Routine inspection (multi-day)·September 25, 2024

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Troy Watson conducted an unannounced visit to Casa Del Sol on 09/25/2024 at 08:52 AM. The LPA met with the Administrator Vida Zelaya and the purpose of the visit was explained. The facility is licensed to serve 12 non-ambulatory residents and currently has a census of (3). The facility does not handle any of the resident’s money. This home is a one-story home consisting of: (3) resident bedrooms, (3) bathrooms, (1) living room, (1) kitchen with a dining room, living room area, and laundry area located in the back of the facility a shaded patio area located outside the facility’. The resident’s bedrooms had the required furniture, lamps, adequate bed linen and closet/drawer space to accommodate each resident comfortably. Resident bathrooms were checked and found to be sanitary and within Title 22 regulations. Toilets flushed and water faucets worked properly, grab bars were secure, showers were free of mold and mildew. The water temperature measured between 118 F in each bathroom. Resident bath towels, toiletries and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked. Common areas such as the dining room and living room were clean and clear of hazards; doorways were free of obstructions. Kitchen was checked and observed to be within Title 22 regulations. Perishable and non-perishable food supplies were checked and adequately stocked. All cleaning solutions, hazardous items, and medications were in a securely locked space that will be inaccessible to residents. Five out of (5) smoke detectors / carbon monoxide detectors worked properly. The residence has (1) fire extinguisher that was inspected on 09/25/24 and is fully charged. The First Aid kits were checked and properly stocked with scissors, tape, gauze, and certified manual. No bodies of water were observed around the facility. Walkways around the home were clear of hazards. There are no security bars or weapons on the premises. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was provided to the LVN Medication Nurse Vida M. Zelaya.