Health check·January 12, 2023

On January 12, 2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Komal Charitra conducted an unannounced Health and Safety visit as a result of the Department receiving notice from Emergency Services of San Mateo and the Long-Term Care Ombudsman regarding the power outage at the facility due to the storm. LPA met with Resident Care Director, Ed Dewitt and Administrator, Siobhan Surraco and explained the purpose of the visit. During the visit, LPA toured all three floors of facility. LPA observed 2 day perishable and 7 day non-perishable present. Residents were observed socializing on the third floor and dining on the first floor dining room. A comfortable temperature of 68-69 degrees F is maintained on all floors. Facility has a backup generator and is able to provide sufficient lighting in the hallways of the facility. Bedrooms were observed to have no power, however residents were given flashlights and lanterns for their rooms. According to the Administrator, the facility has restored hot water to partial areas of the facility for residents to take shower. In addition, a larger generator will be arriving tomorrow. Proof of generator will be submitted to CCL tomorrow with a copy of plan of operation for this emergency. Report reviewed with Administrator and a copy is provided. No citations issued during this time.