Routine inspection·June 30, 2022

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Joseph Alejandre made an unannounced visit to conduct the required annual inspection (mitigation). LPA was greeted and granted entry by staff. . Total of 5 staff were at the facility during the visit. Administrator Joseph A. Cardella has an administrator certificate that expires on 03/12/2024. Facility has 6 residents in care during today's visit. Facility is a single story house with an attached garage which is used for storage. Garage is kept locked and inaccessible to residents. Facility has 7 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. One room is for caregivers. LPA observed residents relaxing in the living room watching TV. LPA toured the facility. Facility is clean and organized. LPA observed no obstacles or hazards in the facility. All residents rooms had the required furnishings and were clean and organized. Restrooms were clean and operational. Hot water measured 119.6 degrees Fahrenheit. Facility smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors are operational. Facility screens all visitors to the facility and LPA observed the screening/ sanitizing station next to the facility entrance. Facility utilizes a visitor sign in sheet. Facility has covid 19 precaution postings as well as all required department postings. Facility mitigation plan (LIC 808) is pending approval. LPA observed adequate emergency food and water as well as the first aid kit. Exit gate is unlocked and operational. . LPA observed the locked medication storage area. Facility has ample supply of PPE stored in the garage. Facility has an ample supply of cleaning products. Facility has a plan for covid testing residents and staff as needed as well as a plan for isolation. All staff and residents are vaccinated for Covid-19. LPA consulted with the staff concerning Covid-19 precautions. No deficiencies observed during the visit. No deficiencies are being cited as a result of this visit. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of the report provided.