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Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 306006375
Report Date: 12/03/2024
Date Signed: 12/03/2024 12:25:44 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 12/03/2024 12:25 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
ORANGE COUNTY RO, 770 THE CITY DR., SUITE 7100
ORANGE, CA 92868
FACILITY NAME:SYCAMORE CARE HOMESFACILITY NUMBER:
306006375
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:
ANG, ROSE ANNFACILITY TYPE:
740
ADDRESS:4704 AVENIDA DE LAS FLORESTELEPHONE:
(562) 275-2670
CITY:YORBA LINDASTATE: CAZIP CODE:
92886
CAPACITY: 6CENSUS: 3DATE:
12/03/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
08:00 AM
MET WITH:Licensee Emelyn AsisTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
12:45 PM
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On December 3, 2024, at 8:00am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Edward Kim conducted an unannounced required 1-Year annual visit using the CARE Inspection Tool. Upon arrival at the facility, LPA Kim was greeted and granted entry by staff. LPA Kim met with Licensee (LI) Emelyn Asis and explained the purpose of the visit.

The facility is licensed to operate for five (6) nonambulatory residents and have a hospice waiver for two (2) residents. The facility is a single-story structure located in a residential neighborhood. It consists of the following: five (5) resident bedrooms, two (2) bathrooms, living area, dining area, kitchen, studio, and an attached two car garage.

LPA Kim toured inside and outside of the physical plant with LI Asis. There were no bodies of water or obstructions on the premises. All rooms were inspected. Beds and bedding supplies were in good condition, adequate lighting was provided, storage for each resident's personal belongings was observed. Bed linens, comforters, and bath towels were adequately stocked at the time of visit. The Resident’s rooms were inspected: Resident Room 1, Resident Room 2, Resident Room 3, Resident Room 4, and Resident Room 5. Bathrooms were found to be within Title 22 regulations and were clean and operational. The water temperature measured at 119.1 degrees F to 119.8 degrees F. A comfortable temperature of 71 degrees F was maintained in the facility.

LPA Kim observed the facility to be sanitary and appropriately furnished at the time of visit. Storage areas for personal hygiene, cleaning supplies, toxins, and sharps objects were stored and not accessible to residents. The kitchen was inspected and there is a two-day supply of perishable and seven-day supply of non-perishable food available and maintained properly. Emergency food was stored in the closet across from Resident Room #1 and emergency water and emergency supplies were stored in the garage. The facility has two (2) fire extinguisher that were charged, and mounted in the kitchen and next to the garage door.

Evaluation Report Continues on LIC 809-C

SUPERVISORS NAME: Lourdes Montoya
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Edward Kim
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 12/03/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 12/03/2024
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
ORANGE COUNTY RO, 770 THE CITY DR., SUITE 7100
ORANGE, CA 92868
FACILITY NAME: SYCAMORE CARE HOMES
FACILITY NUMBER: 306006375
VISIT DATE: 12/03/2024
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During the visit, LPA Kim observed the facility's infection control practices, plan of operation, and screening protocols for visitors, staff, and residents. LPA observed the facility has a 30-day supply of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). All mandated inspection control posters were posted. The smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were operable. A working telephone (714-463-4736) remains available. First Aid kit had all the necessary elements. Certificate of Liability Insurance is effective from December 9, 2023, to December 9, 2024.

LPA Kim conducted an audit of resident files (R1-R3), staff files (S1-S8), and medication and medication administration review that were in order and complete. LPA Kim conducted two (2) staff interview.

A deficiency was cited during this visit as per Title 22 Division 6 Chapter 8 of the California Code of Regulations.

An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report and appeal rights were provided to Licensee Emelyn Asis.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Lourdes Montoya
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Edward Kim
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/03/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/03/2024
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Created By: Edward Kim On 12/03/2024 at 12:18 PM
Link to Parent Document Below:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 770 THE CITY DR., SUITE 7100
ORANGE, CA 92868

FACILITY NAME: SYCAMORE CARE HOMES

FACILITY NUMBER: 306006375

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:

VISIT DATE: 12/03/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
87307(a)
87307 Personal Accommodations and Services (a) Living accommodations and grounds shall be related to the facility's function. The facility shall be large enough to provide comfortable living accommodations and privacy for the residents, staff, and others who may reside in the facility...

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed and interviewed staff S1 and S2 who stated they resided in the studio room. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 12/10/2024
Plan of Correction
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Licensee completed POC by taking out the bed and other staff personal belongings from the studio room. Licensee states this studio room will only be used for office purposes. POC Clearance on December 3, 2024.
Section Cited
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POC Due Date:
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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.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME:Lourdes Montoya
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Edward Kim
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 12/03/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 12/03/2024


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