dining room, 2 restrooms that had grab bars and non skid mats and 3 residents bedrooms. During tour LPA observed a bottle of mouthwash in the bathroom accessible to residents with dementia, LPA suggested to lock in cabinet. While touring the facility LPA observed residents doing activity and other resident reading a book as well as watching television. During inspection LPA observed two day perishable food supplies and seven day nonperishable food supplies were observed. LPA observed the medication storage area, knives storage area, and cleaning product storage area as locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Room temperature was at 70 degrees F, and hot water temperature was measured at 120 degrees F in both resident bathrooms and in kitchen sink was 121.0 F degrees. The staff bedroom was also inspected. The front yard and backyard were inspected. There was no obstruction to block the walkways and ramps and sturdy. Page 1 of 2 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 Page 2 of 2 LPA observed 2 exit doors leading from bedroom #2 leading to living room and leading to laundry area. ADM stated she will place a sign stating the bedroom should not be used as a passage way for resident privacy. LPA also observed oxygen in bedroom # 1 resident (R1) who is under hospice care with oxygen. LPA advised to post a "oxygen in use-no smoking" sign Fire extinguisher was serviced in 4/18/2024. The facility was equipped with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Smoke detectors was tested by ADM and were functional. LPA observed facility first aid kit and facility fire/earthquake drill log. The facility's last drill was on 11/05/24 LPA observed a storage shed with no electrical wiring approximately 12x12 feet in the backyard with a window with a bed, clothing and personal belonging to Staff (S1). S1 was not present during visit. ADM stated the S1 does not live or sleep in the shed only stores his/her belongings. LPA reviewed facility records for 4 staff and 3 residents. 1 of 3 residents with dementia Appraisal Needs and Services was not updated within the last year last updated was 11/4/2022. LPA reviewed 3 resident medications and centrally stored medication records. LPA conducted interviews with 3 staff and 2 residents. Deficiencies cited during today's visit (see 809-D) This report was reviewed with Mina Abbasvand and a copy of the signed report was provided and a copy of Appeals Rights were provided. End of Report

Type BCCR §87705(c)(5)

Regulation

(c) Licensees who accept and retain residents with dementia shall be responsible for ensuring the following: (5) Each resident with dementia shall have an annual medical assessment as specified in Section 87458, Medical Assessment, and a reappraisal done at least annually, both of which shall include a reassessment of the resident’s dementia care n…

Inspector finding

Based on observation record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. During review iof resident file, Resident (R1) LIC 625 was last updated on 11/04/2022 who has dementia which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 11/18/2024 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 ADM stated she will update R1 LIC 625 on or before POC date.

Federal summary

CMS Care Compare

Not 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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