| Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kimberly Ramirez conducted an unannounced required annual inspection visit on 11/16/2024 and was greeted by Caregiver Lili Beth Alcala . LPA Ramirez explained the purpose of the visit. The facility is located on a residential street and is a single store dwelling.
LPA utilized the Compliance and Regulatory Enforcement (CARE) tools for the visit today and observed the following:
Physical Plant and Environment safety: Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that could pose a danger if readily available to residents, were observed to be inaccessible to residents. LPA Ramirez observed carbon monoxide detectors and smoke alarms in hallways. LPA Ramirez inspected four (4) resident rooms. All resident bedrooms contained required furniture, linens and lighting. Water temperatures in all grooming and bathing areas were measured to be with 105 – 120 degrees F. LPA Ramirez observed grab bars near toilets and inside showers. LPA Ramirez observed no-slip mat in showers.
Food Service: LPA Ramirez observed sufficient supply of nonperishables for one week and perishable foods for a minimum of two days in the facility kitchen area. Soaps, detergents, and cleaning compounds were observed to be stored away from food supplies. Freezers and refrigerators were observed to be clean and within temperatures of 0-degree F (-17.7 degree C), and refrigerators with maximum temperature of 40-degree F. (4 degree C).
Planned Activities: LPA Ramirez observed board games, magazines, and other activities for residents.
Residents Rights-Information: LPA Ramirez observed the following postings in common areas throughout the facility: Complaint Poster (PUB 475), personal rights, and nondiscrimination notice. LPA Ramirez observed facility land line.
Due to time constraints, LPA Ramirez will return at a later date to complete inspection. Exit interview was conducted. A copy of this report was provided. No violations were observed at this time.
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