Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Jenny Olson arrived unannounced to conduct a one year required annual. LPA met with Administrator and Licensee and explained the reason for the visit.
LPA toured the physical plant areas inside and outside to ensure there are no health and safety hazards and facility is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations.
Kitchen: The facility has a sufficient supply of non-perishable and perishable food items. Cleaning supplies and disinfectants are stored in the garage, inaccessible to clients.
Common areas: Living and dining room furniture were observed to be in good condition. At 1:30 p.m., smoke detector(s) and carbon monoxide detector were tested and operational at the time of the visit. LPA observed required postings throughout the common space. The fire extinguisher was charged and serviced 9/14/2023.
The backyard has a covered outdoor area equipped with furniture for client use. No bodies of water noted. The washer and dryer are in the garage. The garage is not locked.
Restrooms: The client restroom was in operating condition with non-skid surfaces but needed cleaning. The bathroom was sufficiently stocked with soap and paper towels. Around 12:15 p.m., the hot water temperature measured in the client restroom at 119.8 degrees Fahrenheit.
Bedrooms: There are three (3) client rooms, which were furnished with required furniture. Beds had no fitted sheets but clients said they don't want sheets. A linen closet was located outside of the rooms, which stocked top sheets and towels.
Records: LPA reviewed client and staff records at 9:45 a.m. LPA reviewed five (5) client files for, but not limited to, the following: signed admission agreements, current medical assessments with TB results, and needs and services plan. All files were complete. Continued on 809-C
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