Facility Evaluation Report, 06/01/2022 — Palm Vista Senior Living, Palmdale CA

LPA Spaeth arrived at the facility at 8:45 am and was greeted by the receptionist. LPA's temperature was recorded and LPA answered the COVID screening questions at the front desk. LPA was greeted by the Executive Director, Stuart Montalve. The Executive Director confirmed the facility is a two-story property with seventy (70) apartments in the assisted living section and twenty-five (25) apartments in the memory care section.

LPA and the Executive Director began the tour at 9:00 am. LPA observed the entrance to the facility contains a large public seating area which includes a bar and bistro area. The activities sheet was posted on the first floor and also in other locations throughout the facility.

The dining hall seats 97 residents and LPA Spaeth observed various sized tables with adequate seating for dining. The kitchen contained a food prep area with the required equipment for cooking and cleaning. The pantry was stocked with the required amount of dry goods and canned goods. The walk-in refrigerator contained fresh fruits and vegetables which were properly stored. Also, the walk in freezer contained frozen meats and vegetables. LPA observed the sink for washing hands contained wash your hands sign, paper towels, and hand soap.

There are three public bathrooms located on the first floor which are supplied with wash your hands sign, hand soap, paper towels, and a trash can. The staff break room was spacious and contained comfortable seating for staff. A med tech room is set up on the first floor for the assisted living residents. The room was locked and LPA observed the med cart was available for use. A library room is also available for residents. LPA observed Room 112 which is a one bedroom location and observed Room 114 which is a studio location. Both locations contained comfortable seating and a bed and linens. The shower is a walk in shower and a non-skid mat will be provided to the residents. At 9:01 am, LPA observed the water temperature in a resident's bathroom was 118 degrees F.