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25 | At approximately 8:30 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Julie Florio arrived unannounced to conduct a 1-Year Required Visit and met with Staff Member, Mark Cabugwas who was the only staff member present. LPA was informed that there are 4 clients in care and all were away at day program, which is Monday - Friday from 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Licensee/Administrator, Josephine Sana was contacted and arrived at approximately 8:50 AM. Facility is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) with 1 dementia client in care. Facility has an approved fire clearance and capacity for 4 non-ambulatory clients.
At approximately 8:55 AM, LPA initiated a tour of the facility and observed the following: Facility is a one-story home, was a comfortable temperature, and passageways were free from obstructions. Water temperature in clients' bathrooms measured within the allowable range of 105 to 120 degrees F per Title 22 regulations. LPA observed client showers with grab bars an non-slip mats as required. LPA observed a supply of clean linens, incontinent care products, and paper products available to clients. Clients' bedrooms were inspected and observed to have appropriate furnishings as outlined in Title 22 regulations. Two cabinets in communal areas containing cleaning supplies and other items that could pose a risk were observed unlocked. Licensee removed the items immediately and placed them in a locked cabinet in the locked garage. Facility has at least two days of perishable and one week of non-perishable foods. Medications were centrally stored and locked. There is outdoor space for activities. LPA observed toys, games, ipads for each resident, an activity schedule, musical instruments and other supplies for client activities.
The facility is hardwired with automatic fire doors, which were tested and operational. Fire extinguisher was last serviced July 2023. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide detectors were tested and operational during inspection. Facility conducts regular monthly disaster drills, and the most recent drill was conducted April 2024. LPA observed the facility's infection control plan, first aid kit, emergency supply of water, PPE, and other emergency supplies. Licensee states facility has a back-up generator if one is needed. LPA reviewed facility's emergency disaster plan and plan of operation and informed Licensee that both need to be updated to make considerations for clients with dementia. Licensee updated the facility's emergency disaster plan during visit and submitted it to LPA.
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