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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jessica Cho arrived at the facility unannounced for the purpose of conducting the Required 1-Year annual evaluation using the CARE Inspection Tool. LPA met with Administrators Johan Mathews and Diana Manzano and explained the reason for the visit. Course work for both administrators were verified during the visit and is pending certification with the Department.
The facility is a two story structure located in a residential neighborhood. Facility is licensed to operate for six (6) non-ambulatory and maintains a hospice waiver for six (6). There are six residents in care during today's visit of which two are in hospice. Two caregivers are on duty during the visit.
LPA observed the facility to be clean and sanitary. There are three resident bedrooms and two resident bathrooms on the first floor. The second floor consists of three staff bedrooms and a living room which is only utilized by two staff. There are two staff bathrooms on the second floor. All common areas were inspected including the attached two car garage. The residents' bedrooms were appropriately furnished. Beds and bedding supplies were in good condition, adequate lighting was provided, sufficient storage space for personal belongings were observed. Bathrooms were found to be in compliance, clean, and operational. The water temperature measured at 108.6 and 109.2 degrees Fahrenheit. Toxins, disinfectants, sharps, and medications were secured and inaccessible. LPA observed sufficient two-day supply of perishables and seven-day supply of non-perishable food. LPA toured the exterior portion of the facility. LPA observed the outdoor passageway free of obstruction. The exit gate was self-closing and self-latching. LPA observed sufficient seating and shading. Facility maintains two fire extinguishers one on each floor. Both were charged, and serviced on July 1, 2024. The auditory devices and dual-functioning smoke/carbon monoxide detectors were tested and operational on both floors. LPA observed the emergency disaster supplies including food/water in the garage. Emergency evacuation drills are being conducted. The first aid kit contains all necessary elements. LPA observed the required 'See Something, Say Something' (PUB475) poster in the correct size. |