Facility Evaluation Report

On 09/26/2025 at 8:00 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) P. Manalo to conduct a health and safety check as a result of the death of the licensee. LPA met with Staff, Lenie Ibe, and explained the purpose of the visit. Licensee, Joseph Taburaza, gave verbal authorization for staff to sign the report.

LPA toured facility inside and out including but not limited to 8 bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common area and courtyard. All outdoor and indoor passageways are kept free of obstruction. There are no bodies of water observed. A comfortable temperature is maintained at 71 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 94.3, 95.9, 115.4, 107.7, 114.7, and 85.2 degrees Fahrenheit. Residents’ showers are equipped with grab bars and non-skid mats. Centrally stored medication and sharps were locked and inaccessible to residents.

Smoke detector and alarm system was last certified on 08/14/2025. Smoke alarm and carbon monoxide were in operating condition during visit. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on 06/18/2025. First aid kit was observed to be complete.

During the visit, LPA discussed with the licensee will update the documents with the Secretary of the State. Proof of documents will be submitted to CCLD.