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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ashley Smith arrived at the facility at 9am for an announced pre-licensing inspection. Upon arrival, the LPA met with Executive Director Ronda Wilkin and Regional Administrator Jason Russo. The applicants successfully completed Component II on 2/12/2021 and Component III on 3/1/2021. A fire clearance was approved on 10/26/2020 and all rooms were cleared for non-ambulatory use. All rooms were cleared for bedridden use; however, this facility shall be limited to a maximum capacity of twelve (12) bedridden residents. This facility has an approved Hospice Waiver for twenty-five (25) residents.
COMMON AREAS: The physical plant tour took place at 9:20am. The facility is a two story building. Facility has 2 working elevators and 2 stairwells. On the first floor, there are the kitchen facilities, dining room, Bistro, laundry rooms, Wellness Center, office spaces, and common restrooms. On the second floor, there is a sensory room, beauty salon, spa, Wellness Center, second floor dining, a private dining space, several activity spaces, office spaces and common restrooms.
The LPA observed common areas to be clean and in good condition. There were no obstructions and/or tripping hazards throughout the facility. The facility uses a signal system, which is activated in resident units, bathrooms and common areas. Alerts are sent to the front desk but also to radios, which will be carried by staff. Residents will also have the option to use a pendant. System was tested randomly throughout the visit and it was in operating condition. There is a functioning telephone on the premises. There are cameras in the common areas, hallways, exits, outdoor courtyards, and exterior perimeter. The system can store footage for up to three weeks. Other required postings were observed in the hallway and at reception on the first floor.
There are fire extinguishers throughout the facility, which were purchased 05/12/2020. The building received a final inspection from the fire department on 8/18/2020 and 10/15/2020 and smoke detectors, sprinkler system and carbon monoxide detectors were observed to be in operating condition. The carbon monoxide and smoke detectors are hardwired throughout the facility. |