Routine inspection·June 13, 2025

At approximately 10:00am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Contreras arrived unannouced to conduct a required annual inspection. LPA was greeted by facility Administrator(admin) Vergellio Silverio. Facility is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly that has a fire clearance approved for 6 non ambulatory residents and an approved hospice waiver for three. LPA and admin toured the building and grounds which was found to be clean and in good repair. Slight but noticeable paint chipping throughout the walls and wood chipping around doors. LPA advised admin to maintain facility in good condition at all times. Facility was at a comfortable temperature. LPA observed all walkways and exits to be unobstructed. All required postings were in a highly visible area. Fire extinguishers were charged and last inspected 2/24/2025. Fire alarms and carbon monoxide detector were tested and operational. Facility has back up generator. Backyard had patio chairs accessible for residents. Outdoor emergency exit clear from obstruction. LPA observed at least a 2 day supply of perishable and 7 day supply of non perishable food. Facility kitchen, refrigerators and freezers were clean, and food was stored properly with expiration dates noted. Toxins are stored in a locked cabinet and inaccessible to residents. Sharps and knives were locked in kitchen drawer. Emergency water and food supply was stored in garage. All bedrooms were equipped with lighting, a night stand and chest of drawers. All bedrooms were clean and in good repair. Resident bathroom had required bath mat and grab bar. Water temperature measured at 110.4 degrees F at faucets accessible to residents which is within the allowable range of 105 to 120 degrees F. Oxygen tanks in garage were not stored in proper stand. LPA advised admin of proper storage of oxygen tanks and admin stated to order new stands. Continued on 809-C..... Continued from 809..... LPA conducted medication spot check and observed all medication to be centrally stored and secure. Thickener was found inside kitchen counter and in pantry. LPA spoke with admin that food thickener must be centrally stored at all times. Admin immediately removed thickener and placed in locked cabinet. LPA reviewed 4 of 4 resident records. All required documentation was present. Physician reports were up to date. LPA reviewed 4 staff records. All required documentation was present. Staff had required training. P&I money handled for three residents. All monies found secure and not commingled. Updated copies of the following documents were requested for facility file and are to be submitted to CCL within 30 days of this visit: LIC500- Personnel Report LIC308-Designation of Responsibility Liability Insurance No deficiencies were observed in the areas inspected, No citations were issued during today’s visit. Exit interview conducted and report read with Administrator.