Routine inspection·July 24, 2024

On 07/24/24, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Perry Scott conducted an unannounced annual required visit using the CARE Inspection Tool. LPA met with Kaneesha Lamar, Administrator, and explained the purpose of today’s visit. The facility is approved for (4) elderly adults ages 60 and over of which (1) may be non-ambulatory. Currently, the facility has (2) residents. The clients are South Central Los Angeles Regional Center clients. The facilities annual fees are current. The facility is a two-story structure located in a residential neighborhood. It consists of the following: five (5) residents' rooms, three (3) common bathrooms, a living area, a dining area, a kitchen, and an outside covered patio area. LPA conducted a records review of (2) resident records, (4) staff records, (2) residents Personal & Incidental Records and reviewed the facility disaster plan. All resident & staff records were complete. The facility disaster plan was current and in compliance with Title 22 at the time of visit. LPA reviewed (2) resident Medication Administration Records and did not observe any discrepancies at the time of visit. LPA 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 was provided, and storage for residents’ personal belongings is available. Bed linens, comforters, and bath towels were adequately stocked at the time of the visit. Bathrooms were found to be within Title 22 regulations and were clean and operational. The water temperature measured 110.5 F. LPA observed the facility to have a first aid kit and manual. A comfortable temperature was maintained in the facility. Report continued on LIC809-C LPA observed the facility to be sanitary and appropriately furnished at the time of the visit. Storage areas for personal hygiene were stored and not accessible to residents. The kitchen was inspected and there is sufficient perishable and non-perishable food available and maintained properly. The facility has two (2) fire extinguishers that were charged. A working landline telephone remains available. The last fire/emergency drill was conducted on 04/11/2024. The facility has current liability insurance. During the visit, LPA observed the facility infection control practices. LPA observed screening protocols for visitors, staff, and residents. LPA observed that sanitizing stations were in common areas and restrooms. LPA observed that the facility had the required postings, posted throughout the facility. LPA further observed the facility to have a 60-day supply of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). LPA advised the administrator to continuously monitor the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) website and Community Care Licensing ( www.cdss.ca.gov ) for Provider Informational Notices (PIN) and for any updates relating to COVID-19 guidance and other related issues. According to the California Code of Regulations (Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8), LPA did not observe any deficiencies, therefore no citations were issued at this time. Exit interview held and a copy of the report was provided to Kaneesha Lamar, Administrator.