Pre-licensing visit·June 27, 2025

At 1:00 p.m. on 06/27/25 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Nicholas Reed conducted an announced prelicensing inspection. LPA met with applicants Ukarjit Kaur and Celena Sherman and disclosed the reason for the visit. Today’s prelicensing inspection is an initial application with no residents in care. The facility is a single story building with three (03) bedrooms, three (03) bathrooms, office, kitchen, common areas, and outdoor areas. There are two (02) additional dwelling units (ADUs) near the property which are appropriately separated from the main property to provide security and confidentiality for all residents. Neither ADU has access to the facility. The facility has an approved fire clearance for five (05) non-ambulatory residents, of which one (01) may be bedridden in Bedroom #3. The facility intends to serve residents with dementia. The front yard was maintained and free of hazards. At the main entrance, LPA observed postings for COVID precautions, personal rights, rights of resident councils, theft and loss policy, facility sketch, and confidential complaint contacts. Walls, floors, windows, screens, and blinds were clean and in good repair. At 1:10 p.m. LPA measured the room temperature to be 72 degrees Fahrenheit. Activities, board games, a television, furniture in good repair, and art supplies were available in the living room. At approximately 1:15 p.m., LPA observed a fully charged fire extinguisher near the kitchen. It was last inspected on 03/24/25 and had a tag attached. At 1:20 p.m. five (05) out of five (05) auditory alarms were tested and operational. A hallway closet contained hygiene supplies, paper supplies, and an adequate supply of fresh linens. At 1:30 p.m. the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and deemed operational. Smoke detectors were hard-wired and operated simultaneously when tested. Two (02) out of two (02) fire doors also closed appropriately when tested. At 1:40 p.m., the house telephone was called and deemed operational. LPA observed an adequate supply of non-perishable foods pantry. The stove hood was clean. Appliances were in good condition. The refrigerator and freezer temperatures were measured to be forty (40) and zero (00) degrees, respectively. Sharps were locked below the counter. Cleaning solutions were locked below the sink. Medications and a complete first aid kit were locked in a kitchen cabinet. A laundry area near the kitchen contained a washing machine and dryer. Both were in working order. The facility has three (03) bedrooms. Two (02) bedrooms are shared and one (01) is private. All bedrooms contained a chair, lighting, nightstand, closet storage, and a bed with adequate bedding. All furnishings were clean and in good condition. The office area had paper supplies and a computer. The facility has three (03) bathrooms. Two (02) bathrooms are private, and one (01) is shared. Resident bathrooms contained liquid soap, paper towels, trash cans with a tight fitting lid, grab bars near the toilet and shower, and a non-skid mat in the shower. A commode was available as well. At approximately 1:50 p.m. LPA measured the water temperature in the bathroom in Bedroom #2 to be 119.0 degrees Fahrenheit. Outdoor areas were maintained and contained fruit-bearing trees and gardened areas. A jacuzzi was observed with a 4-point locking system employed. The jacuzzi was also drained, so it was not considered a hazardous body of water. The patio contained furniture in good condition with adequate shade. Ramps leading out were secure. The emergency exit path was free from obstructions. The northern exit gate was unlocked. Pre-Licensing is complete and this facility has no deficiencies. Exit interview conducted. Copy of report provided.