Pre-licensing visit·October 21, 2021

10/21/2021 12:15 PM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Rebecca Knight arrived at the facility to conduct a Pre-Licensing visit. LPA met with administrator Tamra Leak and explained the purpose of the visit. Prior to initiating the annual inspection, LPA completed required COVID-19 testing protocols, and a daily self-screening questionnaire for symptoms of COVID-19 infection to affirm no COVID-19 related symptoms. LPA ensured they applied hand sanitizer before entering the facility and the following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) was worn: Surgical mask, gloves. Comp 3 was waived by administrator as this facility facility is currently licensed. LPA toured the facility inside and out. The inside of the facility was observed to be in good condition and repair. The facility has six (6) bedrooms, all 6 are cleared for non-ambulatory residents. The facility has two (2) bathrooms which were observed to be in good repair. LPA observed 1 dining table with 6 chairs in the dining room. LPA observed 1 couch and 5 recliner chairs in the common area. Food storage meets Title 22 regulation requirements. Plates, utensils, pots, and pans were in place during the inspection. Dishwasher, stove, microwave and refrigerator were all present and working. The facility has one fully charged fire extinguisher which was inspected by the fire marshal. LPA observed smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors fully functioning. Continued on LIC809-C Bedrooms were observed to have furniture as required by Title 22 Regulations. All beds were made up with linens and bedspreads. The facility stores linens and towels in the staff room on shelves. Storage and lighting is adequate in the home. Medications are locked up in a cabinet in the kitchen. Cleaning supplies and toxins are locked up in a cabinet in the kitchen and in a locked cupboard in the laundry room. Also locked in the kitchen are knives. Washer and dryer observed in place. The back yard has a retracting shade with a table, and chairs for the clients to use. Front porch has a swing. The front yard has a large lawn area with several shade trees. The facility has Covid-19 preparation in place to include signs, proper cleaning protocols are in place. All staff were observed wearing masks while in the facility. The facility also has proper screening for all staff visitors and clients. The applicant has passed the pre-licensing portion of the application process. LPA will contact the Central Application Bureau. // Exit Interview and copy of report emailed to the administrator.