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32 | Resident bedrooms contained the required furniture, bed linens, and adequate closet and drawer space to accommodate residents comfortably. However, LPA observed damage to the walls in a resident bedroom. LE McKenzie was advised that the damaged walls require repair and that the facility is required to maintain the physical plant in a safe and good state of repair.
Resident bathrooms were inspected. LPA observed that a bathroom was not maintained in good repair, as the main bathroom lighting was not functioning properly. LPA also observed cobwebs and a spider in the bathroom. LE was reminded that the facility is required to maintain the premises in a clean, safe, sanitary, and good state of repair and to address conditions that may contribute to the presence of insects or pests. The toilets and water faucets were operational, grab bars were secure, and the shower area was free of visible mold and mildew. The hot water temperature measured approximately 108 degrees Fahrenheit. Resident bath towels, toiletries, and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked at the time of the inspection.
The first aid kit was inspected and contained necessary supplies, including dressings, bandages, tweezers, a thermometer, and scissors.
LPA inspected the kitchen and food supply. The facility maintained an adequate supply of perishable and nonperishable foods at the time of the inspection. However, during an inspection of the pantry, LPA observed expired canned food stored with the facility's food supply. LPA observed that sharps were secured in a locked kitchen drawer. Toxic substances were also locked and inaccessible to residents in care, including substances stored beneath the kitchen sink and in cabinets near the laundry area. The kitchen fire extinguisher was observed to be fully charged. LPA observed that one stove-top burner was not operational at the time of the inspection.
LPA toured the outside grounds. The facility had adequate outdoor seating and shaded areas available for residents. Exit gates located on both sides of the facility were observed to be self-latching and operational. The facility provides activities based on residents' interests, abilities, and health conditions, including light exercise activities. During the inspection, residents were observed eating lunch and watching television.
LPA reviewed the facility's medication storage and medication administration practices. LPA observed that residents' medications were not maintained in a secured centrally stored location. Some resident medications were also observed to be improperly stored and accessible at the time of the inspection. LPA further
(Annual report continued on LIC809C)
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