Facility Evaluation Report

On 04/24/2023 at 11:15 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) L. Holmes conducted an unannounced annual required inspection. LPA met with Helen Herbert, Administrator (ADM), and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA toured the facility with ADM who currently holds a certificate (#6003256740) that expires on 06/12/23. The facility’s fire clearance was approved for six (6) ambulatory clients; three (3) may be non-ambulatory and three (3) may be bedridden.

Upon arrival LPA observed two (2) staff attending to residents and one (1) resident dining. LPA toured the facility including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common area and backyard. The facility consists of five (5) total bedrooms which four (4) are occupied by the residents and one (1) by staff. All outdoor and indoor passageways are free of obstruction. There were no bodies of water. A comfortable temperature was maintained at 70 degrees Fahrenheit (F). LPA observed lighting in all rooms to be adequate for the comfort and safety of the residents. Hot water temperature in the shared residents bathroom was measured at 115 degrees (F). All toilets, hand washing, and bathing areas were safe, sanitary and in operating condition. Hand washing poster, paper towels, and soap observed at all hand washing stations. Linen and hygiene product were available for residents. PPE, sanitizer, and paper goods are sufficient.