Vita Bella Elderly Care

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT

The inspection identified two significant deficiencies, both classified as Type A, indicating immediate risks to resident health, safety, and personal rights. Specifically, the facility's exit gate was improperly secured, and a resident's room lacked necessary window coverings for privacy. Immediate corrective action is required for both cited violations.

The inspection was a Case Management visit following up on previous non-compliance concerns. Two deficiencies were cited: one Type A deficiency related to medication administration records and counts, and one Type B deficiency concerning the failure to update a resident's condition assessment. Both deficiencies require staff training and documentation updates to ensure resident safety and compliance.

The facility received an unannounced annual inspection and was found to have multiple deficiencies across several critical areas. Key deficiencies include inadequate food supplies, a violation of residents' right to leave the facility due to gate manipulation, and unaddressed broken windows. Immediate corrective action is required for these safety and compliance issues.

This was a Case Management follow-up inspection following a Non-Compliance Conference (NCC) held on January 30, 2025. The report notes the facility's continued struggle with compliance, citing numerous previous deficiencies. Key areas of concern discussed include incontinence care, staff clearance, fire safety, food supply management, and overall adherence to basic care standards.

This was an unannounced Plan of Correction (POC) visit to verify compliance with deficiencies cited on previous visits. The report explicitly states that the facility has cleared deficiencies cited under Title 22 Regulation 87203 Fire Safety and Title 22 Regulation 87468.1(a)(6) Personal Rights of Residents in All Facilities. No other deficiencies were observed or cited during this visit.

This was an unannounced Plan of Correction (POC) visit to verify compliance with deficiencies cited on previous visits. The report explicitly states that the facility has cleared deficiencies cited under Title 22 Regulation 87203 Fire Safety and Title 22 Regulation 87468.1(a)(6) Personal Rights of Residents in All Facilities. No other deficiencies were observed or cited during this visit.

The case management visit identified significant deficiencies related to facility safety and resident rights. Specifically, the facility was cited for locking the emergency front door at night, which violates both fire safety codes and residents' personal rights. These are classified as Type A deficiencies due to the immediate risk they pose to the health and safety of the residents.