197601859-6-14-2022-31-AS-APAA-CFDPGE-20220614111814

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197601859
Report Date: 06/14/2022
Date Signed: 06/14/2022 11:19:07 AM

Document Has Been Signed on 06/14/2022 11:19 AM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 21731 VENTURA BLVD., STE. 250
WOODLAND HILLS, CA 91364

FACILITY NAME:	PALMDALE COURT CARE HOME		FACILITY NUMBER:	197601859
ADMINISTRATOR:	EMMA RUTH C. ARANDA		FACILITY TYPE:	740
ADDRESS:	37656 SIMI STREET		TELEPHONE:	(661) 285-0021
CITY:	PALMDALE	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	93552
CAPACITY:	6	CENSUS: 3	DATE:	06/14/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	10:15 AM
MET WITH:	Emma Ruth, Administrator		TIME COMPLETED:	11:45 AM

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At 10:15am Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Angela Panushkina, conducted an unannounced annual inspection at the facility mentioned above. LPA was greeted by the Administrator, Emma Ruth, who granted access to the facility. LPA explained the reason for the visit.

LPA conducted a physical tour with the Administrator and observed the following:

Infection control: LPA reviewed the facility mitigation plan (approved on 03/29/2021) to make sure licensee was following current infection control recommendations. Upon arrival, LPA was screened and asked to sign-in the visitors’ log. In addition, LPA was asked all infection control questions. Proper signage was observed inside along the hallway and in the restrooms. Hand sanitizer was also observed. Administrator stated they have sufficient PPE supplies for residents and staff.

Kitchen: At approximately, 10:25am LPA toured the kitchen area and observed enough supplies of staple non-perishable for minimum 1 week and perishable for 2 days at the facility. All knives and sharps are observed to be locked in the kitchen cabinet and inaccessible to residents in care. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on 08/18/2021.

Medications: At approximately, 10:30pm LPA observed medications are centrally stored and locked in the kitchen cabinet and inaccessible to residents in care.

Bedrooms: There are four (4) bedrooms designated for residents use and have sufficient lighting. All bedrooms are properly furnished, clean and have appropriate bedding and linens. Auditory alarms were tested and observed to be operational

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Nichelle Gillyard	TELEPHONE: (818) 596-4341
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Angela Panushkina	TELEPHONE: 747-230-3364
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/14/2022

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/14/2022

This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 21731 VENTURA BLVD., STE. 250
WOODLAND HILLS, CA 91364

FACILITY NAME: PALMDALE COURT CARE HOME	FACILITY NUMBER: 197601859
	VISIT DATE: 06/14/2022

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Bathrooms: At 10:35am LPA observed all bathrooms are clean and in good repair. Properly supplied with toilet papers, soap and paper towels. The hot water temperature measured at 106.3°F. LPA observed appropriate grab bars and showers had non-skid mats. LPA observed appropriate hand washing signs posted in each bathroom.

Common Areas: The facility maintains a comfortable temperature at 76°F. The living room and dining area appeared clean and were properly furnished and the fireplace is adequately screened.

Garage: LPA observed a laundry area located by the garage. Extra food, PPE supplies and laundry detergents were observed in attached garage which was kept locked and inaccessible to residents in care.

Smoke detectors/carbon monoxide. Dual smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were located throughout the facility, and at 10:50am they were tested and observed to be operational.

Outside areas: At approximately, 11:00am LPA toured the outside area of the facility. LPA observed appropriate outdoor furniture, with a covered shaded area for residents. LPA discussed the importance of maintaining the care and supervision to meet the needs of residents. There are no bodies of water.

Administrative: LPA collected Certificate of Liability Insurance, and LIC.500.

No citations issued during this visit. Exit interview conducted. Copy of report emailed to Licensee.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Nichelle Gillyard	TELEPHONE: (818) 596-4341
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Angela Panushkina	TELEPHONE: 747-230-3364
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/14/2022

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/14/2022

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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