| Bathrooms: At 10:50am LPA observed all bathrooms are clean and in good repair. Properly supplied with toilet paper, soap and paper towels. The hot water temperature measured at 111.2°F. LPA observed appropriate grab bars and non-skid mats. All trash cans in bathrooms had fitted lids to protect from cross contamination.
Smoke detectors/carbon monoxide. Dual smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were located throughout the facility, and at 11:05am they were tested and observed to be operational.
Outside areas: At approximately, 11:20am LPA toured the outside area of the facility and observed appropriate outdoor furniture, with a covered shaded area for residents. LPA discussed the importance of maintaining the care and supervision to meet the needs of residents. There are no bodies of water.
Laundry Room: Laundry machines are in a separate locked area next to the kitchen. Disinfectants, laundry detergents and hygiene supplies were stored and inaccessible to residents in care. Extra linens were also stored and readily available.
Garage: The garage is currently being used as storage for extra supplies and maintenance tools.
Between 11:45am to 2:00pm, LPA reviewed records of six (6) residents and three (3) staff members. Resident and staff records appeared to be complete and updated.
MEDICATION: LPA observed centrally stored medication and First Aid kit locked inside the kitchen cabinet and inaccessible to residents in care. LPA observed First-aid kit is complete and has new manual. Facility has a Dementia Care Program. PRN medications have written orders from a physician. The facility serves residents with dementia and the facility has trained staff to meet the needs of residents who are diagnosed with dementia. Facility has two (2) staff for AM shift and two (2) awake caregivers for PM shift, there is one (1) caregiver on call.
Administrative: Annual fee is current. All required signs are posted. LPA collected LIC500, LIC9020. The Administrator Certificate expires on 7/16/2027.
LPA Interviewed two (2) caregivers and four (4) out of six (6) residents who were able to communicate.
No citation issued during this visit.
Exit interview conducted. Copy of report signed and delivered to the Administrator.
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