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25 | On this day, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kevin Saborit-Guasch made an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct the required annual inspection. LPA was greeted and granted entry by facility caregiving staff after introducing himself and stating the purpose of the visit. Administrator Cynthia Shoga was notified of the visit via telephone and arrived later to assist with the visit.
There are currently five residents in care, two of which are receiving hospice care. LPA observed residents relaxing in their respective bedrooms and in the facility's common living areas. LPA accompanied by facility staff toured the physical plant. The facility is a one-story house. There are five privately occupied bedrooms, in addition to a room for use by overnight staff. There are four bathrooms throughout the facility.
Bedrooms appeared clean and sanitary. Two bedrooms are equipped with full-length rails, however residents are confirmed to not be receiving hospice care at this time. Type B citation issued. LPA observed all the resident bedrooms have the required furnishings. Bathrooms appear clean and sanitary. Bathrooms are equipped with grab bars and slip mats. Hot water temperature measured within the required range in two separate bathrooms with faucets used for personal grooming.
LPA observed the kitchen has a minimum two (2) day perishable and seven (7) day non-perishable food supply. Sharp items are stored in a secure drawer. Mounted fire extinguishers is charged. LPA tested the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors which were found to be operational. The centrally stored medication is located in a secure cabinet located in the dining area. Additional storage areas are inaccessible to residents. Cleaning supplies are stored securely in a secure storage locker accessible outside the house as well as under the kitchen sink.
CONTINUED ON FORM LIC809-C |