Pre-licensing visit·August 14, 2024

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Duguma conducted an announced Pre-licensing visit at 10:00 AM and met with administrator/licensee, Herman Javier. LPA conducted an entrance interview with the Administrator. With the assistance of the Licensee, LPA conducted a facility tour of both the inside and outside. The facility was inspected for Fire Safety, Personal Accommodations and Services, Medication Procedures and Food Service. This is a single-story property. Fire Clearance is approved for five (05) non-ambulatory and one (01) bedridden resident. Facility has four (04) bedrooms and two (02) bathrooms for residents. Resident bathrooms have properly installed grab bars and shower has non-skid mats. All residents’ bedrooms are adequately furnished. The linens are stored in the storage space located in the hallway. Towels and washcloths are not shared. The common areas are appropriately furnished. The living room and dining room are neat and clean. The LPA observed entertainment equipment and games for activities. There is sufficient outdoor space with seating and a shaded area with proper furniture for outdoor use. There are no bodies of water on the premises. LPA inspected the kitchen and observed the stove and refrigerator to be clean and working. Facility has sufficient quantity and variety of nonperishable food supply. Nonperishable foods are stored in the cupboards and additional items in the garage. Sharps observed to be stored in a locked kitchen drawer. All garbage containers observed to have lids. (CONT. on LIC 809-C) Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were checked and function properly. There is a fully charged fire extinguishers located in the dining area last purchased 04/19/2024. LPA advised the Administrator to retain the receipt of the fire extinguisher identifying the purchase date. Hot water temperature measured at 116.3ºF during the visit. First-aid kit is complete. LPA observed a washer and dryer in the garage. All chemicals, additional personal hygiene items and other toxins are stored in the locked cabinet in the garage. At the time of this visit the physical plant is meeting Title 22 requirements. The Component III was completed with the LPA. No health and safety hazard were noted during this visit. Exit interview was conducted and a copy of report was issued.