Newport Academy – Morada

Deficiency cited at inspection

On January 05, 2026, at 12: PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jacqueline Garcia conducted an unannounced case management inspection at the facility and met with Operational Program Manger, Dijon Davis, regarding incident report that occurred on 12/08/25. The department received the serious incident report on 12/23/25 and 12/24/25. LPA conducted an inspection of the facility with Dijon. Community Care Licensing (CCL) was not provided Incident reports within the required time frame. After further review the facility is being cited for violation of Title 22, General Licensing Requirements, Section Reporting Requirements. An exit interview was conducted, a copy of this report, appeal rights and LIC 811 was reviewed and provided to Dijon Davis.

Deficiency cited at inspection

On May 8, 2025, at 9: AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Stefanie Mutialu made an unannounced visit for the for the purpose of conducting an annual inspection of the facility. LPA met with Program Manager, Dijon Davis and Benjamin Tschirhart arrived later. The Facility is licensed to serve six (6) ambulatory children ages 12-17 years old. The current census is five (5) children. The facility is a one story three-bedroom, five-bathroom home. A physical plant inspection was completed with Program Manager, Dijon Davis and included the following checks: three client bedrooms, four client bathrooms, two staff bathrooms, kitchen, living room, dining room,sitting room, family room, pantry, care coordinator office, medication room. three therapy offices, theater room (under renovation), laundry room/storage, fitness room in the garage and a school building in the back of the home consisting of two classrooms. two bathrooms, and a kitchen. There is a pool located in the backyard that is enclosed by a 5-foot fence that is not locked and does not meet per Title 22 regulations. LPA observed the pool fence door latch is broken and does not latch/close. The pool fence door is uneven and hanging down to the left side and is unable to close. Facility is receiving a type A citation for the broken pool fence door latch and broken pool fence door. When pool is in use there are staff members present at all times. During inspection LPA observed staff direct supervision in the pool area while ...

Deficiency cited at inspection

On May 8, 2025, at 9: AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Stefanie Mutialu made an unannounced visit for the for the purpose of conducting an annual inspection of the facility. LPA met with Program Manager, Dijon Davis and Benjamin Tschirhart arrived later. The Facility is licensed to serve six (6) ambulatory children ages 12-17 years old. The current census is five (5) children. The facility is a one story three-bedroom, five-bathroom home. A physical plant inspection was completed with Program Manager, Dijon Davis and included the following checks: three client bedrooms, four client bathrooms, two staff bathrooms, kitchen, living room, dining room,sitting room, family room, pantry, care coordinator office, medication room. three therapy offices, theater room (under renovation), laundry room/storage, fitness room in the garage and a school building in the back of the home consisting of two classrooms. two bathrooms, and a kitchen. There is a pool located in the backyard that is enclosed by a 5-foot fence that is not locked and does not meet per Title 22 regulations. LPA observed the pool fence door latch is broken and does not latch/close. The pool fence door is uneven and hanging down to the left side and is unable to close. Facility is receiving a type A citation for the broken pool fence door latch and broken pool fence door. When pool is in use there are staff members present at all times. During inspection LPA observed staff direct supervision in the pool area while ...

Substantiated (one of several allegations)

On March 28, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jacqueline Garcia arrived to the facility and met with Residential Director, Amanda Seymour, to discuss the investigative findings for the allegation noted above. On 09/16/ LPA conducted an inspection of the facility, and no deficiencies were noted. LPA interviewed two clients (C1, C4), three staff (S1-S3), and attempted to interview two client (C2, C3) and one staff (S4) however was not able to reach them for interview. During the investigation, LPA reviewed facility client files, incident reports and program statement. ****PAGE Based on confidential interviews and records reviewed, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met regarding the allegation that staff did not prevent C1 from accessing a knife while in care is found to be substantiated. The preponderance of evidence standard has been met. The facility is cited for violation of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, 80087 (g)(1) Buildings and Grounds. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report along with appeal rights was provided to Amanda Seymour. *****Page Continued. Confidential interviews and documents reviewed revealed the facility provides staff with client's information through shift reports and assessments. However, clients that left the facility without permission were unable to be interviewed to confirm that staff used emergency interventions to prevent clients from leaving the facility. Based on confidential ...

Substantiated (one of several allegations)

On March 28, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jacqueline Garcia arrived to the facility and met with Residential Director, Amanda Seymour, to discuss the investigative findings for the allegation noted above. On 09/16/ LPA conducted an inspection of the facility, and no deficiencies were noted. LPA interviewed two clients (C1, C4), three staff (S1-S3), and attempted to interview two client (C2, C3) and one staff (S4) however was not able to reach them for interview. During the investigation, LPA reviewed facility client files, incident reports and program statement. ****PAGE Based on confidential interviews and records reviewed, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met regarding the allegation that staff did not prevent C1 from accessing a knife while in care is found to be substantiated. The preponderance of evidence standard has been met. The facility is cited for violation of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, 80087 (g)(1) Buildings and Grounds. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report along with appeal rights was provided to Amanda Seymour. *****Page Continued. Confidential interviews and documents reviewed revealed the facility provides staff with client's information through shift reports and assessments. However, clients that left the facility without permission were unable to be interviewed to confirm that staff used emergency interventions to prevent clients from leaving the facility. Based on confidential ...

Deficiency cited at inspection

On April 25, 2023 at 2:48pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Adrian Mendez arrived unannounced at the facility to conduct a Case Management inspection. The purpose of the case management was to address information received regarding C1's bedroom and sleeping arrangement at the facility. LPA met with Director Amanda Seymour. It was observed that C1 was living in a room that is commonly used as an office/group room. The facility is being cited for violation of the Welfare and Institutions Code (WIC), 16001.9 (17) Personal Rights on the attached LIC 809D. The facility is also being cited for violation of California Code of Regulations, Title 22, 84087(b)(4) Buildings and Grounds on the attached LIC 809D. Based on confidential interviews and observations obtained on 03/30/2023, it was confirmed that the facility placed C1 at the facility giving C1 a group room/office space to occupy as a bedroom. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report and appeal rights were explained to Director Amanda Seymour. Due to printer malfunction, this report will be emailed to Director Amanda Seymour.

Deficiency cited at inspection

On April 4, 2023 at 12:45pm, Licensing Program Analysts (LPA's) Adrian Mendez, and Eduardo Barragan arrived unannounced at the facility to conduct an Annual Continuation inspection of the Random Annual inspection that began on 03/27/2023. LPA's traveled to facility #306004815 to complete staff file review. LPA's met with Director Amanda Seymour, and Human Resources Assistant Anahi Mendoza. All the staff records are accessible electronically via a secured records portal. LPA's reviewed 5 staff files. LPA's observed one staff file, S2, did not have a valid CPR/First Aid training certification. Per a review of the Community Care Licensing Information System (LIS), all staff met DOJ/FBI criminal record clearances and Child Abuse Index Check requirements. Based on the facility inspection, and file review, California Code of Regulations, Title 22, 80075(f) Health-Related Services, are being cited on the attached LIC 809D regarding S2 not having a current CPR/First Aid training certification. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was explained to Director Amanda Seymour. Due to printer malfunction, this report will be emailed to Director Amanda Seymour.

Deficiency cited at inspection

On April 4, 2023 at 12:45pm, Licensing Program Analysts (LPA's) Adrian Mendez, and Eduardo Barragan arrived unannounced at the facility to conduct an Annual Continuation inspection of the Random Annual inspection that began on 03/27/2023. LPA's traveled to facility #306004815 to complete staff file review. LPA's met with Director Amanda Seymour, and Human Resources Assistant Anahi Mendoza. All the staff records are accessible electronically via a secured records portal. LPA's reviewed 5 staff files. LPA's observed one staff file, S2, did not have a valid CPR/First Aid training certification. Per a review of the Community Care Licensing Information System (LIS), all staff met DOJ/FBI criminal record clearances and Child Abuse Index Check requirements. Based on the facility inspection, and file review, California Code of Regulations, Title 22, 80075(f) Health-Related Services, are being cited on the attached LIC 809D regarding S2 not having a current CPR/First Aid training certification. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was explained to Director Amanda Seymour. Due to printer malfunction, this report will be emailed to Director Amanda Seymour.