Routine inspection·October 17, 2024

On 10/17/2024 at 11:00 AM, Licensing Program Analyst LPA) Jose Calderon conducted an unannounced annual inspection visit at the Best Place Home Care Facility. LPA Calderon was allowed entry into the facility by Administrator Marylou Namoc. Administrator Marylou Namoc asked infection control questions and took LPA Calderon temperature prior to entering the facility. The facility is licensed to operate for six (6) non-ambulatory elderly residents ages 60 and above. The facility is approved for one (1) bedridden and two (2) hospices. Currently, there are five (5) residents residing in the facility, age of 60 and above. LPA Calderon explained to Administrator Marylou Namoc, the purpose of the one-year Annual Inspection visit, and escorted LPA Calderon on a tour of the entire inside and outside facility grounds. As part of the inspection, LPA Calderon reviewed: Five (5) client service records, five (5) client medication records (MAR), two (2) staff records, and inspected the inside facility and outside grounds. LPA Calderon interviewed five (5) clients and two (2) staff members for visit. The facilities’ last fire drill was conducted on 10/10/2024 . The one-story residential home consists of five (5) client bedrooms, two (2) client bathrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, staff room, office area, attached garage with washer and dryer/ storage area, backyard with table and chairs. No weapons are stored or found on the premise grounds. Kitchen was inspected and observed to be clean and operational. A two-day supply perishable and seven-day supply of non-perishable foods are present in the facility. The seven (7) day emergency Water Storage is in located in the garage. During the visit, LPA Calderon observed the facility infection control practices. LPA Calderon observed screening protocols for visitors, staff, and clients, sanitizing stations (Located in common areas and restrooms). LPA Calderon observed staff and clients were NOT wearing face coverings. LPA Calderon observed the facility has a 30-day supply of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). LPA Calderon advised the Administrator Marylou Namoc to continuously monitor the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) website and Community Care Licensing Provider Informational Notices (PIN) for any updates relating to COVID-19 guidance. According to the California Code of Regulations (Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8), LPA Calderon did not observe deficiencies therefore no citations were issued at this time. Annual Licensing Fee is CURRENT. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of the Facility Evaluation Report was provided to Administrator Marylou Namoc. LPA Calderon observed that all facility rooms are clean and in good repair. A comfortable temperature was observed, and the facility has central air and heating. LPA Calderon observed the following during inspection of client’s rooms: mattresses are in good condition, adequate lighting present, plenty of dresser/closet space is present, and all bed linens present. All bedrooms contain furniture, lighting fixtures and personal storage space as required, all beds have the required amount of linen and mattress covers, LPA Calderon observed fully stocked closet with bedding, towels, and toiletries supplies . Bathroom fixtures are clean, in good repair, and working properly and contain the required nonskid mats and grab bars. LPA Calderon observed bathrooms were found to be within Title 22 regulation. Bathroom #1 hot water temperature properly measured at 111 degrees Fahrenheit, bathroom #2 hot water temperature properly measured at 112 degrees Fahrenheit, and kitchen hot water temperature properly measured at 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Facility one (1) Carbon Monoxide and six (6) Smoke Detectors hard wired and connected were tested and are working properly. The facility three (3) Fire Extinguisher was checked and found to be fully charged and accessible . All exit doors in the facility have alarm systems. The facility has a working landline telephone. All toxins and knifes are locked/secured and inaccessible to clients. Medications are centrally stored and in a locked storage cabinet. Facility one (1) first aid kits is fully stocked with manuals was checked and in order. Outside grounds were toured and no bodies of water were observed. All Exits/ Walkways around the home were free of debris and hazards. Outside patio accessible to clients. Five (5) client files were reviewed and found to be complete. LPA Calderon reviewed five (5) resident medications (MAR) and they were all found to be administered according to doctor's orders. Two (2) staff files were checked and have the required documents. LPA Calderon noted the Administrator Marylou Namoc Certification # 6031372740 expiration date of 06/25/2024 was NOT valid at time of inspection. The facility does not handle client's money/cash resources and no Surety bond is needed. Commercial General Liability Policy #PCI8082234604 policy period from 07/30/2024 to 07/30/2025 underwritten by Primary Care Insurance Company, coverage 1,000,000/3,000,000 is valid at time of inspection. Administrator Marylou Namoc to email LPA Calderon a full copy of the commercial insurance policy including all endorsements no later than 10/25/2024 . All the required documents are posted in the facility in a clearly visible area.