Routine inspection·November 20, 2024

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Brian Balisi and Martha Arroyo arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a required annual visit at 10:30 a.m. Upon arrival, LPAs were greeted by the front desk receptionist and explained the reason for the visit.  LPA's met with Executive Director shortly after. At approx 11:11am LPAs along with Resident Care Director Brima , toured the physical plant areas inside and outside to ensure there are no health and safety hazards and facility is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. The following was observed: At approx 11:12am The LPAs inspected the kitchen/food service area.  Knives are stored and inaccessible to residents. Kitchen appliances were in operable condition. The facility has a sufficient supply of perishable and non-perishable food properly stored. Refrigerator and food pantry were checked for proper labels and expiration dates and food labels had expiration date clearly marked. Between 11:11 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. the furniture in the common areas were observed to be clean and in good condition. The facility maintained a comfortable temperature. LPAs observed required postings throughout the common space.  Stairwells were observed to have emergency evacuation chairs.  There were no obstructions and/or tripping hazards throughout the facility. Emergency exiting plans/sketch are posted throughout the facility. LPAs observed eleven (11) randomly selected  resident bedrooms in memory care and  assisted living. All resident bedrooms were furnished appropriately and had sufficient lighting.  All resident restrooms appeared clean and sanitary and in operating condition with grab bars and non-skid surfaces. The bathrooms were sufficiently stocked with supplies and paper towels.  The hot water temperature was measured  between 110.4 – 119.6 degrees Fahrenheit. Continued from 809 LPAs observed operational fountain located in the assisted living courtyard.  The LPAs observed appropriate outdoor furniture, with a covered shaded area for resident use in both assisted living and memory care courtyards. The facility maintained a comfortable temperature of 73 degrees. LPAs observed three (3) cameras throughout the common areas and was observed to only record video footage at this time.   Facility provides sufficient space to accommodate both indoor and outdoor activities. LPA’s reviewed Resident Records at 12:15 p.m. Ten (10) resident files were reviewed for, but not limited to, the following: signed admission agreements, current medical assessments with TB results, LIC627(c) Consent for Treatment form, and current needs and services plan.  All records were in order at this time. LPA's reviewed Personnel records at approx. 01:40 p.m. Ten  (10) personnel files and the current Executive Director’s file were reviewed for, but not limited to: personnel records, health assessments, criminal record clearances, first aid/CPR training, and the appropriate training. All records were in order. Medications review  began at approximately  01:30 p.m. All medications including PRNs were labeled, stored, and locked inaccessible to residents in care. PRNs have physicians order on file.  Medication appeared to be given as prescribed at the time of the visit. Infection Control Plan / Emergency Disaster Planning: During today's visit, LPAs reviewed the facility's infection control policy as well as the emergency disaster plan. The facility’s policies and procedures as it pertains to infection control are adequate. Several fire extinguisher are located throughout the facility and were observed to be fully charged and last serviced 12/17/2023.  Emergency disaster drills conducted quarterly as per regulation; the last fire drill was conducted on 10/10/2024. LPAs conducted interviews with staff and residents during the inspection. LPA's obtained the following during inspection: Census, LIC 500, and copy of latest Limited Liability Insurance. Exit interview conducted and a copy of report issued