Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ashley Smith arrived unannounced to conduct a required annual visit, which has an emphasis on infection control practices and procedures. Administrator Viveca Lim was not available, thus the LPA met with Designee Valerie Eads and explained the reason for the visit
The LPA toured the physical plant areas inside and outside to ensure there are no health and safety hazards and community is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations.
KITCHEN: Knives are stored in a locked drawer in the kitchen. Cleaning supplies are stored locked and inaccessible to residents. Kitchen appliances were in operable condition. The facility has a sufficient supply of perishable and non-perishable food.
BEDROOMS: Resident bedrooms were furnished appropriately with clean linens, appropriate furnishings and sufficient lighting. RESTROOMS: Resident restrooms are clean and sanitary and in operating condition with grab bars and non-skid surfaces. Bathrooms were fully stocked with soap and paper towels. The LPA asked staff to post signs in all the restrooms to promote good hand hygiene.
COMMON SPACES: In the common areas, walls and flooring were checked for cleanliness and good condition. At the time of the visit, living room and dining room furniture was observed to be in good condition. There is a fireplace in the living room, which is inoperable. All exits have functioning auditory devices. The LPA observed the required postings listed throughout the facility. The LPA asked the designee to update the signs posted on the door; in response, the designee will inform the Administrator of this change.
The backyard has a covered outdoor area equipped with furniture for resident use. The side gate door is self-latching. There were no bodies of water noted. Washer and dryer are in the garage, including additional food which was observed to be in good condition. The garage is locked.
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