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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tena Herrera conducted the required annual inspection. LPA arrived unannounced and met with Gerry Markie (Licensee) and explained the reason for the visit. The facility is licensed to serve 6 non-ambulatory residents and 2 hospice residents age 60 years and older.
The facility is a single-story home located in a residential area consisting of: three (3) client bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen/dining area, living room, covered patio area, detached garage and staff bedroom with its own entrance.
LPA utilized the Compliance and Regulatory Enforcement (CARE) tools for the visit today and observed the following:
Infection Control: The facility staff are using appropriate hand hygiene and gloves while assisting residents’ medications. Staff are still cleaning and disinfecting throughout the day. Facility has sufficient PPE supplies and has an Infection Control Plan.
Physical Plant & Environment Safety: There are 3 client bedrooms, 2 client bathrooms, living room, kitchen, dining area. Clients’ bedrooms were checked and closet/drawer space to accommodate each client comfortably was available. The outdoor and passageways are free of obstruction. There are no security bars or weapons on the premises. Hygiene products are readily available and stored in dressers within the clients bedrooms. The hot water temperature was tested in kitchen and client bathrooms, they measured between 108.3 – 115.8 degrees F, these are within the required range of 105-120 degrees. The front yard is free of debris/hazards. All storage areas for cleaning solutions, and toxins are stored in a locked garage. The knives and sharp items are stored in a locked closet in hallway. The last Fire/Emergency Drill was conducted on 4/2023. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors are operable and in compliance. The fire extinguisher was observed in the dining area and is fully charged.
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