The Avenues Transitional Care Center

• Star rating

  The CMS overall star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.

• Star rating

  The CMS staffing star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.

• Star rating

  The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 5 of 5.

• Star rating

  The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.

• Star rating

  The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.

• Star rating

  The CMS overall star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 3 of 5.

• Star rating

  The CMS staffing star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.

• Star rating

  The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.

• Star rating

  The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.

CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.

227 of 1,165 California homes (19%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2025.

• Citation F0689. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

  CMS lists it as corrected on October 20, 2025.

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CMS fine of $12,685 on October 2, 2025.

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• Health citation

  CMS removed citation F0758 from the health inspection on March 24, 2025.

• Star rating

  The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.

• Star rating

  The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.

CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

• Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 20, 2025.

• Citation F0684. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 20, 2025.

• Citation F0755. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 20, 2025.

• Citation F0761. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: 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.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 20, 2025.

  CMS has cited this home for F0761 2 times since 2021.

• Citation F0880. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 20, 2025.

• Citation F0550. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 20, 2025.

• Citation F0554. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 20, 2025.

  CMS has cited this home for F0554 2 times since 2021.

• Citation F0757. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 20, 2025.

• Citation F0758. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: 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.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 20, 2025.

• Citation F0806. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 20, 2025.

  CMS has cited this home for F0806 2 times since 2024.

• Citation F0912. Severity B: potential for minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 20, 2025.

  CMS has cited this home for F0912 2 times since 2021.

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CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

• Citation K0355. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 7, 2025.

• Citation K0363. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 7, 2025.

  CMS has cited this home for K0363 3 times since 2021.

• Citation K0161. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Use approved construction type or materials.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 7, 2025.

  CMS has cited this home for K0161 2 times since 2024.

• Citation K0211. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 7, 2025.

  CMS has cited this home for K0211 2 times since 2024.

• Citation K0353. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 7, 2025.

  CMS has cited this home for K0353 3 times since 2021.

• Citation K0711. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 7, 2025.

  CMS has cited this home for K0711 2 times since 2024.

• Citation K0919. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 7, 2025.

  CMS has cited this home for K0919 2 times since 2024.

• Citation K0923. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 7, 2025.

• Citation E0039. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 7, 2025.

• Citation K0712. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 7, 2025.

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• Star rating

  The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

• Star rating

  The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.

CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

• Citation F0636. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

  CMS lists it as corrected on June 21, 2024.

• Citation F0655. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

  CMS lists it as corrected on June 21, 2024.

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• Star rating

  The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.

• Star rating

  The CMS overall star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.

• Star rating

  The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.

CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

• Citation F0806. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

  CMS lists it as corrected on February 25, 2024.

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CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

• Citation E0035. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide family notifications of emergency plan.

  CMS lists it as corrected on February 29, 2024.

• Citation K0918. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

  CMS lists it as corrected on February 29, 2024.

  CMS has cited this home for K0918 2 times since 2021.

• Citation K0345. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

  CMS lists it as corrected on February 29, 2024.

• Citation K0363. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

  CMS lists it as corrected on February 29, 2024.

• Citation E0031. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide emergency officials' contact information.

  CMS lists it as corrected on February 29, 2024.

• Citation K0161. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Use approved construction type or materials.

  CMS lists it as corrected on February 29, 2024.

• Citation K0211. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

  CMS lists it as corrected on February 29, 2024.

• Citation K0321. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

  CMS lists it as corrected on February 29, 2024.

• Citation K0353. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

  CMS lists it as corrected on February 29, 2024.

• Citation K0711. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

  CMS lists it as corrected on February 29, 2024.

• Citation K0919. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.

  CMS lists it as corrected on February 29, 2024.

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CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

• Citation F0552. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

  CMS lists it as corrected on June 11, 2021.

• Citation F0554. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

  CMS lists it as corrected on June 11, 2021.

• Citation F0658. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

  CMS lists it as corrected on June 11, 2021.

• Citation F0693. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

  CMS lists it as corrected on June 11, 2021.

• Citation F0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: 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.

  CMS lists it as corrected on June 11, 2021.

• Citation F0912. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.

  CMS lists it as corrected on June 11, 2021.

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CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

• Citation K0353. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 27, 2021.

• Citation K0918. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 27, 2021.

• Citation K0225. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 27, 2021.

• Citation K0363. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

  CMS lists it as corrected on April 27, 2021.

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