Routine inspection·April 17, 2025

On 4/17/2025 at approximately 10:00 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Angelica Segovia conducted an unannounced annual visit to the facility. LPA was greeted by the caregiver and stated the reason for their visit. Facility Designee Richard Mandac arrived shortly after to assist with today’s visit. LPA asked for the census, Staff/Resident Roster, and Liability Insurance. LPA conducted a physical plant tour at approximately 11:00 AM and the following was noted: The facility is a single-story building with five (5) bedrooms and two (2) bathrooms currently occupying three (3) residents. There is a designated staff room and bathroom. The facility has an approved fire clearance for six (6) non-ambulatory residents of which one (1) may be bedridden. Hospice waiver for two (2). Sign in sheet, hand sanitizer, gloves and masks are available upon entrance. Common areas: The living rooms and dining room were observed to be neat, clean, and organized. The rooms were observed to be properly furnished and in good repair. The facility maintains a comfortable temperature at 71°F. LPA observed a fire extinguisher to be located in the kitchen and dated 05/16/24. LPA observed required postings such as See/Say Something, Facility License, and Personal Rights alongside the hallway leading towards the bedrooms. A fireplace was observed to be covered and inaccessible to residents. A working telephone was observed. Kitchen: The kitchen was observed to be clean and free from pests. Sufficient supplies of seven (7) day nonperishable foods and two (2) day perishable foods were observed. LPA observed an additional freezer used to store extra food located inside the garage. Knives/sharps were observed to be kept in a locked kitchen drawer. The cleaning solutions/toxins were observed to be kept locked in the hallway closet. Kitchen appliances were observed to be working and in proper condition. (continued on LIC 809-C) Bedrooms: The residents’ rooms are adequately furnished with appropriate furniture and lighting system. LPA observed appropriate auditory signals in each room working and in proper condition. Hallways/passageways are lighted appropriately. Extra linens/covers were observed stored in multiple cabinets located in the laundry area. Bathrooms: The bathrooms were checked for cleanliness and proper operation. The hot water temperature was measured within regulations at 106.7 °F. Garage: The garage can be accessed from inside of the facility and was observed to be kept locked. LPA observed cleaning solutions, toxins, and an extra freezer for food all stored within the garage and inaccessible to residents. Laundry Room: The laundry room is located near the garage. The laundry appliances were observed to be working and in proper condition. Staff Room: LPA observed staff room locked and inaccessible to residents. Backyard: The backyard of the facility is equipped with a designated shaded area with outdoor furniture for residents. There is no body of water located at the facility. Medications: The medications were observed stored in a locked closet located with the hallway’s passageway. First-aid kit observed to be equipped with but not limited to bandages, scissors, digital thermometer, tweezer, and First Aid manual. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide observed to be working properly and were tested. The Last Fire Drill was conducted on 3/01/2025. Residents/Staff Records: LPA conducted a complete file review of resident records. Resident records appeared to be complete and updated. Staff records: LPA conducted a complete file review of staff records. Staff records appeared to be complete and updated. There were no immediate health and safety hazard observed during the day of inspection. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report was provided to the Facility Designee.