Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Brian Balisi arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a required annual inspection. Upon arrival LPA met with Administrator Alla Harutunyan and explained the reason for the visit.

At approximately 10:45am, LPA 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 carbon monoxide and smoke alarms were tested and all functioned properly. The fire extinguisher was fully charged and last serviced in June 09, 2023.

The kitchen appeared to be clean and the appliances and fixtures functional. LPA observed a sufficient amount of perishable food stored in the fridge and non-perishable food properly stored. Kitchen knives are stored in a locked drawer in the center island of the kitchen. Stove burners are rendered inaccessible to the residents by installing a lock when not in use. The supply of dishes, utensils, pots, pans and drinkware is adequate. The freezer was maintained at zero degrees Fahrenheit (0*F) and the refrigerator was maintained at 40*F. The supply of nonperishable food is adequate. There are no pesticides (poisons) or toxins stored in any food storage area or preparation area with utensils. Appliances in the kitchen were clean and all appeared functional. Trash cans had tight fitting lids. Kitchen, laundry and house cleaning supplies are stored in the laundry area. This area was observed inaccessible to residents in care. No flies or other vermin were observed.

All resident rooms are set up with beds, nightstands, lamps, chests of drawers, chairs and closet space. The beds are furnished with box springs, comfortable mattress and clean linen; which includes, a mattress pad, top and bottom linens, pillowcases, blanket (if needed) and a bedspread. Lighting in the rooms appeared adequate. The bedrooms were large enough to allow for easy passage between the beds and furniture with a wheelchair or walker. In addition, no bedroom was used as a passageway to another room, bath or toilet. Room # 5 is a designated staff room. All rooms were free of odors. All window screens were clean and maintained in good repair.