Facility Evaluation Report

On 03/20/2025 at 2:20 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) L. Alexander arrived unannounced to conduct 1-Year Annual Required inspection. LPA met with Administrator, Jerry Pediguerra and explained the purpose of the visit. The facility’s fire clearance was approved for capacity of six (6) non-ambulatory residents in which one (1) may be bedridden. Hospice waiver approved for two (2) residents.

LPA toured facility with Jerry including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common area and backyard. The facility consists of 6 total bedrooms which 6 bedrooms are occupied by the residents. All outdoor and indoor passageways are kept free of obstruction. There are no bodies of water observed. A comfortable temperature is maintained at 73 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed lighting in all rooms are adequate for the comfort and safety of the residents. The hot water temperature in the residents’ shared bathroom was measured at 112.5 degrees Fahrenheit. Residents’ bathrooms are equipped with grab bars and non-skid mats. There is a minimum of one week supply of nonperishable and 2-day of perishable foods. Centrally stored medication and sharps were locked and inaccessible to residents.

Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were in operating condition during visit. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on 10/14/2024. Emergency Disaster Plan was last posted on 02/22/2025. First aid kit was observed to be complete. Emergency disaster drill was last conducted on last year and was not current.

LPA reviewed five (5) residents records. LPA reviewed five (5) staff records and 5 of 5 have current first aid training and associated to the facility.