Routine inspection·October 22, 2023

On 10/22/2023 at 2:00 pm Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) David España conducted an unannounced 1-year Annual visit to the facility. Upon arriving at the facility, LPA met with Administrator, Arlene Feliciano who assisted with the visit. The purpose of today’s visit was discussed. Upon arrival at the facility, LPA conducted a risk assessment at the front door. Based on the assessment, the facility is clear of Covid-19 infection. LPA was granted access and allowed to enter the facility to conduct inspections. LPA met with administrator Arlene Felicano and explained the purpose of today’s visit. The Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) facility is licensed to serve six (6) non-ambulatory residents age 60 and above, may retain 1 hospice resident. The facility is a single-story structure located in a residential neighborhood. It consists of the following: five (5) resident's rooms, one (1) staff room, two (2) bathrooms, living area, dining area, kitchen, and outside covered patio area. LPA and administrator toured the physical plant. There were no bodies of water or obstructions on the premises. All rooms were inspected. Beds and bedding supplies were in good condition, adequate lighting provided, storage for resident personal belongings was observed. Bed linens, comforters, and bath towels were adequately stocked at the time of visit. Bathrooms were found to be within Title 22 regulations and were clean and operational. The water temperature measured between 105.0 F and 120.0 F (113.5 F) in the bathrooms and kitchen sink. A comfortable temperature of 75 degrees was maintained in the facility. LPA observed the facility to be sanitary and appropriately furnished at the time of visit. Storage areas for personal hygiene, cleaning supplies, toxins, and sharps objects were stored and not accessible to residents. The kitchen was inspected and there is sufficient perishable and non-perishable food available maintained properly. Two (2) fire extinguisher were charged 1/27/2023 serviced, smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were operable. A review of Medication Administration Records (MAR) was maintained in order and accurate. Evaluation Report Continues on LIC 809-C. No deficiencies were cited during this inspection visit. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report will be provided to Arlene Feliciano.