Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Evelin Rios arrived at the facility to conduct an unannounced annual inspection. Upon arrival, LPA was greeted by staff #1 (S1). S1 contacted the administrator Rita Morales. Rita met LPA shortly after. LPA explained to the administrator the purpose of the visit. LPA observed required postings in the entry area. Administrator had to leave to an appointment and designated staff Micaela Orozco to sign for the report.

At 10:50 a.m. LPA conducted a physical plant tour to ensure the health and safety of the residents in care. The following was observed:

Kitchen: The kitchen appliances and fixtures were functional. LPA found a sufficient amount of 2-day perishable and 7-day non-perishable food at the facility; properly stored. Knives were stored in a locked cabinet in the kitchen.

Bedrooms: There are (4) bedrooms of which four (4) are designated for residents' use. Two of the bedrooms are shared. Rooms occupied by residents were properly furnished with appropriate bedding and linens and with sufficient lighting. A hallway closet by the bedroom was observed to store extra linens, resident, staff records and medication.

Bathrooms: There are two (2) bathrooms. Two (2) are designated for residents' use. Bathrooms were properly supplied and had functional fixtures. Hot water temperature was taken from one (1) of two (2) bathrooms at 11:15 a.m. and read between 105 and 120 degrees Fahrenheit.

Common Areas : These included the living area and dining area. The common areas were properly furnished. The auditory alarms on all exit doors were on and functional at the time of the visit.