| Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ashley Smith arrived at the facility unannounced at 12:20 p.m. for a required one year / post licensing annual inspection. The LPA met with Administrators Jolly Padayao and Betsy Insular and explained the reason for the visit.
The LPA toured the facility to ensure there are no health and safety hazards:
KITCHEN: Knives and sharp objects are stored in a locked cabinet in the kitchen. Cleaning supplies are stored locked and inaccessible to clients in the garage. Kitchen appliances were in operable condition. The facility has a sufficient supply of perishable and non-perishable food. Staff tested the water temperature, and the hot water temperature measured at 112 degrees Fahrenheit.
BEDROOMS: The four client bedrooms were furnished appropriately with clean linens, appropriate furnishings and sufficient lighting. The facility has awake staff only and there is no designated staff room.
RESTROOMS: The 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.
COMMON SPACES: The LPA observed COVID-19 signs that promoted hand hygiene, physical distancing, and cough/sneeze etiquette. At the time of the visit, living room and dining room furniture was observed to be in good condition. The LPA observed the required licensing postings listed throughout the facility. The fire extinguisher was fully charged and purchased 9/2021.
The backyard has a covered outdoor area equipped with furniture for client use. There is a door with a gate for persons to egress to the front yard. There were no bodies of water noted. The garage is kept unlocked. The garage is where the washer and dryer are held, including additional nonperishable and perishable food items. The LPA observed an adequate supply of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) stored in the garage and the facility is able to obtain additional supplies as needed.
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