| Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kelly Dulek arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a required annual visit at 10:38AM. This annual had a specific emphasis on infection control practices and procedures. The LPA met with Licensee/Administrator Estrella (Lillian) Alarcon and discussed the reason for the visit.
At 11:48AM, the LPA, along with facility Licensee, toured the physical plant areas inside and outside to ensure there are no health and safety hazards and facility is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. The following was observed:
Fire extinguishers were observed to be fully charged and recently purchased. Smoke detectors/carbon monoxide detectors were tested at 12:03PM and were functional at the time of the visit.
COMMON SPACES: In the common areas, walls and flooring were checked for cleanliness and good condition. At the time of the visit, family room, living room and dining room furniture was observed to be in good condition. The LPA observed the required postings in the common area.
The courtyard/backyard has a covered outdoor area equipped with furniture for resident use. The licensee is currently converting a portion of the garage into a staff bedroom, office, and bathroom. The garage was observed and contained the laundry area, as well as emergency food supply and water, and storage. Licensee stated that when construction is completed each day, the garage is locked and inaccessible.
KITCHEN: Kitchen appliances appeared to be in operable condition. The facility has a sufficient supply of perishable and non-perishable food. All knives and cleaning supplies were observed to be locked and properly stored at the time of the visit.
BEDROOMS: The LPA observed the resident bedrooms, which were furnished appropriately with clean linens, appropriate furnishings and sufficient lighting. There are 6 (six) total bedrooms for resident use.
Report Continued on LIC 809-C
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