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California · Millbrae

Heritage Royale

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.

2 Henry Place · Millbrae, 94030

Quick facts

Licensed beds6
Memory careNot listed
Last inspectionJan 2026
Last citationJan 2024
Operated byHeritage Residential Care, Inc.; Almacare Inc
Map showing location of Heritage Royale

Quality snapshot

Updated April 25, 2026

Compared 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

Severity
66th

Weighted citations per bed

Repeats
100th

Repeat deficiencies as share of total

Frequency
68th

Deficiencies per inspection

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

Heritage Royale scores B. Better than 78% of comparable California RESIDENTIAL CARE ELDERLY facilities. Severity: 66th percentile. Repeats: top 0%. Frequency: 68th 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

stable

Weighted severity score per month · 24 months

May 24peer medianApr 26

Weighted score (24mo)

0

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.

What training are all staff required to complete?22 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
  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
415600858
License type
RESIDENTIAL CARE ELDERLY
License status
LICENSED
License expires
Not yet indexed
Licensed beds
6
Operator
Heritage Residential Care, Inc.; Almacare Inc

Inspections & citations

5

reports on file

1

total deficiencies

InspectionJanuary 7, 2026
No deficiencies

Plain-language summary

On January 7, 2026, state licensing staff conducted an unannounced pre-licensing inspection of the facility. The administrator met with the inspector and reviewed the findings. No violations were reported.

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On 01/07/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jaime Vado conducted an unannounced pre-licensing inspection visit. LPA met with administrator Katie Eiseman and explained the purpose of today's visit. Pre licensing inspection conducted. Report is reviewed with Katie and a copy is provided.

InspectionAugust 23, 2025
No deficiencies

Plain-language summary

On August 23, 2025, a state inspector conducted a routine annual inspection and found no violations. The inspector checked the physical plant, kitchen, medication storage, emergency equipment, bathrooms, and resident rooms, and confirmed that safety features were in place and functioning properly. The facility was asked to submit two routine administrative forms by August 30, 2025.

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On 08/23/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jaime Vado conducted an unannounced annual inspection visit. LPA met with administrator Katie Eiseman and explained the purpose of today's visit. This is a single level facility approved all residents to be non-amblatory and three hospice residents. There is one resident on hospice at this time. The physical plant was toured inside and outside of the facility to ensure the safety of the residents. LPA observed the facility kitchen which is clean and observed appliances are in good repair. Knives are stored and locked in the kitchen in a drawer between the stove and refrigerator. Medications are observed to be locked in a lockable storage area in the office of the facility. Perishable and non-perishable food items are observed as in place. There are additional refrigerators and freezers in the garage area which also carry additional food supplies. First aid kit is observed as complete with required items located in the office area of the facility. LPA observed that there are multiple fire extinguishers in place inspected 08/19/2025, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors are observed in place through out the facility, and central heating system. PPE and additional food supplies are observed as in place. Laundry area is also observed as fully operational. Emergency exit routes are observed inside and outside to be free and clear of obstructions. Last emergency/disaster drill was conducted on 06/23/2025. Water temperature was measured at 110F in two common resident bathrooms and a private bathroom in a vacant resident room. Continued on next page... 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 LPA observed rooms numerous resident rooms and all appeared clean, free of odors, and contained all the required furniture per regulatory recommendations. Three resident bedrooms contain a full bathroom. Resident linen supplies are observed as in place. Cleaning supplies are also observed as locked inaccessible to residents in care. There is a live in staff area for sleeping also located in the office. Facility does not handle resident monies. Three resident files and two staff files are reviewed as current. Medications are inspected and observed to be current and in order. The following updated forms are requested to be submitted to CCLD by 08/30/2025 : • LIC308 Designation of responsible staff person • LIC500 Staff Schedule No citations issued during today's visit. Report is reviewed with Katie and a copy is provided.

Other visitAugust 21, 2024
No deficiencies

Inspector: Jaime Vado

Plain-language summary

On July 18, 2024, inspectors conducted a routine annual inspection of this single-level memory care facility serving non-ambulatory residents, including three in hospice care, and found the facility to be clean and well-maintained with proper storage of medications, knives, and cleaning supplies, functioning kitchen and laundry areas, and all required safety equipment in place and operational. The inspector reviewed resident files and medications and found them to be current and in order, with water temperatures appropriate in bathrooms and emergency exit routes clear of obstructions. No violations were cited, though the facility was asked to submit updated documentation including administrator certificates, insurance information, and emergency plans by late August 2024.

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On 07/18/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jaime Vado conducted an unannounced annual inspection visit. LPA met with caregiver Lojie Fernando upon arrival and explained the purpose of today's visit. Around 2pm the administrator Katie Eiseman arrived and met with LPA. LPA was allowed entry into the facility. This is a single level facility approved all residents to be non-amblatory and three hospice residents. The physical plant was toured inside and outside of the facility to ensure the safety of the residents. LPA observed the facility kitchen which is clean and observed appliances are in good repair. Knives are stored and locked in the kitchen in a drawer between the stove and refrigerator. Medications are observed to be locked in a lockable storage area in the office of the facility. Perishable and non-perishable food items are observed as in place. There are additional refrigerators and freezers in the garage area which also carry additional food supplies. First aid kit is observed as complete with required items located in the office area of the facility. LPA observed that there are multiple fire extinguishers in place inspected 08/15/2024, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors are observed in place through out the facility, and central heating system. PPE and additional food supplies are observed as in place. Laundry area is also observed as fully operational. Emergency exit routes are observed inside and outside to be free and clear of obstructions. Last emergency/disaster drill was conducted on 06/24/2025. Water temperature was measured at 110F in two common resident bathrooms and a private bathroom in a vacant resident room. Continued on next page... 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 LPA observed rooms numerous resident rooms and all appeared clean, free of odors, and contained all the required furniture per regulatory recommendations. Three resident bedrooms contain a full bathroom. Resident linen supplies are observed as in place. Cleaning supplies are also observed as locked inaccessible to residents in care. There is a live in staff area for sleeping also located in the office. Facility does not handle resident monies. Four of four resident files are reviewed as current. Medications are inspected and observed to be current and in order. The following updated forms are requested to be submitted to CCLD by 08/28/2024 : • Copy of updated Administrator Certificates • Copy of facility's liability insurance • LIC308 Designation of responsible staff person • LIC610E Emergency Disaster Plan • LIC500 Staff Schedule • Copy of control of property No citations issued during today's visit. Report is reviewed with Katie and a copy is provided.

InspectionJanuary 23, 2024
No deficiencies

Inspector: Audrey Jeung

Plain-language summary

During the facility's annual inspection on January 19, 2024, a technical error affected the first page of the inspection report. The facility provided a corrected version of that page along with additional advisory notes, but no other findings or violations from the original inspection were changed.

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As per initial annual inspection on 1/19/24, LPA Jeung provided amended Facility Evaluation Report . Due to technical difficulties on 1/19/24, first page of Facility Evaluation Report was inaccurate. Amended page 1 of Facility Evaluation Report is provided, along with additional 3 pages of Advisory Notes. There are no changes or amendments to subsequent pages of Report of 1/19/24.

Other visitJanuary 19, 2024Type B
1 deficiency

Inspector: Audrey Jeung

Plain-language summary

This was a follow-up review of a resident's death on December 26, 2023. When the resident experienced a medical emergency, staff contacted the family, who chose not to call 911; the facility had a comfort care order on file from the resident's doctor. The state was unable to review the doctor's report to confirm the cause of death, and cited a violation related to this missing documentation.

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In response to Death Report submitted to CCLD on 1/3/24 of client's death on 12/26/23, LPA Jeung requested to review MD report and appraisal, which were previously requested but not received. Client experienced a medical emergency, and staff contacted client's responsible party, who directed staff NOT to call 9-1-1. Client had a Physician's Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment (POLST) on file, which stated that comfort measures only should be provided. MD report is not available for LPA to review, so cause of death is unknown. Deficiency of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, is cited on a following page.

Type BCCR §87465(g)

Regulation

INCIDENTAL MEDICAL CARE The licensee shall immediately telephone 9-1-1 if an injury or other circumstance has resulted in an imminent threat to a resident’s health including, but not limited to, an apparent life-threatening medical crisis except as specified in Sections

Inspector finding

87469(c)(2), (c)(3), or (c)(4). This requirement was not met, as staff failed to call 9-1-1 on 12/26/23 when client #1 experienced a medical emergency. Licensee failed to ensure that 9-1-1 was called to determine what, if any measures should be taken. This posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to client in care.

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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