Routine inspection·December 9, 2022

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kristin Kontilis conducted an unannounced on-site one-year Infection Control Inspection and Annual visit to the above-named facility. LPA arrived at 12:35 pm and was greeted by Administrator Noemi Buyco and House Manager, Sammy Ramirez. At the time of arrival, there were three (3) residents in care and one (1) staff on duty. Three residents were temporarily out on individual outings.. A Mitigation Plan has been submitted to CCLD. LPA explained the purpose of the visit. The facility is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) and is home to non-ambulatory residents with a Dementia diagnosis and a Hospice Waiver for three residents. Currently, there are no residents on hospice. Entrance interview conducted: A tour of the physical environment and accommodations were assessed, and the following was noted: LPA observed the required posting of the complaint poster, bill of rights and Resident’s Rights. LPA inspected the one-story facility for fire safety, personal accommodations, and food service. The facility maintains a comfortable room temperature. The physical environment was checked for cleanliness and condition. Walls, windows, ceilings, doors, floors and floor coverings were checked. There are two fire extinguishers on the premises last serviced on June 20, 2022. There is a total of 2 carbon monoxide detectors and 6 smoke alarms throughout the facility all in good working order. The kitchen is equipped with a stove/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, coffee pot, and a toaster. Snacks and beverages are readily available for residents in care. LPA observed enough perishables for two days and non-perishables for seven days. LPA observed the kitchen area and dining areas to be clean. Cleaning agents and the toxic chemicals are kept in locked cabinet under the kitchen sink and in a locked cabinet in the laundry area. Medications are kept in a locked cabinet in the dining area. First aid kit is kept in a locked closet in the staff room. Please continue to 809-C, Pg 2 There are four private bedrooms and one shared bedroom. All bedrooms are adequately furnished with a bed, nightstand, overhead and/or table lamps. There is one bathroom off the hallway available to residents in care and one bathroom on the north side of the common area. Both of the bathrooms have non-skid flooring and grab bars for safety. The backyard consists of paved walkways, patio tables with umbrellas, and well-manicured shrubs and trees. The recycling, trash, and green waste bins are standard bins. Residents participate at will in various activities such as adult day programs, employment, and outings to local eateries and shopping areas. Special events are held to celebrate birthdays, holidays, personal recognition, and accomplishments. If any suspected or confirmed cases of COVID-19 are found in the facility a staff will be assigned to only work with those quarantined/isolated individuals and will not work with other negative tested individuals until cleared by Health Department. Staff will use full PPE with N95 masks and face shields when dealing with any pending or confirmed cases of COVID-19. Precautionary Droplet signs will be posted on any room with quarantine or isolated individuals. PPE supplies will be located immediately outside those rooms when required. Facility has a 30-day supply of PPE on hand. Facility has plans for delivering medications and meals to any quarantined/isolation resident room. The facility has proper cleaning and disinfectant sprays. Facility Administrator has a plan in place for when and whom to notify in an outbreak or other emergencies. Administrator will keep a line list of all vaccinated and tested staff/residents in care with dates/results. Facility has conducted training on infection prevention, symptoms, transmission and PPE use. Facility has non-punitive sick leave polices for staff. Staff who have a respiratory illness are requested to stay home and not report to work. Activities have been modified to individuals or small groups with social distancing. Residents' medication is delivered in 30-day supplies to the facility. The facility ensures proper cleaning is done on frequently touched surfaces and between any individuals sharing of space or items. Sinks were well stocked with soap, paper towels and hand washing signs. Staff and resident records are kept in the locked staff office. Facility observes guidance changes and the most up-to-date guidance from CCL-PINS, CDC, CDPH, and local health departments should be followed to remain in compliance. The most stringent orders should be followed by any of these agencies. Administrator Certificate is valid. Exit interview conducted. No deficiencies noted. Copy of report and appeal rights issued via email.