Pre-licensing visit·March 27, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tao conducted an announced pre-licensing inspection. This is an initial application applying for Residential Care for Elderly to serve residents for age 60 and above. LPA met with David Yu, co-applicant, Kenneth Yu, applicant/ administrator, and Vanessa Ricchiazzi, consulting manager. The requested capacity is four (4). No resident at the time of visit. The licensee is Assisted Living & Wellness Inc. Facility has a Dementia Care program for four (4) residents. Fire clearance: Fire clearance was granted on 01/06/23 for two (2) non-ambulatory and two (2) bedridden. Fire clearance and Dementia care plan are in place. Auditory device is installed at all exits and operable. Structure: The property is a single-family residence located in a neighborhood, consisting of two (2) bedrooms, one (1) bathroom, kitchen, dining area, laundry area, and sitting area. Passageways, walkways and patio are free from obstructions. The entrance and side areas are free of hazards and debris. No bodies of water or pool located at the facility. Signal system and Garage: Facility does not have a signal system. Bedrooms for Residents: Bedrooms have nightstand, adequate lighting, adequate closet and drawer space. Bedrooms are spacious and allow for easy passage between and comfortable for usage. Bathrooms: Toilet, wash basin, bathtub/shower in bathrooms are operable. Bedrooms are accommodated for residents. Grab bars are maintained for each toilet, bathtub and shower. (- Continued LIC 809 C -) Linens & Hygiene Supplies: Sufficient linen/supplies which include pillowcases, mattress pads, blanket and bedspreads are available. Adequate supply of linen, wash cloths and towels are observed. Food Service: Dishes, cups and flat ware are stored in the kitchen cupboards, inspected and in good repair. Dishwasher in kitchen properly installed and functioning. Knives, cutlery and other sharp kitchen utensils are stored in a locked cabinet in the kitchen and inaccessible to residents. Food supply consist of two days of perishable and two weeks of non-perishable was observed. Medications, First-Aid Kit & Book: Medication metal cabinet is installed with a lock and inaccessible to residents. First aid kit has a thermometer, tweezers, scissors, antiseptic, bandages, and gauze. First Aid manual from American red cross was available for staff use and inaccessible to residents. Smoke Detectors: Dual Smoke /carbon monoxide detectors are tested and operable. They are located in hallways and each bedroom. Appliances: Stove burners, oven, microwave, washer, and dryer are working. There is a refrigerator located in the kitchen. Refrigerator has a measured temperature of at least 45 degrees Fahrenheit for appropriate food storage. Freezer is at (0) zero degrees Fahrenheit. The residence is equipped with central air and heat. Toxins: Poisons, toxins, and cleaning supplies are locked and inaccessible to residents. They are stored separately from food source. Emergency Phone Numbers, Exit Plan, Signages and posters: Emergency Disaster Plan and Labor law poster are posted. Exit Plan are available for review. (-Continued LIC 809 C -) Outdoor activity area in backyard : Outdoor activity area is furnished with chairs and table and in compliance. Shaded area in the backyard at the outdoor activity area is provided. Residents & Staff Files : Locked cabinets for records of staff and residents are available. Applicant will not handle cash resources for residents. Water Temperature: Tested at 115.8 degrees Fahrenheit. Menu and phone: Menus are available for review. Free landline telephone is available for residents’ use and operable. Fire extinguishers : Fire extinguisher is available in the facility. They are fully charged and last service was done in 1/6/23. Reading Material, Games, Equipment & Materials: The facility has recreational materials for the residents’ use and commensurate with the plan of operation. Exit: Applicant requested to waive Component III since applicant has done component III a few times from the pre-licensing of other facilities. Therefore, Component III was not conducted during this visit. A copy of this report was provided to applicant. LPA will submit a copy of this facility evaluation report to the Central Applications Bureau (CAB) for review. If the applicant has questions regarding the status of the application, s/he has been instructed to communicate with the CAB Analyst who assigned to his/her application.