Routine inspection·July 23, 2024

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ruth Martinez is conducting this unannounced visit for the purpose of completing an annual required inspection. LPA met with Jean Catacutan, Administrator and explained the nature of the visit. There are six residents at the facility and there is two residents receiving hospice services currently. LPA began the tour of the inside and outside of the facility. Facility stays within the capacity limitations. There is a minimum of one week of non-perishables foods and two days of perishables foods available. The facility is maintained at a comfortable temperature. LPA inspected that medication is centrally stored in a safe locked storage cabinet located in the kitchen. LPA reviewed medication and observed medication was labeled and stored inaccessible to residents in care. LPA inspected the bathroom and LPA measured the hot water temperature which measured 107.4 Fahrenheit degrees. All bathrooms observed to have a supply of soap, toilet paper and towels. Bathrooms are equipped with required safety measures such as non-skid mats and grab bars. Lighting is sufficient to ensure safety and comfort. LPA observed that toxic chemicals, cleaning solutions and disinfectants are stored locked underneath kitchen sink and locked storage cabinet garage. The facility has an available clean supply of linens. LPA inspected residents’ bedrooms which has sufficient lighting to ensure the safety and comfort. All bedrooms observed to have all required components. Storage space is provided for residents in their bedroom. Smoke detectors were tested and found to be operational. LPA toured the outside of the facility and observed outdoor passageways are free of obstructions. LPA observed there are shaded seating areas for residents’ enjoyment. LPA observed a charged fire extinguish mounted on the wall of the kitchen. Fire drills are conducted every three months. LPA began review of records. LPA reviewed two resident records. All the required documentation was present and current in the residents’ files reviewed. LPA reviewed two employee records. All employees present have a criminal record clearance and are associated to the facility. Based on the observations made during today’s visit, no deficiencies were noted today in the areas inspected per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations. This report was reviewed with the Administrator and a copy of this report was provided to the facility.