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COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198603515
Report Date: 01/14/2026
Date Signed: 01/14/2026 12:51:35 PM

Substantiated


STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
WOODLAND HILLS S.RO, 21731 VENTURA BLVD., STE. 250
WOODLAND HILLS, CA 91364
This is an official report of an unannounced visit/investigation of a complaint received in our office on
01/07/2026 and conducted by Evaluator Lorena Casillas
COMPLAINT CONTROL NUMBER: 31-AS-20260107154152
FACILITY NAME:TOUCHING HEARTS BOARDING CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
198603515
ADMINISTRATOR:MKRTCHYAN, MARGARITAFACILITY TYPE:
740
ADDRESS:1010 LINDEN AVETELEPHONE:
(424) 216-0864
CITY:GLENDALESTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91201
CAPACITY:6CENSUS: DATE:
01/14/2026
UNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
10:00 AM
MET WITH:Margarita MkrtchyanTIME COMPLETED:
01:00 PM
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Unlawful eviction
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On 01/14/26 at 10:20 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lorena Casillas conducted an unannounced 10-day complaint visit to the facility to investigate the above mentioned allegation. LPA was greeted and granted access to the facility by staff. LPA met with Administrator, Margarita Mkrtchyan and LPA explained the reason for the visit. Entrance interview was conducted.

At 10:45 am, LPA conducted a physical plant tour to ensure the health and safety of the clients are protected. At approximately 11:15 am, LPA requested copies of client and staff rosters, liability insurance and Administrator Certificate. LPA also requested copies of any documents relevant to the investigation. At approximately 12:00 pm LPA conducted a file review of documents provided. Between 10:20 am and 02:30 pm, LPA conducted interviews with Administrator, one (1) staff, and (4) out of four (4) clients.

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Substantiated
Estimated Days of Completion:
SUPERVISORS NAME: Nichelle Gillyard
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lorena Casillas
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/14/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/14/2026
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
WOODLAND HILLS S.RO, 21731 VENTURA BLVD., STE. 250
WOODLAND HILLS, CA 91364
This is an official report of an unannounced visit/investigation of a complaint received in our office on
01/07/2026 and conducted by Evaluator Lorena Casillas
COMPLAINT CONTROL NUMBER: 31-AS-20260107154152

FACILITY NAME:TOUCHING HEARTS BOARDING CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
198603515
ADMINISTRATOR:MKRTCHYAN, MARGARITAFACILITY TYPE:
740
ADDRESS:1010 LINDEN AVETELEPHONE:
(424) 216-0864
CITY:GLENDALESTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91201
CAPACITY:6CENSUS: DATE:
01/14/2026
UNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
10:00 AM
MET WITH:Margarita MkrtchyanTIME COMPLETED:
01:00 PM
ALLEGATION(S):
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Eviction notice was not provided to resident's responsible party
INVESTIGATION FINDINGS:
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On 01/14/26 at 10:20 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lorena Casillas conducted an unannounced 10-day complaint visit to the facility to investigate the above mentioned allegation. LPA was greeted and granted access to the facility by staff. LPA met with Administrator, Margarita Mkrtchyan and LPA explained the reason for the visit. Entrance interview was conducted.

At 10:45 am, LPA conducted a physical plant tour to ensure the health and safety of the clients are protected. At approximately 11:15 am, LPA requested copies of client and staff rosters, liability insurance and Administrator Certificate. LPA also requested copies of any documents relevant to the investigation. At approximately 12:00 pm LPA conducted a file review of documents provided. Between 10:20 am and 02:30 pm, LPA conducted interviews with Administrator, one (1) staff, and (4) out of four (4) clients.

Continued on LIC9099-C
Unsubstantiated
Estimated Days of Completion:
SUPERVISORS NAME: Nichelle Gillyard
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lorena Casillas
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/14/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/14/2026
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.
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Control Number 31-AS-20260107154152
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT (Cont)
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
WOODLAND HILLS S.RO, 21731 VENTURA BLVD., STE. 250
WOODLAND HILLS, CA 91364
FACILITY NAME: TOUCHING HEARTS BOARDING CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198603515
VISIT DATE: 01/14/2026
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Allegation: Eviction notice was not provided to resident's responsible party

It is alleged that an eviction notice was not provided to resident’s responsible party. Regarding this allegation it is reported that Resident #1 (R1) was given an eviction notice, however it is alleged that R1 cannot see well and could not read the notice. It is reported that eviction notice was found at a bedside table out of R1’s reach and was discovered by responsible party during a visit a few days later not because the responsible party was notified. Administrator stated that R1’s responsible party refused to communicate with Administrator in person so that notification could have been provided in person, therefore Administrator resorted to text messages. Administrator provided proof that a text message was sent on 12/11/25 at 6:23 pm to responsible party confirming that notice was picked up by them, the message also reiterates the date of the eviction. Furthermore, during LPA’s tour, it was noted that bedside table is in very close proximity to R1’s bed, placing the notice within reach. During LPA record review LPA located that although R1 has an eye condition, it also reflects that R1 does not have visual impairment and is able to communicate needs as well as follow instructions, no cognitive impairment was noted. Interview with Staff #1 (S1) revealed that due to family refusing to speak to Administrator in person, Administrator gave S1 the notice to provide to R1. S1 states that notice was handed to R1 who refused to take it, therefore it was placed on bedside table. S1 stated that they witnessed family retrieve the notice and immediately notified the Administrator, that is what prompted the Administrator to send responsible party a text. Therefore, based on interviews, observations and record reviews this allegation is deemed unsubstantiated.

Exit interview conducted and copy of report provided to Administrator.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Nichelle Gillyard
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lorena Casillas
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/14/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/14/2026
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Control Number 31-AS-20260107154152
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT (Cont)
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
WOODLAND HILLS S.RO, 21731 VENTURA BLVD., STE. 250
WOODLAND HILLS, CA 91364
FACILITY NAME: TOUCHING HEARTS BOARDING CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198603515
VISIT DATE: 01/14/2026
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Allegation: Unlawful eviction

Regarding this allegation it is reported that the eviction notice that was provided to R1 was unlawful as it was missing a clear reason for eviction and the resources available to assist in identifying alternative housing and care options. During LPA’s investigation it was discovered that R1 was provided with an eviction notice dated 12/11/2025 and that Community Care Licensing (CCL) was notified on 12/15/2025 as per Tittle 22 regulations. However, Administrator was contacted by CCL on 12/15/25 at 2:20 pm and was informed that eviction notice provided did not include the reason for the eviction, a list of referral agencies, the right of the resident or resident’s legal representative to contact the department and the contact information for the local Long-Term Care Ombudsman nor did it include specific language in reference to the filing of an unlawful detainer as per SB 781 and 1569.683 H&S. In addition, Community Care Licensing (CCL) did not receive a resubmission with the required information. Based on the information obtained during the investigation the allegation is substantiated.

Citation issued. Appeal rights discussed and provided. Exit interview conducted and copy of report provided to Administrator.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Nichelle Gillyard
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lorena Casillas
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/14/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/14/2026
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Control Number 31-AS-20260107154152
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT (Cont)
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
WOODLAND HILLS S.RO, 21731 VENTURA BLVD., STE. 250
WOODLAND HILLS, CA 91364

FACILITY NAME: TOUCHING HEARTS BOARDING CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198603515
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 01/14/2026
Deficiency Type
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PLAN OF CORRECTIONS(POCs)
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01/23/2026
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Eviction notices... (a) In addition to complying with other applicable regulations... (2) Resources available to assist... (3) Information about the resident's right... (4) The following statement: "In order to evict a resident who..."
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Administrator discussed and agreedto providing a statement that moving forward they will abide by the regualtions. Statement will be emailed to LPA by POC due date.
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Based on interviews and record reviews, licensee did not comply with the section cited above, by issuing an anlawful eviction letter to R1, without providing required information which poses a potential health and safety risk to persons in care.
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Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Nichelle Gillyard
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lorena Casillas
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/14/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/14/2026
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