Routine inspection·February 29, 2024

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sabel Martinez conducted an unannounced Required Annual Inspection. The LPA identified himself, and discussed the purpose of the visit with Caregiver Angelica Miranda. Licensee Lilia Opalec and Administrator Desiree Arenas arrived during the visit and assisted the LPA. The facility was licensed for a capacity of Six (6), all of whom may be Non-Ambulatory. The facility was also approved for a hospice waiver of one (1). The LPA, accompanied by the Licensee, toured the interior and exterior of the facility, and inspected each room. The facility was clean, sanitary, and in good repair. Pathways were free of obstruction and slip hazards. Client bedrooms contained the required furnishings. Doors, windows, screens, toilets, and showers were in working order. Extra linens and hygiene supplies were present. . The facility had sufficient space and equipment to facilitate dining, laundry, visitation, meetings, and client activities. There was at least 2 days of perishable food, and at least 7 days non-perishable food present. Cooking/dining equipment and utensils were present. No bodies of water were observed on the premises. Per staff, no firearms, nor ammunition were kept at the facility. A carbon monoxide detector, facility telephone, and fire extinguisher were present. Required licensing postings were observed in a visible area of the facility. The LPA interviewed staff and reviewed multiple staff and client records/files. Medications and cleaning solutions were locked and stored separately. No deficiencies were cited on today's visit, and technical assistance was provided to the Administrator. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Arenas, to whom a copy of this report, and the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC9058), were provided.