Pre-licensing visit·May 6, 2022

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Stephanie Torres, conducted an announced pre-licensing inspection to the facility. The LPA met with Licensee/Administrator, Bianca Petra. Application : The application is for a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE). The fire clearance has been granted for six (6) non-ambulatory residents. A Hospice Waiver has been granted for four (4) Buildings and Grounds: The home is composed of four (4) resident bedrooms, one (1) staff bedroom, two (2) bathrooms, two living room spaces, kitchen and dinning areas, a front/back yard areas (with seating), and a garage. The interior/exterior walkways of the home were observed to be clutter free with no obstructions present. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide detectors were tested and operable. There is a pool located on the premises, it is appropriately secured. According to Petra, there are no weapons stored in the home. Rooms, furniture, beds, mattresses are all in good repair. The bedrooms are completely furnished and privacy is available. The dining and living room areas are clutter free and in good condition. Bathrooms were observed to have non-slip tile available. The hot water was tested and measured at 112.0 degrees Fahrenheit, which is within regulatory limits. Outdoor areas had sufficient room for activities and leisure. A washing machine and dryer are available and in working order. Storage and Supplies: Activities were observed to be available and in sufficient amount for the requested census. Medications will be stored inaccessib le to any unauthorized individuals. Secured areas are available for facility files and resident files. The first aid kit was observed to be available and complete. Cleaning supplies will be stored away in a secured kitchen cabinet. Linens, towels, and other equipment are all in good repair and sufficient for approved census. A Fire extinguisher wa s available and fully charged. Food Service: Utensils and dishware are sufficient for the requested capacity. The refrigerator and stove are in working order. Sharps will be stored in a locked kitchen drawer, available only to authorized individuals. Forms: The following signs were observed to be available at the home: Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610E), Theft and Loss Policies, Visitors Policy, Personal Rights, and Facility Sketch (LIC 999), and Complaint Information. No follow ups are required at this time. The LPA will inform the Centralized Applications Bureau (CAB) the home is ready for licensure. This report was discussed with and a copy provided to Petra.