| The kitchen observed to be fully stocked with two (2) days perishable and seven (7) days non-perishable food. Kitchen observed to be clean and inaccessible to pests. Knives, sharps, and cleaning solutions are kept locked in a cabinet under the sink and inaccessible to residents. Stove observed to be working and in proper condition.
The backyard of the facility is equipped with a designated shaded area with outdoor furniture for residents. There is no body of water in this facility.
Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide observed to be working properly and were tested.
The Garage can be accessed from the inside of the facility. The garage is equipped with an extra refrigerator and fully stocked with food. Laundry room located inside the garage. Laundry detergents, cleaning agents, and other toxins are stored in the garage which is kept locked and inaccessible to residents.
The Residents' rooms are adequately furnished with appropriate furniture and lighting system. Hallways/passageways are lighted appropriately. Residents have sufficient personal hygiene product which is provided by the licensee. The bathrooms were checked for cleanliness and proper operation. LPA observed the appropriate grab bars in the toilets and showers. The hot water temperature was measured at a range of 107.6°F. Towels and washcloths are not shared. Sufficient availability of clean lien stored in hallway cabinet.
Medications: LPA observed medication stored in locked cabinet and inaccessible to residents. Medication usage recorded and stored properly. LPA along with Assistant Administrator Maniapez conducted a review of the medication to ensure compliance. First-aid kit observed to be equipped with but not limited to: bandages, scissors, digital thermometer, tweezer, and manual.
Resident records: LPA conducted a complete file review of resident records. Resident records appeared to be complete and updated. Staff records: LPA conducted a complete file review of staff records. Staff records appeared to be complete and updated.
There was no immediate health and safety hazard observed during the day of inspection. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report was provided to facility representative, Alvin Maniapez.
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