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32 | LPA Cho tested the hot water temperature in the resident bathrooms and the temperature measured at 114.8 degrees Fahrenheit in the Bathrooms #1 & #2, 115.5 degrees Fahrenheit in Bathrooms #3 & #4, and 113.3 degrees Fahrenheit in Bathroom #5.
LPA Cho inspected the kitchen along with Admin Tistoj. Perishable and non-perishable food supplies were checked and adequately stocked at the time of the visit. The fire extinguishers were fully charged and the auditory devices were operational. The smoke/carbon monoxide detectors were tested by The Regency Fire Protection Maintenance Inc. on 09/13/2022 and were also operational. Medications, toxins, and sharps were locked and inaccessible to the residents.
LPA Cho toured the outside grounds with Admin Tistoj. LPA observed two courtyards adjacent to the resident bedrooms. There was shading and sufficient seating for residents, and the walkways around the facility were clear of hazards. The exit gate was self-closing and self-latching.
LPA Cho reviewed the Emergency and Disaster Plan for Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (LIC610E). Facility has a plan for COVID-19 testing residents and staff as well as a plan for isolation as needed. Facility has back-up emergency food and water supply. The First Aid Kit met all the required components, and the facility had sufficient PPEs. LPA reviewed Assembly Bill (AB) 665. This bill would require residential facilities serving adults, residential care facilities for persons with chronic life-threatening illness, and residential care facilities for the elderly with existing internet service to provide at least one internet access device that can support real-time interactive applications, is equipped with video conferencing technology, and is dedicated for client or resident use. The facility has an existing internet service and provides a tablet and iPad upon request.
LPA Cho reminded the importance of staying abreast with CCLD's COVID-19 guidance by reviewing and printing the Provider Information Notices (PINs) as well as by attending the CCLD Informational Calls. The PINs can be accessed at: www.ccld.ca.gov.
Based on the observations made during today's visit, no deficiency is cited in this review as per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Ruth Tistoj, and a copy of this report was provided. |