Routine inspection·December 10, 2024

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Martha Arroyo arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a required annual visit today at 10:30 a.m. Upon arrival, there were two (2) staff and five (5) residents present. The LPA was greeted by facility staff, Eloisa Vasallo and the reason for the visit was explained. The Administrator is currently unavailable but has designated staff to sign report. Entrance interview conducted. Starting at 10:31 a.m., the LPA along with staff 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: KITCHEN: The LPA inspected the kitchen/food service area at 10:31 a.m. Knives and sharps were observed locked and inaccessible under the kitchen sink. Kitchen appliances were in operable condition. The facility has a sufficient supply of perishable and non-perishable food. Refrigerator and food pantry were checked for proper labels and expiration dates. At 10:33 a.m., the hot water temperature was measured in the kitchen sink, and it measured at 118.6 degrees Fahrenheit. COMMON AREAS: At the time of the visit, furniture in the common areas was observed to be in good condition. The facility maintained a comfortable temperature. The LPA observed the fire extinguisher to be fully charged with a date of 03/15/2024. Required postings were observed throughout the common space. The LPA observed a fireplace adequately covered at the time of the visit. Activities were observed in the living room and dining room. There is a working telephone on premises. The LPA observed additional clean linens and towels for resident use. Auditory alarms were observed at the time of the visit. Report Continued on LIC 809... Report Continued from LIC 809... RESTROOMS: There are two (2) restrooms for resident use. Bathrooms were clean and sanitary and in operating condition with grab bars and non-skid surfaces. The bathrooms were sufficiently stocked with supplies and paper towels. Starting at 10:40 a.m., the hot water temperature was measured in both bathroom and they measured between 105 and 120 degrees Fahrenheit. BEDROOMS: There are four (4) resident bedrooms. Two (2) bedrooms are single occupancy, and two (2) bedrooms are double occupancy. The LPA observed the resident bedrooms to be furnished appropriately with clean linens, appropriate furnishings, and sufficient lighting. GARAGE: The garage was locked and inaccessible to residents at the time of the visit. The LPA observed an adequate amount of emergency food and water. Washer and dryer were observed inside the garage. Additional cleaning supplies are kept in the garage locked and inaccessible to residents in care. The LPA observed a sufficient supply of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE). BACKYARD: The backyard has a covered patio area with patio furniture for resident use. All passageways were observed to be clear of any obstructions. There is one (1) side gate with latching mechanisms. No bodies of water noted at the time of the visit. RECORDS: LPA reviewed Resident Records at 11:00 a.m. and Personnel Records at 11:57 a.m. Five (5) resident files were reviewed for, but not limited to, the following: signed admission agreements, current medical assessments with TB results, Consent for Treatment form, and current needs and services plan. All files were in order. Four (4) personnel and current Administrator’s file were reviewed for, but not limited to: personnel records, health assessments, criminal record clearances, first aid/CPR training, and the appropriate yearly training. All records were in order. Current Administrator’s Certificate is valid until 05/21/2026. Report Continued on LIC 809C... Report Continued from LIC 809C... INFECTION CONTROL/EMERGENCY DISASTER PLANNING: During today’s visit, the LPA reviewed the facility's infection control plan. The facility’s policies and procedures as it pertains to infection control are adequate. The LPA also reviewed the facility's emergency disaster plan, which was observed to be complete and recently reviewed/updated. Emergency disaster drills conducted quarterly as per regulation; the last one being a fire drill which was conducted on 10/01/2024. MEDICATIONS: Medications review began at approximately 12:50 p.m. The medications are locked in a cabinet adjacent to the dining room. All medications including PRNs were labeled, stored, and locked inaccessible to residents in care. Medications appeared to be given as prescribed at the time of the visit. No citations issued. Exit interview conducted. A copy of the report was provided.