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25 | On 11/7/2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tobola conducted an unannounced Annual Required – 1 yr. inspection visit for this facility and was greeted by Administrator, Rose Devera. The facility is licensed for six non-ambulatory residents and a hospice waiver for three. The facility currently provides care for five residents, none of which are receiving hospice services and some of which with a diagnosis of dementia.
LPA continued with a tour of the facility with Administrator, facility was found to be clean and at a comfortable temperature with all exits free from obstruction. Facility exits were equipped with auditory alarms for residents with dementia tested and found to be in working order. Resident’s bedrooms, common areas, kitchen & food storage areas were inspected. Fire Extinguisher was found to be last charged on 6/12/2023. Both smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors throughout the facility were interconnected, tested and found to be in working order. There was a sufficient supply of both perishable and nonperishable foods as required by Title 22 Regulations. Water at faucets accessible to residents was measured between 109.9 and 110.3 degrees which is within regulation.
Toxins, sharps and other items that could pose threat if readily available to residents were kept locked under the kitchen and bathroom sinks and within cabinets in the laundry room all of which were found to be secured. During inspection, LPA observed three storage sheds located in the side yard to also be locked and secured. Residents were observed engaging in discussion with staff, watching television shows or resting in their bedrooms. Residents appear to have a positive relationship with staff based on LPA observations. LPA found that the facility is utilizing pest traps in the garage. LPA confirmed with the Administrator and Pest Control company that the services are currently being implemented. Administrator contacted the Pest Control company confirming the services for precautionary measures. The facility conducts emergency disaster drills quarterly with updated logs on record and has a current emergency disaster plan.
Continued onto LIC809-C |