Routine inspection·August 26, 2024

On 8/26/2024, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Janette Romero and Debbie Palacios conducted an unannounced visit to the facility for a required annual inspection. LPAs met with Administrator, Carmen Achim who was informed of the purpose of the visit. The facility has a fire clearance for six (6) non-ambulatory elderly residents and an approved hospice waiver for three (3), and LPA was informed two (2) residents are currently receiving hospice services at the facility. During today's visit, LPAs observed two (2) staff and six (6) residents present. LPAs toured the facility with Administrator Achim and observed the facility is made up of a one-story home with six (6) resident bedrooms, eight (8) bathrooms, a staff room, kitchen, dining room, living room, and attached garage. During the tour, Administrator Achim tested one (1) of the smoke alarms/carbon monoxide detectors and LPAs observed it to be operational. LPAs also observed a charged fire extinguisher mounted near the kitchen. Indoor and outdoor passageways were free of obstruction. The facility has outdoor shaded seating for the residents in care. There were no bodies of water observed on the premises. Medications are stored in a cabinet near the laundry service. Resident bedrooms had the required furniture and lighting. Bathrooms had grab bars near the toilet and in the showers. LPAs observed a hallway closet filled with clean linens and towels. The facility had a 2-day supply of perishable foods and 7-day supply of non-perishable food items. Staff present have a criminal record clearance. Resident files reviewed had updated physician's reports and admission agreements. The living room fireplace is adequately screened. Long Term Care Ombudsman information is visibly posted near the kitchen and copies of the facility sketch are posted throughout the facility. During today's visit, LPAs did not issue any citations. An exit interview was conducted where a copy of this report was reviewed and provided to Administrator Achim.