Routine inspection·June 19, 2024

On 6/19/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Janette Romero arrived unannounced to conduct a required annual visit. LPA met with Caregiver, Barbara Balisi who was informed of the purpose of the visit. During today's visit, there was five (5) residents and two (2) staff present. LPA conducted a tour of the facility with Caregiver Balisi. During the tour, LPA observed the facility is made up of a two-story home providing three (3) resident rooms, two (2) bathrooms along with a kitchen dining room, living room and attached garage. Outside shaded seating area is available for the residents. Indoor and outdoor passageways are free of obstruction. Caregiver Balisi tested one of the smoke alarms/carbon monoxide detectors and LPA observed it to be operational. LPA also observed charged fire extinguishers mounted throughout the home. LPA toured the kitchen and observed food was stored in a safe and healthful manner. The facility met Departmental requirements for 2-day perishables and 7-day non-perishable food items. Medications are secured in a locked hallway closet. LPA reviewed the Medication Administration Record for two (2) residents along with their physical medications and did not discover any discrepancies. Cleaning solutions and disinfectants are secured in the locked garage. LPA observed emergency water and food supply stored in the garage. LPA reviewed random resident files. Resident files reviewed had signed admission agreements and LPA noted residents with a Dementia diagnosis had updated physician's reports. During today's visit, LPA did not issue any deficiencies. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was reviewed and provided to Caregiver Balisi.