Vista Gardens Memory Care.

On July 18, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Venus Mixson arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct the Required Annual Inspection and met with Business Office Manager, Edith Osio. The facility file review was conducted at the Regional Office and additional records were requested and reviewed on site. The facility is licensed for 99 Senior Residents, and is currently operating at a capacity of 66 within the scope of the license. (740) LPA Mixson toured the facility and made observations pertaining to the annual visit. LPA inspected the facility inside and outside. There were no obstructions or debris to the indoor or outdoor passageways at the time of this visit. Additionally, there were no bodies of water on the premises. The facility is a two story structure with multiple entry and exits, all exits were observed to be clear and had no safety obstruction at the time of this visit. Physical Plant: The facility phone number is (760) 295-3900 and it is operable. LPA Mixson observed the residents’ bedrooms, and each was equipped with required furniture as per Title 22. LPA Mixson inspected facility bathrooms, and the hot water temperature tested within regulations at. The bathrooms were clean, and appliances were operating appropriately currently at the time of this visit. The facility is equipped with operating smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, and fire extinguishers. LPA Mixson observed required postings such as "If you See Something, Say Something,” the "Personal Rights," and the PUB 475. The cleaning supplies and sharp items were kept locked and inaccessible to the residents in care. There was a designated storage space for the residents and staff files, and it was locked and inaccessible to residents in care currently at the time of this visit. 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 Medications : Were locked and inaccessible to residents in care, and there was a sufficient supply of medication for residents. The overall facility is clean, the furniture is in good condition. The facility cooling system and other appliances were operable currently at the time of this visit. Administrator informed LPA there were safety lights for night throughout the facility. Food Service: Non-perishable and perishable food supply is sufficient per regulations, and there are a variety of food types available for residents. Dishes and utensils were in sufficient supply and stored properly, and sharp items are locked. Care & Supervision / Administration: Adequate staff were present for the supervision of resident in care. Floor plans, telephone numbers and personal rights were found posted in the facility. The listed Administrator possesses a current administrator’s certification. Records Reviewed and Resident/Staff Files: LPA reviewed staff files and reviewed the facility's staff schedule. The staff files reviewed were current and up-to-date with clearances and training's. Along with First Aid certifications and TB tests. Resident files were reviewed and possessed required paperwork. Disaster preparedness: LPA Mixson reviewed the facility's emergency and disaster plan as well as disaster training binder. LPA observed the last fire drill met the department standards and was conducted on 06/23/2025, by specialist. Infection Control: LPA Mixson observed the hand washing stations in the facility restrooms. LPA observed PPE equipment and cleaning supplies to do regular cleaning of the facility. LPA reviewed the facility's infection control plan and found all required infection control measures. There were no TA deficiencies observed or cited per Title 22, Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations at this time. An exit interview was conducted where a copy of this report was discussed and given to Executive Director, Caroline Senteno

On July 11, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Venus Mixson arrived for a scheduled visit for the purpose of conducting a Pre-Licensing/CHOW visit. LPA Mixson met with Melody Parks introduced herself, and stated the purpose of the visit. Physical Plant: The facility is two-story building located at 1863 Devon Place Vista CA. 92084. The City of Vista Fire Department was out on 06/04/2024, for a pre-approval visit. Facility has several first aid kits and manuals, the Administrator has received First Aid and CPR training, and the Administrator’s certificate is current. Medications : LPA Mixson observed where medications are locked, and inaccessible to the residents, at the Wellness Center and Nurse's station. The Facility is equipped with lights in the passages and stocked with emergency night lights throughout the facility. The smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were observed and are operable. LPA Mixson observed a sample of the fire extinguishers, and they were charged and in the green. The cleaning supplies were locked and inaccessible, along with the sharp objects and the Administrator informed the LPA there are no firearms on the premises. Living Units: A sample of the living units were observed and were large enough to allow for easy passage between the beds, and other required items of furniture were present currently at the time of this inspection. CONTINUE 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 Kitchen/Food : The knives were locked in a kitchen drawer, plenty of pots, pans, and other kitchen accessories. The facility has the required seven-day supply of non-perishable food items and the two-day supply of perishable food items. LPA Mixson observed hygiene supplies for residents. There were no pesticides, poisons, or other toxic substances stored in any food storage or preparation area currently at the time of this inspection. (87555). Records : There is confidential storage space for personnel records. (87412). Bathrooms: A sample of the bathrooms were observed and floors were clean and sanitary and free of odors, water and other appliances were operable, water temperature tested within regulations. There were several toilets and sinks for each six persons to include residents, family, and personnel. (87307), and at several showers for each ten persons. (87307). Administration: LPA Mixson observed emergency exiting plans and telephone numbers posted, Personal Rights, Complaint Poster, and other required documents were posted currently at the time of this visit, along with the current Administrators certification. The facility theft and loss program policy are posted, currently at the time of this inspection. (87218). Activities: There are activity supplies and equipment, including access to daily newspapers, current magazines, and a variety of reading materials in the language of choice. There is an outdoor activity area equipped for outdoor use. (87219). Miscellaneous: There are several first aid kits, including sterile dressings, bandages, thermometers, and other items as required by regulations. (87465). There are laundry supplies and equipment, including industrial size machines in good repair, and there is space for clean linen storage and a separate space for soiled linen. (87307). LPA Mixson observed emergency lighting supplies to include flashlights, and extra batteries, along with vehicles used to transport residents are operable and registered as stated by the Administrator. (87303). Dementia Care: There were no bodies of water on the premises, and there are auditory devices in place to monitor exits and completely enclosed outdoor activity space with self-closing latches and gates. (87705). Inside/Outside: All doors, and passageways are clear of obstruction and debris. There were was one fireplace and it was covered with a screen. There was enough clean linen and hygiene items, and there was appropriate lighting in rooms sampled. LPA Mixson observed central air conditioning systems, and it was operable currently. The Administrator dialed the land line phone number (760) 295-3900, and it was operable. Outside/Yards : Had shade and covering for shaded visits, and activities. There were no obstructions observed. The Licensee stated there were no firearms, and/or ammunition on the premises. CAB 8.0 Pre-licensing/CHOW / COMP III was completed on June 18, 2024, applicant/administrator participated in COMP II. An exit interview was conducted, a copy of this report was provided to Administrator, Melody Parks.