Routine inspection·August 8, 2025

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Abdoulaye Zerbo conducted an unannounced visit for a required annual inspection . The LPA was greeted by Caregiver Grace Santiago, notified them of the purpose for the visit and was allowed to enter the facility to conduct the inspection. Facility Overview: The facility is a single- story building with 4 residents' bedrooms, 1 staff bedroom, 2 bathrooms, a dinning room, a living room, a kitchen, a laundry room, an outdoor area, and a garage. There is no gated pool and there are no firearms on the premises. Infection Control: LPA observed that hygiene and cleaning supplies were available for regular facility maintenance. The facility’s infection control plan was reviewed and found to meet department's requirements. Physical Plant: The physical plant, including floors, windows, and doors, was clean and well maintained. Fixtures and furniture were in good repair. Laundry equipment was in good working condition. Sharp and dangerous objects were securely locked in the kitchen and inaccessible to residents. The smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector were operable. LPA observed fire extinguishers to be in compliance with the department's requirements and with an expiration date of 12-31-2025. The water temperature was tested within regulations measuring 117.8 F Continued 809-C...... Care & Supervision/Administration: Adequate staff were present to supervise residents during the visit. The Administrator holds a current administrator’s certificate with the expiration date of 08-04-2026 and a CPR certification with the expiration date of 08-8-2027. Record Review and Resident/Staff Files: LPA reviewed files for 2 staff members, confirming criminal clearance, updated training, and health screening. 2 clients' files were reviewed and contained all required documentation. LPA observed first kit to be available for the residents in care. The residents and staff files were kept locked and inaccessible to unauthorized individuals. Health-Related Services/Incidental Medical Services: All residents' medications were securely locked in a cabinet and located in the kitchen. LPA reviewed medications for 2 residents confirming that all medication were listed and accounted for. Disaster Preparedness: LPA reviewed the facility’s emergency and disaster plan, including documentation of the last emergency drill conducted on 08-08-2025, which met the department's requirements. All facility exits were clear of obstructions. No deficiencies were cited during the visit. An exit interview was conducted, during which this report was reviewed, and a copy was provided to Caregiver Mike Vito