Routine inspection·August 15, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sara Martinez conducted an unannounced annual required visit. LPA was granted entry and met with Executive Director, Marc Pacia, who was informed of the purpose of the visit. At the time of the visit there was (10) staff and (80) residents present. The facility is a community with 6 cottages with fifteen units in each cottage. Four (4) cottages are for assisted living residents and two (2) of the cottages are for memory care. The community does not contain bodies of water, firearms, and ammunition. LPA conducted a tour of the interior and exterior, reviewed facility documents and conducted a staff and resident interviews. LPA observed the following: Infection Control: The LPA observed the hand washing stations in the facility restrooms and kitchen had hand hygiene supplies and hand washing signs. LPA observed PPE equipment and cleaning supplies to do regular cleaning of the facility. LPA reviewed the facility's infection control plan which met department requirements. LPA reviewed staff records and found that all staff had infection control training. Physical Plant: LPA observed the cottages, resident units, bathroom, and staff office. Physical plant, floors, windows, and doors were observed to be clean. Fixtures and furniture were in good repair were present. The outdoor area was observed to be free of hazards. LPA observed outdoor furniture and shaded area for clients. Laundry equipment was observed to be in good working condition. The sharp and dangerous objects were observed to be locked and inaccessible to clients. The smoke detector and carbon monoxide was operational and are inspected annually. LPA checked the water temperature in Aspen unit # 5 and had a temp reading of 108.3F. LPA checked the water temperature in Cedar's bathroom and had a temp reading of 112.8F. LPA checked the water temperature in a vacant unit in Elm and had a temp reading of 113.8F. Food Service: LPA observed facility kitchen had the ability to prepare food in clean environment and possessed equipment in good working condition. LPA observed the facility met the required 2-day supply of perishable and 7-day supply of non-perishable foods. Facility receives food deliveries twice a week on Mondays and Thursdays. Care & Supervision / Administration: Adequate staff are present for the supervision of clients during the visit. LPA also reviewed the staff scheduled showing adequate staff coverage. Facility sketch, exit routes, personal rights, complaint information and emergency phone numbers were found posted in the facility. The listed administrator possesses a current administrator's certificate. Record Review and Resident/Staff Files: LPA reviewed six (6) staff files and training. All staff have criminal clearance and updated training along with CPR/First Aid Certification. Twelve (12) resident files were reviewed, and possessed all required paperwork. Health Related Services/ Incidental Medical Services: All resident medication is kept locked in medication room in Cedar Cottage and is handled by the medical technicians. LPA reviewed medications for (12) residents and found all medication listed on eMARS and all required labeling was found to be in place. No medication errors observed at this time. Disaster preparedness: LPA reviewed the facility's emergency and disaster plan. LPA reviewed documentation showing the facility's last fire and earthquake drills which was conducted on 07/25/2023, which met the department requirements. LPA observed all facility exits were clear from obstructions. LPA observed emergency supplies and first aid kit with all required items. No deficiencies were cited at the time of the visit. An exit interview was conducted where a copy of this report was provided to Executive Director, Marc Pacia.