Routine inspection·December 1, 2023

On 12/01/2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Antonine Richard conducted an unannounced annual visit using the Care Inspection Tool. LPA Richard met with Licensee Birdie King and Administrator, Narkell Hobbs James. The facility is a well landscaped one story house which is licensed for 6 ambulatory residents. There is currently one (1) resident residing in the facility. LPA toured the physical plant, checked food service, reviewed staff files, reviewed resident files. The facility conducted last fire drill 10/30/2023. The home consists of 3 resident bedrooms, 1 1/2 bathrooms, laundry area, living room, dining room, and kitchen. The facility has an additional area located in the back of the house for staff use with two additional bedrooms, one bathroom, den and office. Resident bedrooms had the required furniture, and closet/drawer space to accommodate each resident comfortably. Resident bathrooms were checked. Toilets and water faucets worked properly, grab bars were secure, shower was free of mold/mildew and a non-skid mats were in place. The hot water temperature measured at 115.5F in bathroom. Resident bath towels, toiletries and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked. Common areas were clean and clear of hazards, doorways were free of obstructions. Kitchen was checked and observed to be within Title 22 regulations. Perishable and non-perishable food supply was checked. All cleaning solutions, hazardous items, and medications were securely locked and inaccessible to resident. Smoke detectors were working properly and fire extinguisher was fully charged. Carbon monoxide detector was operational. Outside grounds were toured and no bodies of water were observed. Walkways around the home were clear of hazards. Outdoor shaded patio area was accessible to residents. During the visit, LPA observed the facility infection control practices. LPA observed a screening station with sanitizer in the facility and additional sanitation/PPE supplies in the staff office inaccessible to the residents. LPA observed a sign in sheet and temperature log for visitors. LPA observed staff wearing mask. The facility has an isolation room for residents and required postings are throughout the facility. The administrator informed LPA that visitors have the option to meet with the residents inside or outside. No deficiencies cited: Exit interview conducted and a copy of the report was provided to the administrator Narkell Hobbs James