Summerset Assisted Living

This report details a Complaint Investigation conducted on December 15, 2025, regarding an allegation that staff were preventing residents from choosing their own hospice agency. The investigation found insufficient evidence to support the allegation, resulting in an 'Unfounded' determination.

The facility underwent a required annual inspection conducted by the LPA. The inspection covered the physical plant, safety measures, and review of resident/staff files. No deficiencies were cited during this visit, indicating compliance with current regulations.

The inspection was a collateral visit conducted by an LPA. The LPA met with the facility administrator and interviewed a client and the client's responsible party. No deficiencies were cited during this visit.

The unannounced case management visit was conducted to review a death report. The Licensing Program Analyst reviewed resident condition and death reporting best practices with the Designee. No deficiencies were observed or cited during this visit.

This was a Complaint Investigation following an unannounced visit. The allegation that the facility was not allowing residents to get mail was substantiated. The primary deficiency cited relates to the improper handling and withholding of residents' personal mail.

This was a Case Management follow-up inspection conducted on April 17, 2025, following a substantiated complaint investigation from July 1, 2024. The report notes several deficiencies cited previously under CCR sections 87468.1(a)(2), 87465(g), 87211(a)(1)(B), and 87464(f)(4). The narrative indicates the facility was cited for serious bodily injury, resulting in a civil penalty assessment.

This report details a complaint investigation regarding alleged inadequate hygiene care for a resident. The investigation found the allegation to be unsubstantiated based on interviews, observation, and record review. No deficiencies were cited.

The facility was visited for a Case Management follow-up related to a complaint investigation. The primary deficiency found involved the use of padded mittens on a resident, which violates state regulations regarding the limitation of a resident's hands. Immediate corrective action is required to address this restriction on the resident's physical freedom.