Routine inspection·August 5, 2024

On 08/5/24, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Felisa Shirley conducted an unannounced required annual visit using the full CAREs Inspection Tool. LPA met with Administrator, Walkiria Whitford and explained the purpose of today’s visit. The facility is licensed to serve elderly developmentally disabled residents ages 60 years and older, cleared for six (6) non-ambulatory residents of which one (1) may be bedridden. During the time of visit all six (6) residents were present. LPA reviewed four resident files and found they contained the required documents. LPA reviewed five (5) staff files and found they contained the required documents, and trainings. LPA reviewed their Liability Insurance. LPA reviewed the training logs for staff. LPA Shirley and Walkiria toured both inside and outside of the facility. The facility is a one-story structure located in a residential neighborhood. The facility consists of (4) client bedrooms, (2) bathrooms, living room, kitchen, den and dining area, patio, garage used for storage and laundry area. Facility maintains all required posting throughout the facility. All bedrooms were toured. Bedrooms 1-4 are occupied by residents and contain the mandated furniture. LPA observed all rooms to have the required furniture including a bed, dresser(s), nightstand, and chair(s). All beds had the required linens including a mattress cover, fitted sheets, blanket, comforter, and pillow. LPA observed ample lighting in all the bedrooms and hallways. LPA Shirley and Walkiria toured the kitchen and found it to be clean and sanitary. All appliances were in good working order. Knives were locked and stored. The medications were locked and stored and inaccessible to the resident. LPA observed a 3-day supply of perishable and a 7-day supply of nonperishable foods. The water temperature measured 112 degrees Fahrenheit. con'd on 809-C The (2) bathrooms have grab bars and are clean and operational. First aid kit is fully stocked with manual. No firearms are stored at facility and no bodies of water present. This facility is in good repair. LPA Shirley and Walkiria walked through all common areas. In the living room, and dining room there is ample seating and space for all residents. All rooms and walkways were clean, and clear of obstructions and hazards. All areas have ample lighting. All rooms, hallway, and living room have working smoke detectors. There is a charged fire extinguisher in the kitchen and hallway. The backyard is shaded, clean and clear of obstructions and hazards, and there are no bodies of water present. LPA Shirley did not observe any deficiencies. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was provided to Administrator, Walkiria Whitford.