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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Victoria Chitgian arrived unannounced to conduct a visit to the facility for a required annual inspection. Facility is an Enhanced Behavioral Support Home- Adult Residential Facility. LPA was greeted and granted entry by the lead staff Jorge Ramos. Facility had one client present during the inspection. LPA spoke with the Administrator over the phone, who was unable to be present for the visit.
LPA conducted a walk-through the facility's interior and exterior. Outdoor and indoor passageways were kept free of obstruction, with no hazards observed. The facility has a charged fire extinguisher, operating fire alarm systems, and a carbon monoxide detector present. LPA toured the kitchen. Food was stored in a safe and healthful manner. The facility had a two (2) day supply of perishable food items and seven (7) day supply of nonperishable food items. The facility menu was available for review and included nutritious options. LPA toured the client bedrooms. The client bedrooms had functional lighting and required furniture. The facility had a supply of additional linen and extra hygiene items for the clients. The facility had a complete first aid kit available and the last disaster drill was conducted on 4/23/2023. Cleaning supplies, medications, and sharps were kept locked and inaccessible to the clients. Cleaning supplies were stored in the garage locked away. Centrally stored medications were kept in a safe and locked closet. Sharps were stored in a secured area in the kitchen. LPA toured the bathrooms. Hot water temperature was measured in the bathroom and was found within required limits at 108 degrees Fahrenheit. The outside of the facility had a shaded area with seating for client comfort. The facility does not have bodies of water.
LPA reviewed client files. Client files had the required documentation including an admission's agreement, updated physician's reports, and appraisal/needs & services plans. All required postings were visible in a common area including the visitation policy, client rights and the Emergency/Disaster plan. Sufficient staff are employed and present in the facility to meet the needs of the consumers in care. Due to time limitations, LPA was unable to review client medications, personnel files, and the P& I ledger.
No deficiencies were issued during this visit. An exit interview was conducted where this report (LIC 809) was discussed and provided to the lead staff Jorge Ramos, at the end of the visit. |