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32 | KITCHEN: The facility has a Kitchen area that is equipped with a refrigerator, microwave oven, dish washer and sink. The kitchen appliances and fixtures were functional. LPA observed the kitchen area, there was sufficient stock of one week non-perishable foods and two days of perishable foods. Frozen foods are properly wrapped and stored. Food storage and preparation areas are clean and inaccessible to pests. LPA observed that sharp objects were stored in a locked drawer inaccessible to residents in care. Extra emergency food was properly stored inside the storage cabinet. The common areas which include dining and living room appeared clean and were properly furnished. Temperature was comfortable it was measured at 12:00pm to be 75°F. No obstructions and or tripping hazards throughout the facility found.
MEDICATION: LPA observed centrally stored medication, facility staff/resident files, and First Aid kit locked in the kitchen cabinet and inaccessible to residents in care. LPA observed First-aid kit is complete and has new manual. Facility has Dementia Care Program. PRN medications have written orders from a physician. The facility serves residents with dementia and facility has trained staff to meet the needs of residents who are diagnosed with dementia. Potentially dangerous items are kept inaccessible to residents in care. Facility has 2 staff for AM shift and 1 awake caregiver for PM shift.
COMMON AREAS: LPA observed living room and a dining room that appeared generally clean and were properly furnished. Fireplace in the living room is properly fenced and blocked with armchair. No obstructions and or tripping hazards throughout the facility. Facility has land line, LPA checked its operational.
LAUNDRY ROOM: Laundry machines are located in the separate closed door area next to the dining room. LPA observed all chemicals and detergents are kept locked and inaccessible to residents in care.
SURROUNDING GROUNDS: LPA observed sufficient yard space with fenced backyard. Appropriate outdoor furniture, with covered shaded area was available for residents at the front and back area of the house. LPA discussed the importance of maintaining the care and supervision to meet the needs of clients. Exit doors were unlocked and free of obstructions. The facility does not have a swimming pool or body of water. There is no garage in the property.
FILE REVIEW: Between 12:45pm to 2:30pm, LPA reviewed records and files of two (2) residents and four (4) staff/caregivers. A review of staff and resident records appeared to be complete. Resident’s files contain signed admission agreements and a medical assessment, and all other required documentarians.
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