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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tuesday Cabiness arrived at the facility to conduct an unannounced infection control visit. Upon entry, LPA was greeted by Administrator Richard Denogean, who allowed LPA to enter. LPA’s temperature was taken upon entry, and a cleaning station, or sign-in/visitor record book was located at the front door. There are currently (5) staff and (4) clients that are vaccinated and recently received the 5th booster and flu shot 11/2022.The current census is (4), and during today's visits, clients were at day program. When clients return from program, they are screened at the facility and screened upon entry at program. Clients do not wear mask, but all staff are required. LPA was made aware, if there is an outbreak at program, the facility will close at least (5) days. Client are tested as well. LPA observed staff to have full mask covering. LPA observed signs at the front door.
LPA reviewed the new infection control plan with the the Administrator. It was detailed with mitigation plans to ensure the facility maintains COVID and public health protocols. The facility is a single story home, that is divided, with an additional separate living quarter used for clients. LPA observed the property, and there are (2) shared rooms, and a private bathroom. The common areas were observed to be clean, including bathrooms, with soap and towels. The facility conducts COVID testing for clients and staff as needed. The facility maintains in-house testing kits. At this time, there is no plan to re-hire new staff, but facility maintains all new employee hires are required to be vaccinated before employment. There is paid sick leave policy in place. Administration continues to conduct training to staff in relation to COVID-19 and other related topics pertaining to regulations. LPA reviewed staff files for current CPR/First Aid certificates and current training records. Administrator reported the facility receives departmental emails. LPA reviewed client files for updated reports, such as IPP (Individual Program Plan) from Regional Center.
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