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25 | On 01/06/2022, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Don Senaha conducted an unannounced annual required visit with a primary focus on Infection Control measures using the new CARE Inspection Tool. LPA met with administrator Simla Mehta and explained the purpose of today’s visit. The facility is licensed to operate for six (6) elderly non-ambulatory residents ages 60 and above. Facility is approved for five (5) bedridden and has a hospice wavier for six (6) residents.
The facility is a single-story structure located in a residential neighborhood. It consists of the following: four (4) resident's rooms, a staff room, four (4) bathrooms, living area, dining area, kitchen and outside covered patio area with a table and chairs. There is an attached garage with access only through the front of the garage and is used for storage. The garage consists of the washer and dryer for laundry.
LPA and administrator toured the physical plant. There were no bodies of water or obstructions on the premises. All rooms were inspected. Beds and bedding supplies were in good condition, adequate lighting provided, storage for resident personal belongings was observed. Bed linens, comforters, and bath towels were adequately stocked at the time of visit. Bathrooms were found to be within Title 22 regulations and were clean and operational. The water temperature measured between 109.4 F and 115.3 F in the bathrooms and kitchen. A comfortable temperature was maintained in the facility.
LPA observed the facility to be sanitary and appropriately furnished at the time of visit. Storage areas for personal hygiene, cleaning supplies, toxins, and sharps objects were stored and not accessible to residents. The kitchen was inspected and there is sufficient perishable and non-perishable food available maintained properly. One (1) fire extinguisher was fully charged in the dining area, smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were operable. A review of Medication Administration Records (MAR) was maintained in order and accurate. First aid kit available in the medicine cabinet area.
Evaluation Report Continues on LIC 809-C |