Pre-licensing visit·February 13, 2026

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Arian Golbakhsh conducted a scheduled pre-licensing Inspection. The facility file and personnel report was reviewed prior to the visit. LPA was welcomed by, identified themselves to, and discussed the purpose of the visit to Licensee James Dickson and Administrator Delair Alnajjar. The facility's planned capacity is for six (6) non-ambulatory residents, one (1) of which may be bedridden. Bedridden resident may only reside in bedroom #2. Additionally, the facility is approved for a hospice waiver for six (6). As the facility is not yet licensed, during today’s inspection there were zero (0) residents in care. LPA, Licensee Dickson and Administrator Alnajjar 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. Hot water temperature at taps accessible to clients were all compliant: common hallway bar sink was 105.9F. Extra linens and hygiene supplies were present, as well as Personal Protective Equipment. The facility had sufficient space and equipment to facilitate dining, laundry, visitation, meetings, and client activities. The facility was prepared to contain at least two (2) days of perishable food, and at least seven (7) days non-perishable food, all safely stored. Cooking, dining equipment, and utensils were present. Knives were kept locked and inaccessible to future residents. [Continued on LIC 809-C] [Continued from LIC 809] No toxic chemicals or poisons were accessible to future clients, LPA examined lockable cabinets intended for storage of such items.  Designated centrally stored medication cabinet was locked. A pool and water fountain are present in the lower level of the backyard (split levels), and the three (3) access routes to them are locked, should future residents require increased supervision or limited access to such areas. Per both Licensee Dickson and Administrator Alnajjar, no firearms or ammunition are kept at the facility. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, emergency lighting, and facility telephone were all in working order. Fire extinguishers were serviced within the last 12 months, dated for October 2025. First aid kit was complete and readily accessible. Required licensing postings were observed in visible areas of the facility. LPA conducted the Component III Training with Licensee Dickson and Administrator Alnajjar. LPA also answered additional questions regarding regulations and responsibilities and provided resources for Licensing Forms and best practices. No immediate health and/or safety concerns were observed during today's visit and LPA determined the facility is ready for residents. The facility's request for licensure will be forwarded to management and the Centralized Application Bureau (CAB) for final review and approval. If and once granted their license, licensee will notify LPA within seven (7) days of receiving their first client. An exit interview was conducted with Licensee Dickson to whom a copy of this report and the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC 9058) were provided. Their signature below confirms receipt of these documents.