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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Dwayne Mason Jr. arrived at the facility unannounced for the purpose of conducting a required annual inspection. LPA was greeted at the facility by Enrico Mendoza, Caregiver. Caregiver, Ildefonso Caday joined the inspection after Caregiver Mendoza's shift ended. LPA spoke with administrator Alvin Mendoza via phone call and explained the purpose of the inspection.
The facility is one-story home with four client bedrooms, two client bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, living room, staff room, detached 2-car garage and backyard. Facility appears clean, safe and sanitary. LPA observed the facility has the necessary postings posted on the walls. All client rooms had the required elements, including bed, chair, closet space and ample lighting. Facility has extra linens and hygiene supplies for clients in hallway cabinets. Restrooms are stocked with soap and paper towels and have hand washing postings. Hot water measured between 105 and 120 degrees F. LPA observed facility has emergency food and water supply. LPA observed the fire extinguisher was serviced on 8/16/2024 according to the attached service tag. Smoke/Carbon Monoxide detector were tested and noted as operational. LPA observed hazardous items such as knives, chemicals and cleaners to be locked up in the kitchen. Knives are locked up separate from toxic chemicals. Medication for each client is kept locked in a cabinet in the kitchen. Exit gate is unlocked. LPA observed exit gate to be unobstructed. LPA reviewed three client files and three staff files. LPA reviewed the disaster drill log. LPA reviewed client P&I. Based on P&I review, LPA determined client funds were co-mingled with petty cash. A citation is being issued. LPA also reviewed medication for three clients. LPA interviewed one staff and one client.
Based on today's inspection, one citation is being issued. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of
this report, deficiency page, technical assistances and appeal rights were provided to the facility. |