Facility Evaluation Report

On 9/12/23 at 10:30 a.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jewel Baptiste conducted an unannounced Annual/Required inspection to Belshire Paraiso. Upon arrival LPA was greeted by Direct Support Professional (DSP) Rolando Mallare who contacted the Administrator, Christopher Ong. The administrator arrived at 10:40 p.m. and LPA explained the reason for the visit. This home is licensed to serve age range 18 through 59. Approved for (4) non-Ambulatory of which (2) may be bedridden. There were (4) clients in care during the time of this visit. The last emergency disaster/fire drill was conducted on 9/09/23. The Administrator Certificate expires on 6/1/2021 # 6033089735. LPA checked the pending list and observed the Administrators name. During today's visit LPA inspected the physical plant inside and outside, reviewed the food supply, tested the smoke/carbon monoxide detectors, reviewed (3) staff files, (4) client files, medications, and medication administration records for (4) clients.

This home contains 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room/Lobby, Family area, kitchen, dining room, laundry room and an attached garage. LPA toured the physical plant with the Administrator. and observed all (4) client bedrooms, contained required furniture, lamps, dresser, chair, and closet space. The two bathrooms contain a working toilet, basin and water faucet, walk in shower with grab bar, shower chair, and bathmat. The temperature measured at 106.5*F-106.7*F. The smoke detectors were battery operated and individually tested and observed to be working properly. The carbon monoxide detector was located throughout the facility, tested, and functioning properly. There were (2) fire extinguishers located in the family area and dining room fully charged and up to date. The kitchen was toured and contained working appliances; refrigerator, stove, oven and contained dishware, cups, plates, utensils, pots, and pans. The knives were secured and locked in a kitchen cabinet. The toxin and cleaning supplies was locked underneath kitchen sink. The pantry was well stocked with canned goods, pasta, cereals, and the food supply contained a sufficient supply with a two-day supply of perishables and a seven-day supply of non-perishables that met title 22 guidelines. Walls and floors, cabinets and counters were clean and sanitary throughout the home.