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32 | Continued from LIC 809-C
COMMON AREAS: These include the Family Room, Living Room and Dining Room. The common areas were checked for cleanliness and furniture was checked for functionality during time of visit. At the time of the visit, LPA observed missing furniture including a dining table. Administrator stated that furniture is schedule to be delivered in the next days. The facility has a fireplace in the family room. At the time of the visit, LPA observed the fireplace not to be properly screened. Administrator will purchase a screen to cover fireplace. There will be a designated cellphone available for resident’s use. Facility will provide internet service for resident use. Facility has enough space to store clean common linen items such as bed sheets, towels, pillowcases, and mattress pads. LPA observed night lights in all hallways and passages. Facility has an auditory signal system in place at the time of the visit. Facility is equipped with two fire doors to enhance safety and prevent the spread of fire. Administrator stated that Fire doors will be closed at all times. At the time of the visit LPA did not observe a magnet to prevent doors from closing.
LAUNDRY ROOM: LPA observed a washer and a dryer machine. Furthermore, LPA observed a locked cabinet where medication will be stored. Facility will properly document medication on the Centrally Store Medication and Destruction log. Additionally, Administrator will use extra cabinets to store facility’s fist aid kit, emergency food and water supplies, staff and residents’ files, non-perishable food, and hygiene products.
SURROUNDING GROUNDS: Garden and yard are easily accessible to residents, and they are sufficient in size, comfortable and appropriately equipped for outdoor use. There was a shaded area with proper furniture for outdoor use. LPA observed two (2) self-closing and latching side gates. LPA observed a non-working creek on the property. At the time of the visit, LPA did not observe water running through the creek. Also, LPA observed an operational water fountain located at the front entrance of the facility. The water fountain was functioning properly at the time of the inspection, and no issues were noted. Additionally, LPA observed sufficient space to accommodate outdoor activities for residents. At the time of the visit, LPA observed construction workers installing railings and gates alongside the backyard. This project shall be completed before licensure. LPA observed video recording cameras facing the outside of the property. LPA explained that if cameras can record sound, administrator shall submit a waiver due to the audio component, to update plan of operation and admission agreement.
Continued on LIC 809-C
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