Routine inspection·August 28, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sandra Urena arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a required annual visit at 10:30 a.m. The LPA was greeted by Administrator and LPA explained the reason for the visit. The LPA and the Administrator toured the physical plant areas inside and outside to ensure there are no health and safety hazards and facility is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. KITCHEN: Knives and cleaning supplies are stored inaccessible. Kitchen appliances were in operable condition. The facility has a sufficient supply of perishable and non-perishable food. One fire extinguisher was fully charged and was last serviced 04/27/2023. BEDROOMS: Bedrooms were furnished appropriately with clean linens, appropriate furnishings and sufficient lighting. There are three designated client rooms and one staff room. There are sufficient towels and linens for residents’ use. RESTROOMS: There are two restrooms, they were observed to be clean and sanitary and in operating condition with grab bars and non-skid surfaces. The bathrooms were sufficiently stocked with soap and paper towels. COMMON AREAS: At the time of the visit, living room and dining room furniture was observed to be in good condition. There is a fireplace in the living room, which is screened and inaccessible. The facility maintained a comfortable temperature. Smoke detector(s) and carbon monoxide detector were tested and operational at the time of the visit. The LPA observed required postings throughout the common space. The Administrator was advised to post their current Administrator’s certificate. The certificate posted on the wall expired on 11/24/2021. Continues on LIC 809C.... OUTDOOR AREA: The backyard has a covered outdoor area equipped with furniture for client use. There is a side gate for client use and is single-latched. No bodies of water noted. The garage is where the washer and dryer are held, including additional perishable food items. Cleaning supplies and disinfectants are kept in locked cabinets. RECORDS: Records review began at 1:00 p.m. Residents’ records were reviewed for, but not limited to care plans, medical records, admissions agreement, consent forms. All records were in order. Personnel records were reviewed for, but not limited to health assessments, criminal record clearances, first aid/CPR training, and the appropriate training. All files were in order. MEDICATIONS: Medications review began at 2:30 p.m.; medications are centrally stored and locked in a cabinet in the kitchen area; medications are labeled and checked for expiration dates. Medications are properly documented on the centrally stored medications and destruction record, however for three out of five residents (Resident #2, Resident #3, Resident #4), the pill count was off during the medication audit. INFECTION CONTROL : The facility has an adequate supply of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and the facility is able to obtain additional supplies as needed. The facility’s cleaning protocol is sufficient. If needed, the facility has the capacity to designate a single isolation room if the facility has a confirmed case of COVID-19. The LPAs discussed the new PIN changes regarding infection control. The LPA obtained the following documents: - LIC500 Personnel Report - LIC9020 Client Roster The Pursuant to Title 22 of the CA Code of Regulations, and the Health and Safety Code, the following deficiency was cited (refer to LIC 809-D): Citations were issued. Exit interview was conducted. today's report, and appeal rights were reviewed and issued.