Pre-licensing visit·January 30, 2026

At 1:00 p.m. on 01/30/26 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Nicholas Reed conducted an announced prelicensing inspection. LPA met with the applicant and administrator 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 five (03) bedrooms, two (02) bathrooms, kitchen, garage, common areas, and outdoor areas. The facility has an approved fire clearance for six (06) non-ambulatory residents, of which one (01) may be bedridden in Bedroom #3 or Bedroom #4. The facility intends to serve residents with dementia. Six (04) out of six (06) auditory alarms were on and functional during the visit. The front yard was maintained and free of hazards. A secure ramp led to the main entrance. Once inside, LPA observed postings for personal rights, theft and loss policy, facility sketch, emergency disaster plan, theft and loss policy, and confidential complaint contacts. LPA observed an adequate supply of perishable and non-perishable foods in the refrigerator, freezer, and cabinets. The stove hood was clean. Appliances were new and in good condition. Cleaning solutions were locked below the sink. Sharps were locked below the counter top. Medications and confidential files were locked in a separate cabinet. Walls, floors, windows, and screens were clean and in good repair. At 1:15 p.m. LPA measured the room temperature to be 71 degrees Fahrenheit. Reading materials, board games, a television, and furniture in good repair were available in the living room. A complete first-aid kit and emergency flashlights were present near the living room. A hallway closet contained hygiene supplies and an adequate supply of fresh linens. The facility has two (02) bathrooms. The resident bathroom contained liquid soap, paper towels, a trash can with a tight fitting lid, grab bars near the toilet and shower, and a non-skid mat in the shower. At approximately 1:25 p.m. LPA measured the water temperature in the resident bathroom to be 107.4 degrees Fahrenheit. The facility has five (05) bedrooms. Two bedrooms are shared bedrooms, and two bedrooms are private bedrooms. All bedrooms contained a chair, lighting, nightstand, storage, and a bed with adequate bedding. All furnishings were clean and in good condition. 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. The garage was locked and contained extra furniture, paint, and additional hygiene supplies and tools. The laundry area near the kitchen contained an operable washing machine and dryer. Outdoor areas were maintained and contained gardened areas. The patio contained furniture in good condition with adequate shade. Ramps leading out were secure. Three (03) out of three (03) emergency exit paths were free from obstructions. Emergency exits were unlocked. At approximately 1:45 p.m., LPA observed a fully-charged fire extinguisher near the kitchen. It was purchased on 12/12/25 with a receipt attached. At 2:00 p.m., LPA and applicants reviewed Component III. Pre-Licensing is complete and this facility has no deficiencies. No immediate health or safety concerns were observed during today’s visit. Exit interview conducted. Copy of report provided.