Routine inspection·August 30, 2022

On 8/30/22 at 12:15 p.m. Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Melissa Ruiz arrived at the facility to conduct an unannounced annual inspection. Upon arrival, LPA was greeted by staff member and was allowed entrance. LPA observed covid-19 signage, hand sanitizer, and a visitor sign in log. LPA later met with the Administrator and advised the Administrator to remind staff to conduct infection control protocols for every visitor. LPA explained the purpose of the visit and an entrance interview was conducted. LPA initiated a physical plant tour at 12:35 p.m. Facility is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly which was licensed for six (6) residents of which five (5) may be non-ambulatory and one (1) may be bedridden. Facility has been approved for a hospice waiver for two (2). LPA was able to tour the home and did not observe any immediate health and safety concerns. Sufficient PPE supplies were observed. The fire extinguisher was observed in the kitchen area and has a date of purchase of 2/7/2022. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide monitors were observed to be functional. Facility maintains a comfortable temperature of 76 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed there to be sufficient stock of one-week non-perishable foods and two-day perishable foods. Sharps, cleaning supplies and medications are centrally stored and are kept locked in various kitchen cabinets and drawers. Bedrooms are appropriately furnished and have appropriate lighting. Bathrooms have soap, paper towels and hand washing signs were observed. Extra towels and linens were readily available. There is a clean covered shaded area in the back yard and there are no bodies of water. No deficiencies issued during today’s visit. Report was signed and delivered by Administrator and an exit interview was conducted.