ECOLUX ASSISTED LIVING

Official classification

Type A

Official code

87309(a)

Regulation authority

CCR

What the official deficiency says

(a) Except as specified in subsection (b), the licensee shall ensure that disinfectants, cleaning (a) solutions, poisonous substances, knives, matches, tools, sharp objects, and other similar items which could pose a danger to residents are in locked storage and are not left unattended if outside the locked storage. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Deficient Practice Statement Based on observation, licensee failed to disinfectants, cleaning solutions locked and inaccessible which poses an immediate health and safety risk to the residents in care.

Official plan of correction

POC Due Date: 07/14/2026 Plan of Correction Caregiver immediately locked laundry room door during inspection. Deficiency cleared during inspection.

Official classification

Type A

Official code

87465(h)(2)

Regulation authority

CCR

What the official deficiency says

(h) The following requirements shall apply to medications which are centrally stored: (2) Centrally stored medicines shall be kept in a safe and locked place that is not accessible to persons other than employees responsible for the supervision of the centrally stored medication. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Deficient Practice Statement Based on observation, licensee failed to keep medications locked and inaccessible in kitchen refrigerator which poses an immediate health and safety risk to the residents in care.

Official plan of correction

POC Due Date: 07/14/2026 Plan of Correction By POC date, licensee will remove medications from the refrigerator, place it in a locked box or purchase a mini refrigerator with a lock to place medications in. Licensee will send photo email to CCL.

Official classification

Type B

Official code

87303(a)

Regulation authority

CCR

What the official deficiency says

(a) The facility shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times. Maintenance shall include provision of maintenance services and procedures for the safety and well-being of residents, employees and visitors. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Deficient Practice Statement Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by having Chester of drawers handles in RM#3 and RM#4 in disrepair which poses a potential safety and personal rights risk to persons in care.

Official plan of correction

POC Due Date: 07/23/2026 Plan of Correction By POC date, licensee will repair Chester of drawers handles or replace Chester of drawers and send email photo to CCL.

Official classification

Type A

Official code

87309(a)

Regulation authority

CCR

What the official deficiency says

87309 Storage Space and Access (a) Except as specified in subsection (b), the licensee shall ensure that disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisonous substances, knives, matches, tools, sharp objects, and other similar items which could pose a danger to residents are in locked storage and are not left unattended if outside the locked storage. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in not having cleaning solution, knives and scissors inaccessible to residents which poses an immediate health and safety risk to persons in care.

Official plan of correction

Caregiver locked cabinets with cleaning solutions and drawer with knives and scissors immediately. Deficiency cleared during visit

Deadline recorded: Apr 24, 2026. A deadline is not proof that correction was completed.

Official classification

Type A

Official code

87202(a)

Regulation authority

CCR

What the official deficiency says

87202 Fire Clearance (a) All facilities shall maintain a fire clearance approved by the city, county, or city and county fire department, or district providing fire protection services, or the State Fire Marshal. Prior to accepting or retaining any of the following types of persons, the applicant or licensee shall notify the licensing agency and obtain an appropriate fire clearance approved by the city, county, or city and county fire department, or district providing fire protection services, or the State Fire Marshal. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on interview and observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by having facility’s front door entrance/exit locked with child safety lock and a keypad doorknob that uses a code for entry and exiting of facility which poses an immediate safety risk to persons in care.

Official plan of correction

By POC date Administrator agreed to remove keypad doorknob and child safety lock from front entrance and exit door, administrator will replace keypad doorknob with lock and key doorknob. Administrator will send email photo to CCL. Civil penalty of $500 is being assessed

Deadline recorded: Apr 9, 2026. A deadline is not proof that correction was completed.

Official classification

Type B

Official code

87465(h)(5)

Regulation authority

HSC

What the official deficiency says

(h) The following requirements shall apply to medications which are centrally stored: (5) Each resident's medication shall be stored in its originally received container. No medications shall be transferred between containers. Based on LPA's observation licensee did not coply with the section cited above by having medication transferred into a weekly pill organizer which poses a potential health and safety risk to residents in care.

Official plan of correction

Licensee/Administrator will submit a written statement of having read and understood the regulation and conducted in-service training with all staff, by a CCLD approved vendor by the POC date, provide CCLD with a copy of all signatures of staff attended no later than the POC date.

Deadline recorded: Nov 25, 2025. A deadline is not proof that correction was completed.

Official classification

Type A

Official code

87705(f)(2)

Regulation authority

CCR

What the official deficiency says

(f) The following shall be stored inaccessible to residents with dementia: (2) Over-the-counter medication, nutritional supplements or vitamins, alcohol, cigarettes, and toxic substances such as certain plants, gardening supplies, cleaning supplies and disinfectants. Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in having laundry detergent in an unlocked closet which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

Official plan of correction

Caregiver immediately removed the key and locked the laundry room door which contained the laundry detergent. Administrator to conduct in-service and forward sign in sheet to CCLD by the POC date.

Deadline recorded: Nov 19, 2025. A deadline is not proof that correction was completed.

Official classification

Type A

Official code

87202(a)(2)

Regulation authority

CCR

What the official deficiency says

(a)All facilities shall maintain a fire clearance approved by the... city and county fire department... Prior to accepting or retaining any... types of persons, the applicant or licensee shall notify the licensing agency and obtain an appropriate fire clearance approved... (2) Bedridden persons This requirement was not met as evidence by: Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by having a bedridden resident without a bedridden fire clearance which poses an immediate health and safety risk to persons in care.

Official plan of correction

Facility has agreed to notify the fire department. Facility will submit proof of notification and LIC200 to CCLD by POC date. Civil penalty of $500 is assessed for fire clearance violation.

Deadline recorded: Jul 10, 2025. A deadline is not proof that correction was completed.

Official classification

Type A

Official code

87309(a)

Regulation authority

CCR

What the official deficiency says

a) Except as specified in subsection (b), the licensee shall ensure that disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisonous substances, knives, matches, tools, sharp objects, and other similar items, which could pose a danger to residents are in locked storage and are not left unattended if outside the locked storage. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by having scissors in an unlocked drawer in residents shared bathroom and an unlocked kitchen drawer with knives which poses an immediate health and safety risk to persons in care.

Official plan of correction

Caregiver immediately removed scissors and placed them in a locked drawer; Administrator repaired the lock on kitchen drawer. Deficiency cleared during visit

Deadline recorded: Jul 10, 2025. A deadline is not proof that correction was completed.

Official classification

Type A

Official code

87465(h)(2)

Regulation authority

CCR

What the official deficiency says

(h) The following requirements shall apply to medications which are centrally stored: (2) Centrally stored medicines shall be kept in a safe and locked place that is not accessible to persons other than employees responsible for the supervision of the centrally stored medication. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by having pre poured medications in an unlocked kitchen drawer and laxatives in an unlocked kitchen cabinet, which poses an immediate health and safety risk to persons in care.

Official plan of correction

Administrator had staff removed pre poured medications from containers and place them back in the original containers. Caregiver removed medications and placed them in locked cabinet. Deficiency cleared during visit.

Deadline recorded: Jul 10, 2025. A deadline is not proof that correction was completed.

Official classification

Type B

Official code

87355(a)(2)

Regulation authority

CCR

What the official deficiency says

(e) All individuals subject to a criminal record review pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1569.17(b) shall prior to working, residing or volunteering in a licensed facility: (2) Request a transfer of a criminal record clearance as specified in Section 87355(c) or... This requirement is not met as evidence by: Based on record review, licensee did not comply with the section cited above by not associating S3 to the facility which poses a potential health and safety risk to the persons in care.

Official plan of correction

Administrator agreed to associate S3 and send a self- certifying email to CCLD by POC date.

Deadline recorded: Jul 16, 2025. A deadline is not proof that correction was completed.

Official classification

Type B

Official code

87303(e)(4)

Regulation authority

CCR

What the official deficiency says

(e) Water supplies and plumbing fixtures shall be maintained as follows: (4) Grab bars shall be maintained for each toilet, bathtub and shower used by residents. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by not having grab bars for shower in residents shared bathrooms, which poses a potential health and safety risk to persons in care.

Official plan of correction

Administrator has agreed to send a self- certifying email to maintain grab bars for shower in residents shared restroom to CCLD by POC date.

Deadline recorded: Jul 16, 2025. A deadline is not proof that correction was completed.

Official classification

Type B

Official code

87203

Regulation authority

CCR

What the official deficiency says

All facilities shall be maintained in conformity with the regulations adopted by the State Fire Marshal for the protection of life and property against fire and panic Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by having a staff room in linen closet with a complete bed and clothing, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

Official plan of correction

Administrator agreed to submit a LIC200, updated facility sketch or send proof (photo) of closet no longer being used for staff to CCLD by POC date.

Deadline recorded: Jul 16, 2025. A deadline is not proof that correction was completed.