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Findings, latest cycle2
Findings with harm or immediate jeopardy, 3 cycles0
Fines, 3 years$0
Beds63
Inspection findings
Inspectors recorded 28 findings in the last three inspection cycles.
Each entry below is a requirement that inspectors found the home did not meet on that date, in the regulator's own English wording.
| Inspection date | Area | Requirement the home did not meet (official wording, in English) | Severity | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 7, 2026 | Administration | Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility. (F0837) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated · from a complaint | Corrected: May 28, 2026 |
| Jan 23, 2026 | Nursing and physician services | Post nurse staffing information every day. (F0732) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Feb 19, 2026 |
| Sep 18, 2025 | Building and environment | Keep all essential equipment working safely. (F0908) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated · from a complaint | Corrected: Oct 13, 2025 |
Earlier inspections (25)
| Inspection date | Area | Requirement the home did not meet (official wording, in English) | Severity | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 5, 2025 | Resident assessment and care planning | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. (F0658) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated · from a complaint | Corrected: May 31, 2025 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | Food and nutrition | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. (F0812) | No harm, but a risk of harm widespread | Corrected: Jan 18, 2025 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | Pharmacy and medications | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. (F0761) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Jan 18, 2025 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | Pharmacy and medications | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. (F0758) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Jan 18, 2025 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | Pharmacy and medications | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. (F0757) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Jan 18, 2025 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | Pharmacy and medications | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. (F0755) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Jan 18, 2025 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | Resident assessment and care planning | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. (F0657) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Jan 18, 2025 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | Resident assessment and care planning | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. (F0656) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Jan 18, 2025 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | Resident assessment and care planning | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. (F0640) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Jan 18, 2025 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | Resident rights | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. (F0583) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Jan 18, 2025 |
| May 9, 2024 | Resident assessment and care planning | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. (F0658) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated · from a complaint | Corrected: May 29, 2024 |
| Feb 10, 2023 | Food and nutrition | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. (F0812) | No harm, but a risk of harm pattern | Corrected: Mar 20, 2023 |
| Feb 10, 2023 | Food and nutrition | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. (F0805) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Mar 20, 2023 |
| Feb 10, 2023 | Food and nutrition | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. (F0804) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Mar 20, 2023 |
| Feb 10, 2023 | Food and nutrition | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. (F0803) | No harm, but a risk of harm pattern | Corrected: Mar 20, 2023 |
| Feb 10, 2023 | Food and nutrition | Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. (F0801) | No harm, but a risk of harm widespread | Corrected: Mar 20, 2023 |
| Feb 10, 2023 | Pharmacy and medications | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. (F0758) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Mar 20, 2023 |
| Feb 10, 2023 | Pharmacy and medications | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. (F0755) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Mar 20, 2023 |
| Feb 10, 2023 | Resident assessment and care planning | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. (F0657) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Mar 20, 2023 |
| Feb 10, 2023 | Resident assessment and care planning | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. (F0640) | No harm, but a risk of harm pattern | Corrected: Mar 20, 2023 |
| Feb 10, 2023 | Resident rights | Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. (F0622) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Mar 20, 2023 |
| Feb 10, 2023 | Resident rights | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. (F0582) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Mar 20, 2023 |
| Feb 10, 2023 | Resident rights | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. (F0577) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Mar 20, 2023 |
| Feb 10, 2023 | Resident rights | Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency. (F0575) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Mar 20, 2023 |
| Feb 10, 2023 | Resident rights | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. (F0558) | No harm, but a risk of harm isolated | Corrected: Mar 20, 2023 |
Fines and payment denials
No federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.
Staffing
| Nurse staff hours per resident per day | 4.47 | California median: 4.27 |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day | 0.52 | California median: 0.52 |
| Nurse staff hours on weekends | 3.97 | California median: 3.85 |
| Nursing staff who left within a year | 29.0% | California median: 36.0% |
About this home
| Beds | 63 |
| Residents per day, average | 57.2 |
| Ownership | Non-profit, corporation |
| Legal business name | Covenant Living West |
| Chain | Covenant Living (16 homes) |
| In Medicare/Medicaid since | Aug 21, 2000 |
| Part of a continuing care retirement community | Yes |
Questions to ask when you call
- What was corrected after the last inspection?
- How many staff work at night and on weekends?
- Does anyone on staff speak my relative's language?
- May I visit at any time, without an appointment?
Source. Medicare Care Compare (CMS Provider Data), data dated Oct 1, 2026. Open this home on Medicare.gov
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