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25 | On 5/12/22, at 10:42am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Susan Campos conducted an unannounced annual required visit with a primary focus on Infection Control measures using the new CARE Inspection Tool. LPA was allowed entry into the facility by Mona Alcarez, Administrator. LPA met with Ms. Alcarez and explained the purpose of the visit. The facility is licensed to operate RCFE and dementia residents, that includes twenty-seven (27) non-ambulatory residents, of which 5 may be bedridden, and may retain up to 8 hospice residents with total care. The facility currently has 27 residents in care. The facility does not handle any of the residents’ money. Last fire drill was conducted on 4/5/2022. The facility is a two-story residential building located in a residential neighborhood. LPA Campos and Ms. Alcarez, Administrator, toured the facility which consisted of the following: first floor: the facility has a lobby/receptionist/office area, living room, dining room, 8 resident bedrooms, and 8 bathrooms. Second floor: common areas, living room, dining area, 9 resident bedroom, and 9 bathrooms. Front porch/ cover ceiling and (3) tables and (12) chairs, and secondary sitting area with (2) tables, (2) umbrellas, and 10 chairs, large bird cage with 30 birds, and vegetable/ fruit garden, areas used for resident activities; second floor outside patio with (3) tables, (3) umbrellas, and 12 chairs. LPA toured the physical plant with Ms. Alcarez. There were no bodies of water or obstructions on the premises. Rooms #4, #5, #6, #10, #14, and #15 were inspected. Beds and bedding supplies were in good condition, adequate lighting provided, storage for client personal belongings was observed. Bed linens, comforters, and bath towels were adequately stocked at the time of visit. Bathrooms were found to be within Title 22 regulations and were clean and operational. The hot water temperature measured at 118 degrees Fahrenheit. A comfortable temperature of 73 degrees was maintained in the facility. The LPA observed the facility to be sanitary and appropriately furnished at the time of visit. Storage areas for personal hygiene, cleaning supplies, toxins, and sharp objects were stored and not accessible to clients. The kitchen was inspected and there is sufficient perishable and non-perishable food available and observed to be maintained properly. First Aid kit was checked and has required items. Fire extinguishers are charged, smoke detectors and carbon monoxide are operable. Fire Drills were observed to be maintained in order and accurate.
Evaluation Report Continues on LIC 809-C
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