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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Stephanie Williams conducted a pre-licensing inspection via video-conferencing application due to the COVID-19 pandemic. LPA identified herself and conducted the tele-visit with Administrator, Adetutu Lala.
The pending application is for a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly. The facility has been granted a fire clearance for 5 non-ambulatory residents and 1 bedridden resident by the Apple Valley Fire Protection District on 12/03/2020. The facility has a total of 4 resident bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a kitchen/dining area, a living room, family room, laundry room, and attached garage. The facility also has an unattached casita that will be used as a staff room. LPA toured the interior and exterior area of the facility. The following was observed, reviewed, and inspected:
LPA inspected resident bedrooms; bedrooms have the required bedding and furniture, such as, clean mattresses/linen, sufficient storage space, and lighting. LPA inspected resident bathrooms; bathroom appliances were operating in safe and sanitary conditions and were equipped with non-skid mats and grab bars. LPA inspected the kitchen; knives, cleaning supplies, and toxins were locked and inaccessible to residents. Dishes, glasses, and utensils were in good condition and stored in a safe manner. LPA inspected the common areas; LPA observed a charged fire extinguisher, operating smoke detectors, and carbon monoxide alarms. LPA observed required postings including the department's complaint poster, residents personal rights, and the facility's emergency/disaster plan. The facility was equipped with a complete first aid kit as well as the first aid manual. There was a locked and centralized storage area for medications. The facility had a designated area for client files and staff files. The facility had a working telephone for resident use. There was adequate seating in the common areas. LPA also observed activities for the residents; such as, board games and artwork activities. LPA inspected the outdoor space; there are 2 fountains on the property; however, they were drained at the time of inspection. The outdoor area also had a shaded seating area for residents. LPA observed that side gates were unlocked and kept free of obstruction. |