Stratford, the
CCRC
A Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) offers multiple levels of care on a single campus — typically independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing. Residents often enter under a long-term contract and can transition between care levels as their needs change. CCRCs in California are regulated by the California Department of Social Services.
601 Laurel Ave · San Mateo, 94401
Quick facts
Quality snapshot
Updated April 25, 2026Compared to 21 California CCRC facilities, over the last 36 months. Bed-size filter relaxed due to small peer set.
Source: California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. View raw inspection records →
Quality grade· click to show how this was calculated
Severity0thWeighted citations per bed
Repeats100thRepeat deficiencies as share of total
Frequency35thDeficiencies 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
Stratford, the scores C−. Better than 45% of comparable California RCFE-CONTINUING CARE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY facilities. Severity: bottom 0%. Repeats: top 0%. Frequency: 35th 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 / ccrc (21 facilities).
Citation severity over time
↓ improvingWeighted severity score per month · 24 months
Weighted score (24mo)
16
Last citation
Aug 25
Finding distribution
3 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.
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 96 licensed beds:
One awake caregiver must be on duty, plus one additional caregiver on call who can respond within 10 minutes.
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
- 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
- 415600689
- License type
- RCFE-CONTINUING CARE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY
- License status
- LICENSED
- License expires
- Not yet indexed
- Licensed beds
- 96
- Operator
- Sunrise Stratford Gp & Lp; Sunrise Senior Lvg Mgt
Inspections & citations
16
reports on file
3
total deficiencies
1
Type A (actual harm)
Other visitNovember 20, 2025No deficiencies
Plain-language summary
An inspector met with the facility's assisted living coordinator to deliver findings from a complaint investigation. An amended report was issued for a complaint received on August 1, 2025. No further details about the complaint or findings are available in this document.
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LPA Jeung met with assisted living coordinator to deliver an amended Complaint Investigation Report for complaint #14-AS-20250801130031. See LIC9099D
Other visitNovember 20, 2025No deficiencies
Plain-language summary
The facility reported a medication administration error that occurred on November 7, 2025. In response, the facility retrained nursing staff, notified the resident's physician and family, and reported the incident to the appropriate state agency. No violations were found.
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In response to Incident Report of 11/7/25 of a medication administration error, LPA Jeung met with resident care director/RN to obtain additional information. Nursing staff received remedial training, and proof of training is given to LPA today. Facility responded appropriately to medication error to prevent future errors and reported incident to client's physician, responsible party, as well as CCLD. No deficiency cited.
Other visitAugust 5, 2025· SubstantiatedType A1 deficiency
Inspector: Audrey Jeung
Regulation
BASIC SERVICES Basic services shall at a minimum include care and supervision as defined in Section 87101(c)(3) and HSC 1569.2(c). This requirement was not met, as staff failed to supervise client #1 on 7/22/25, when facility driver exited van, leaving client and private caregiver inside with no
Inspector finding
means to exit. In addition, when facility staff were notified that client was trapped inside the van, staff responded by going to client's apartment, instead of searching for the van. Licensee failed to ensure that client was supervised when staff left him in van for 28 minutes, which posed an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to client in care.
Other visitJuly 1, 2025No deficiencies
Plain-language summary
This was an annual inspection on June 17, 2025, where the facility's medications, staff training records, and hot water temperature were checked. The medications were found to be complete and accurate, the hot water temperature was appropriate at 118 degrees, and no deficiencies were identified.
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To complete annual inspection of 6/17/25, LPA Jeung reviewed residents' medications recorded on Centrally Stored Medication Records, requested additional information for staff training, and tested hot water temperature in private bathroom of second floor Laurel Wing unit. Medications are observed to be complete, accurate and up to date. Hot water temperature tested at 118 degrees. More specific information on staff training is provided. No deficiencies are observed today.
ComplaintJune 17, 2025Type B1 deficiency
Plain-language summary
This was a complaint investigation of a continuing care retirement community that provides independent living and assisted living services across 11 floors. The inspector found the facility well-maintained with adequate staffing, food supplies, medications storage, emergency systems, and safety equipment including grab bars and nonskid flooring in bathrooms. One regulatory deficiency was cited, detailed on the following page.
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LPA Audrey Jeung toured facility and grounds of this Continuing Care Retirement Community, consisting of studio, one, two and three bedroom apartments--each with full private bathrooms--on 10 floors. On the 2nd floor, there are 9 studio apartments which comprise the Laurel Wing, where up to 12 residents can receive assisted living services; there are 5 residents in the Laurel Wing with 2 caregivers and an LVN present. Facility provides 3 meals daily to those residents of the Laurel Wing. Dinner meal is provided to other residents, who are mostly independent. Food supplies of perishables for 2 days and non-perishables for 7 days are maintained. Common areas on the ground floor include living room, library, fitness room, sauna room, indoor pool, dining room. On the 11th floor, there is a large and small meeting room. No fire safety hazards are observed. PPE supply is adequate and first-aid kit is inspected and complete. Medications, toxins and sharps are stored appropriately and inaccessible to clients, a comfortable temperature is maintained, and lighting is sufficient for comfort and safety. Centrally Stored Medications Records are maintained. Toilet and bathing facilities are equipped with grab bars and nonskid flooring material. Liquid soap is available at all sinks. Emergency call system is installed in all rooms; when cord is pulled, staff with cell phones are alerted, and a visual and audio alert appears on monitors at Laurel Wing nurses station and reception desk on ground level. An updated Disaster and Mass Casualty Plan is accessible. Criminal record clearances or exemptions for facility staff or other individuals who have client contact have been reviewed. Executive director Janie Woo is an RCFE administrator (x 8/26) that oversees facility operations and resident care director/RN Lori Wolfe also maintains RCFE administrator certification (x 5/26). Staff and client records are reviewed. Administrative Organization (LIC309) is requested to be submitted to CCLD BY 8/19/24: Personnel Reports (LIC 500) and Registered Dietician Consultation Report dated 4/23/25 are provided to LPA today. Deficiency of the RCFE California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8 is observed and cited on the following page.
Regulation
PRSONAL ACCOMMODATIONS/SVCS The following space & safety provisions shall apply to all facilities: The premises shall be maintained in a state of good repair and shall provide a safe and healthful environment. This requirement was not met, as room #J
Inspector finding
in Laurel Wing is observed with minimal clear pathway, which poses a potential health and safety risk. Papers and newspapers in and out of paper bags are strewn throughout room and furnishings, including on the bed, on furniture and on floor, restricting safe access in and around room.
InspectionAugust 27, 2024No deficiencies
Inspector: Audrey Jeung
Plain-language summary
This was a routine annual inspection conducted on August 5, 2024. The facility submitted required documentation including administrator credentials, operational plans, and staff medication training records, and no violations of state regulations were found.
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LPA Jeung reviewed random staff and client files to complete annual inspection of 8/5/24. RCFE administrator certificate for executive director was submitted to CCLD, along with other requested information: • LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility • Bedridden Plan of Operation • Medication Training requirements for staff • Board Resolution appointing administrator Janie Woo No deficiencies of the RCFE California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8 are observed. See also Technical Advisory Note.
ComplaintAugust 5, 2024· UnsubstantiatedNo deficiencies
Inspector: Audrey Jeung
Unsubstantiated — the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) investigated and did not find a violation.
InspectionAugust 5, 2024No deficiencies
Inspector: Audrey Jeung
Plain-language summary
During a routine inspection of this continuing care community on 10 floors with independent living apartments and an assisted living wing on the second floor, inspectors found no violations of California regulations. The facility maintains adequate staffing, food supplies, medications storage, safety equipment including emergency call systems and grab bars, and an updated emergency plan. Some administrative documentation was requested to be submitted by August 19, 2024.
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LPA Audrey Jeung toured facility and grounds of this Continuing Care Retirement Community, consisting of studio, one, two and three bedroom apartments--each with full private bathrooms--on 10 floors. On the 2nd floor, there are 9 studio apartments which comprise the Laurel Wing, where up to 12 residents can receive assisted living services; there are 5 residents in the Laurel Wing with 2 caregivers and an LVN present. Facility provides 3 meals daily to those residents of the Laurel Wing. Dinner meal is provided to other residents, who are mostly independent. Food supplies of perishables for 2 days and non-perishables for 7 days are maintained. Common areas on the ground floor include living room, library, fitness room, sauna room, indoor pool, dining room. On the 11th floor, there is a large and small meeting room. No fire safety hazards are observed. PPE supply is adequate and first-aid kit is inspected and complete. Medications, toxins and sharps are stored appropriately and inaccessible to clients, a comfortable temperature is maintained, and lighting is sufficient for comfort and safety. Centrally Stored Medications Records are maintained. Toilet and bathing facilities are equipped with grab bars and nonskid flooring material. Liquid soap is available at all sinks. Emergency call system is installed in all rooms; when cord is pulled, staff with cell phones are alerted, and a visual and audio alert appears on monitors at Laurel Wing nurses station and reception desk on ground level. An updated Disaster and Mass Casualty Plan is accessible. Criminal record clearances or exemptions for facility staff or other individuals who have client contact have been reviewed. Executive director Janie Woo is an RCFE administrator and is assisted by resident care director/RN Lori Wolfe, who is a certified RCFE administrator (x 5/26). Staff and client records to be reviewed at a later date. The following updated forms/information are requested to be submitted to CCLD BY 8/19/24: • LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility • Bedridden Plan of Operation • Medication Training requirements for staff LPA is provided with the following information today: • LIC 500 Personnel Reports • LIC 610 Emergency Disaster Plan No deficiencies of the RCFE California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8 are observed.
InspectionAugust 5, 2024Type B1 deficiency
Inspector: Audrey Jeung
Plain-language summary
During a routine inspection, investigators found that the facility managed medications for four residents without first getting permission from both the residents and their doctors, as required by the facility's own care agreement. In four cases, staff controlled medications for between four weeks and over six months before physicians provided written authorization and the facility returned medication management to family members. The facility failed to follow its documented procedures for determining whether residents needed this service and obtaining proper medical approval before providing it.
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During complaint investigation, LPA Jeung observed a deficiency of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22. Deficiency is cited on a following page. According to Section 3.1.3.1. of facility's Continuing Care Residence Agreement, medication management is an assisted living service, and the provision of such service by facility is subject to a determination by the facility of the appropriateness or need for the service upon consultation with the resident or legal representative and his/her physician. In addition, the facility will determine "the extent of any services to be provided, and the proper setting." In at least 4 cases, the facility failed to adhere to Section 3.1.3.1., and implemented the storage and administration of residents' medications without first consulting the residents AND their physicians. Staff managed medications for client #5 for 4 weeks, for client #2 for 4 weeks, for client #3 for 10 weeks, for client #7 for over 25 weeks. Only when written MD authorizations were obtained did facility relinquish medications and management services to respective spouses.
Regulation
PERSONAL RIGHTS Residents in all RCFEs shall have the right to receive or reject medical care or other services. This requirement was not met, as facility failed to follow their own policies and procedures regarding provision of assisted living services, which posed a potential health, safety or
Inspector finding
personal rights risk to residents in care. Residents' physicians were not consulted when facility assumed responsibility for medication management.
ComplaintNovember 13, 2023No deficiencies
Inspector: Christina Hadley
ComplaintNovember 13, 2023No deficiencies
Inspector: Christina Hadley
ComplaintNovember 13, 2023No deficiencies
Inspector: Christina Hadley
ComplaintNovember 13, 2023No deficiencies
Inspector: Christina Hadley
ComplaintNovember 13, 2023No deficiencies
Inspector: Christina Hadley
ComplaintMay 18, 2023· UnsubstantiatedNo deficiencies
Inspector: Audrey Jeung
Unsubstantiated — the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) investigated and did not find a violation.
ComplaintJuly 22, 2021No deficiencies
Inspector: Audrey Jeung
Plain-language summary
A routine inspection of this continuing care community found no violations. The inspector reviewed infection control practices, medication storage, safety equipment, staffing ratios, staff clearances, and facility conditions including grab bars, lighting, and emergency preparedness, and found everything in order. The facility was asked to submit updated administrative and personnel forms by the deadline.
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LPA Audrey Jeung toured facility and grounds of this Continuing Care Retirement Community, consisting of studio, one, two and three bedroom apartments--each with full private bathrooms--on 10 floors. Most staff are observed wearing face coverings. No accessible bodies of water or fire safety hazards observed. Infection control practices are reviewed: entry procedures, staff training and policies, resident monitoring, containment strategies, environmental preparation and cleaning. PPE supply is adequate and infection control signs are posted. Medications, toxins and sharps are stored appropriately and inaccessible to clients, a comfortable temperature is maintained, and lighting is sufficient for comfort and safety. Toilet and bathing facilities are equipped with grab bars and nonskid flooring material. Liquid soap is available at all sinks. First-aid kit is inspected and complete. An updated Disaster and Mass Casualty Plan is posted. There are 8 residents in the assisted living unit--Laurel Wing--and 2 caregivers plus 2 nurses present. Criminal record clearances or exemptions for facility staff or other individuals who have client contact have been reviewed, including caregivers' health screenings and TB test results. First-aid training for Laurel Wing caregivers is current. Camille Christie is a certified RCFE administrator (x 6/22) that oversees facility operations. The following updated forms/information are requested to be submitted to CCLD BY 7/29/21: • LIC 309 Administrative Organization • LIC 500 Personnel Report No deficiencies of the RCFE California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8 are observed. See Technical Assistance issued.
Federal summary
CMS Care CompareNot 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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