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Magnolia of Millbrae

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.

201 Chadbourne Avenue · Millbrae, 94030

Quick facts

Licensed beds180
Memory careNot listed
Last inspectionApr 2026
Last citationNone on record
Operated byMagnolia of Millbrae, Inc.
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Quality snapshot

Updated April 25, 2026

Compared to 10 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
100th

Weighted citations per bed

Repeats
100th

Repeat deficiencies as share of total

Frequency
100th

Deficiencies per inspection

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

Magnolia of Millbrae scores A. Better than 100% of comparable California RESIDENTIAL CARE ELDERLY facilities. Severity: top 0%. Repeats: top 0%. Frequency: top 0%.

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 / xl beds (10 facilities).

Citation severity over time

stable

Weighted severity score per month · 24 months

May 24peer medianApr 26

Weighted score (24mo)

0

Finding distribution

none · 36 months

Scope × Severity (CMS A–L)

No findings in the last 36 months.

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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 180 licensed beds:

One awake caregiver on duty, one on-call caregiver physically on premises, and one additional on-call caregiver.

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
415600154
License type
RESIDENTIAL CARE ELDERLY
License status
LICENSED
License expires
Not yet indexed
Licensed beds
180
Operator
Magnolia of Millbrae, Inc.

Inspections & citations

8

reports on file

0

total deficiencies

Other visitApril 6, 2026
No deficiencies

Plain-language summary

On April 6, 2026, an annual inspection of the facility found no deficiencies. The inspector reviewed resident rooms, common areas, kitchen, and staff and resident records, and confirmed that emergency safety systems (sprinklers, fire extinguishers, evacuation chairs, emergency pull cords), water temperature, food supply, medications, and staff training were all in order.

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On 4/6/2026, LPA Grace Donato made an unannounced annual visit to the facility. LPA met with Administrator, Assistant Executive Director Charito Amoranto. LPA explained the purpose of the visit. The facility is licensed for age range 60 and over. All may be non-ambulatory. License is approved up to 9 hospice residents. LPA toured the facility and a random sample of resident rooms, common areas, activity areas and kitchen area. LPA observed some residents were at different activity rooms. All apartments have emergency pull cords in the bedroom and restrooms. The facility swimming pool is secured. Hot water was also tested in the resident rooms and the temperature was at 110 deg F. Facility has evacuation chairs on stair wells. Facility has sprinkler system. All fire extinguishers have been checked and current. Resident bedrooms and bathrooms were observed to be in good repair equipped with grab bars and non-skid floors. There is adequate amount of food, 2 days for perishables and & 7 days non-perishable. Emergency drills are done every month. Six resident records and six staff records were reviewed. Resident records are updated, complete and signed. Staff records are complete, with training logs. Medication review was done, and all medications are accounted for, and centrally stored medication records are updated. LPA received the following documents: Certificate of Liability Insurance, LIC610E & LIC500. No deficiencies are cited at this time. Report is reviewed and a copy is provided.

Other visitSeptember 23, 2025
No deficiencies

Plain-language summary

On September 23, 2025, inspectors visited the facility to follow up on a report of bed bugs in one resident's room. The facility moved the resident to another room, treated all of the resident's belongings, and hired a pest control company to treat the affected room; inspectors found no spread of bed bugs to other areas of the facility. No violations were cited.

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On 09/23/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jaime Vado conducted an uannounced case management visit in order to deliver findings regarding the allegation received. LPA met with both Administrator - Lola Borego and Assistant Executive Director - R.N. Charito Amoranto and explained the purpose of today's visit. LPA Vado conducted a case management visit to discuss the incident report received on 09/22/2025 regarding bed bugs in the facility. The bedbugs are isolated to only one room. The resident has been moved to another room and all the resident's clothing and personal belongings are treated and moved along with the resident to the new room. The resident's room is being treated by a commercial pest control company. Findings so far show no spread of the bugs to any other units. Resident will be moved back after the room has been cleared by pest control of any more bugs. No citations issued. Report is reviewed with Administrator - Lola Borego and Assistant Executive Director - R.N. Charito Amoranto and a copy is provided on this day.

Other visitApril 11, 2025
No deficiencies

Plain-language summary

On April 11, 2025, state licensing staff conducted an unannounced visit to deliver an immediate exclusionary letter for a staff member, meaning that person is prohibited from working at the facility. The assistant executive director was notified of the action, and documentation was left at the facility.

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On 4/11/2025, Licensing Program Analyst(LPA) John Calandra arrived at the facility to conduct an unannounced Case Management visit to deliver an immediate exclusionary letter for S1. LPA was greeted by Charito Amoranto, Assistant Executive Director and explained the purpose of the visit. An exit interview was conducted. A copy of the report along with the immediate exclusionary letter was left at the facility.

InspectionMarch 11, 2025
No deficiencies

Inspector: Jaime Vado

Plain-language summary

A routine annual inspection was conducted on March 11, 2024, during which staff files and medication records were reviewed. All resident files and medications were found to be current and properly maintained. No violations were issued.

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On 03/11/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jaime Vado conducted an unannounced case management - annual continuation visit. LPA met with assistant executive director Charito Amoranto and explained the purpose of today's visit. During today's visit LPA reviewed resident files at random and reviewed medications for residents. Per observations made files are current and medications are current as well. No citations issued on this day. LPA reviewed this report with Charioto Amoranto and provided a copy of this report.

Other visitMarch 6, 2025
No deficiencies

Inspector: Jaime Vado

Plain-language summary

On March 6, 2025, state licensing staff conducted the facility's required annual inspection and found no violations. The inspector toured the building, checked resident apartments, reviewed staff files and certifications, and verified that emergency equipment, fire safety systems, and food and medication storage all met standards. The inspection will continue at a later date to review individual resident records and medications.

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On 03/06/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jaime Vado conducted an unannounced required 1 year inspection. LPA met with the administrator Lola Borrego and explained the purpose of today's visit. The facility is licensed for age range 60 and over. All may be non-ambulatory. License is approved up to 9 hospice residents. 4 are currently on hospice at this time. This is a 5 story facility. The ground floor primarily consists of the dining room, kitchen, game room, hair salon, exercise room, pool, whirlpool, library arts and crafts room, and library. Facility emergency food supply is located also on the ground floor in a large storage room Emergency water is available as well. Facility is equipped with diesel powered emergency backup generator as well also located on the ground floor in an outside area. Floors 1 through 4 are resident living units. Resident population is mixed with assisted living and independent living residents. The facility does not have any dementia residents. Residents rooms on each floor consists of 1 or 2 bedroom apartments. 4 apartments are inspected. All apartments in the facility contains a kitchen, full bathroom, and stacked washer and dryer. Apartments 140, 221, 331, and 409 had water temperature measured. All temperatures recorded between 107F to 120F. All apartments have emergency pull cords in the bedroom and restrooms. Facility does have a pendant call system for those residents that wish to have them. Each apartment also has its own thermostat for residents to use to heat their apartment. There are 2 enclosed courtyards observed and both are in good repair with tables and chairs. The facility swimming pool is secured and residents are required to be buzzed into the swimming area. Cameras are posted in common areas through out the facility. Emergency routes are free and clear of any obstructions. On the fourth floor of all stairwells there are stair chairs in the event of an emergency. Carbon monoxide detectors are installed in all apartments including smoke detectors and fire sprinklers. Fire extinguishers are observed through out the facility with inspection tags dated 10/23/2024. The facility is fully equipped with fire sprinklers through out. Facility conducts emergency drills monthly. Last drill conducted is logged on 02/18/2025. 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 Kitchen is observed to be fully stocked with 2 day fresh food supply and fully stocked freezer. Emergency food supplies are in place. Ansul and hood system are clean and serviced regularly. All kitchen appliances and washing machines are functioning. Laundry room is observed on the ground floor to be fully operational, clean, and organized. Medications, medical kit, and sharps are stored in locked medication room on 1st floor not accessible to residents. temperature is maintained, passageways are clear, and lighting is sufficient for comfort and safety. Toilet and bathing facilities are equipped with grab bars and nonskid flooring material. Hygiene supplies are in place. Criminal record clearances or exemptions for facility staff or other individuals who have client contact have been reviewed. LPA reviewed staff files on this day which appear to be current. Staff training records are observed to be current and in place. Administrator certificate for Lola Borrego is observed as current expiring 05/12/2026. Inspection will be completed at a later date to review resident records and medications. The following updated forms are requested to be submitted to CCLD by 03/13/2025 : • Copy of updated Administrator Certificate • Copy of facility's liability insurance • LIC308 Designation of responsible staff person • LIC610E Emergency Disaster Plan • LIC500 Staff Schedule • Copy of control of property or current lease Report is reviewed with administrator Lola Borrego and a copy is provided on this day.

InspectionMay 8, 2024
No deficiencies

Inspector: Audrey Jeung

Plain-language summary

This was a routine annual inspection on April 12, 2024, where staff training records, client admission agreements, and medication inventory were reviewed. The facility was found to be operating in compliance with state regulations, and a medication discrepancy involving supplements that was noted during the inspection has since been resolved. No violations were identified.

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To complete annual inspection of 4/12/24, LPA Jeung reviewed staff records--including training--and reviewed clients' admission agreements. In addition, medication discrepancies pertaining to supplements observed on 4/12/24 have been resolved for client #3. No deficiencies of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22 are observed. Facility is operating in substantial compliance.

InspectionApril 12, 2024
No deficiencies

Inspector: Audrey Jeung

Plain-language summary

This was a routine inspection of the facility's physical space, safety systems, and staffing qualifications. The inspector found all areas in good condition, including secure medication storage, working emergency call systems in every apartment, proper grab bars and nonskid flooring in bathrooms, current food safety certifications for kitchen staff, and valid administrator licenses; no violations were cited. The facility was asked to submit floor plans, proof of liability insurance, and administrative organization documentation by April 26, 2024, and a full annual inspection will be completed later.

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LPA Audrey Jeung toured facility, which consists of 1 and 2 bedroom assisted living and independent living apartments on four floors of this 5- story community. Several apartments are inspected. All apartments have kitchen and washer and dryer. Common rooms--dining room, game room, hair salon, exercise room, pool, whirlpool, library arts and crafts room, library--are located on ground floor, where there are 2 enclosed courtyards. The pool is secured. There are no accessible bodies of water or fire safety hazards observed. Operable carbon monoxide detectors are installed in apartments. Medications and sharps are stored in locked medication room on 2nd floor--inaccessible to clients--a comfortable temperature is maintained, passageways are clear, and lighting is sufficient for comfort and safety. Hot water temperature checked at 107 degrees F in 2nd floor room. Toilet and bathing facilities are equipped with grab bars and nonskid flooring material and hygiene supplies are maintained. Food supply and first-aid kit are inspected. Emergency signal system is installed in each apartment--in bedroom and bathroom--and transmits visual and audible signal to reception desk as well as 4 administrative offices. Criminal record clearances or exemptions for facility staff or other individuals who have client contact have been reviewed. Food service staff have current safe food handling certifications, including food and beverage director and executive chef. Quarterly reviews are completed by a registered dietician and reports are maintained; copies of last 2 reports are given to LPA. Lola Borrego and Charito Amoranto are certified RCFE administrators (x 5/24 and (10/24) that oversee facility operations. Some client files and medications records are reviewed. Staff records, including training, will be reviewed at a later date. Updated Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610E) is provided to LPA. The following information is requested to be submitted to CCL by 4/26/24 - Facility sketch (floor plan) - Proof of current liability insurance (including coverage limits) - LIC 309 Administrative Organization No deficiencies are cited today. Annual inspection to be completed at a later date.

ComplaintOctober 7, 2023
No deficiencies

Inspector: Victoria Brown

Plain-language summary

On October 7, 2023, the state conducted a routine annual inspection of this 180-bed facility and found no violations. The inspector checked the building's safety systems, temperature controls, medication storage, first aid supplies, staff and resident files, and spoke with residents, and everything met state requirements. The facility's administrator certificate was current and the most recent emergency drill had been completed.

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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Victoria Brown arrived unannounced to conduct a Required - 1 Year visit on 10/7/23 at 10:30AM. LPA met with Lola Borrego , Administrator and stated the purpose of the visit. The facility is licensed for a capacity of 180 non-ambulatory residents of which 9 may receive hospice care services. There are 4 residents receiving hospice services at this time. The Administrator Certificate was observed for Lola Borrego which expires 5/12/24. LPA observed residents and conversed with them during this visit. LPA toured and inspected the physical plant inside and outside to ensure there are no safety hazards to residents. The most recent emergency drill was conducted 9/11 /23. LPA observed 2-day perishables and 7-day non-perishables. The temperature inside the facility was observed to be at 72.3*F which is within the required range of 68-85*F. The hot water temperature was measured at 114.4*F which is within the required range of 105-120*F. LPA observed fire extinguisher(s), pull alarm system, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in the facility. LPA observed the centrally stored medications area to be locked and inaccessible to residents. The first aid kit contained the required items such as sterile dressings, bandages, adhesive tape, scissors, tweezers, thermometers, antiseptic solution and guide. LPA observed 3 staff files and 3 resident files and conducted interviews during this visit. Upon a file review the following items were discussed to be submitted with any changes annually: Any Addendums to the Infection Control Plan, Designation of Facility Responsibility (LIC308), Personnel Report (LIC500) to include the Administrator presence in the facility, Administrator Certificate-Updated, Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610E), and Liability Insurance. Per California Code of Regulations (CCRs) - Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8, no deficiencies are being cited. An exit interview was conducted, a copy of the report was given.

Federal summary

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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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