Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tuesday Cabiness arrived at the facility to conduct an unannounced infection visit. Upon entry, LPA was greeted by staff Elena Schmidt, who allowed LPA to enter. The current census is (3); one client was out in the community from the weekend and the other client was at school. LPA’s temperature was immediately taken and documented; a list of COVID-19 questions was asked; and LPA signed in the visitor book. LPA observed staff to have full mask covering; a hand sanitizing station; PPE supplies at the front door. COVID-19, CDC, Department of Public Health, and Licensing postings on the walls throughout the facility he Administrator Narek Davtyan arrived shortly after, and LPA discussed the new infection control plan.

The infection control plan review was conducted with the Administrator Narek. LPA also conducted a physical plant inspection. The facility has (3) bedrooms; with (1) shared room and beds were kept (6) feet apart. All bedrooms were properly furnished. The common areas were observed to be clean, including bathrooms, with soap and towels. The Administrator reported to LPA, that (3) clients have been vaccinated and have booster shots, as well as the flu shot. Only (2) staff are vaccinated; the others conduct weekly testing and the facility keeps documentation of the test results. All new employee hires and new resident admits, must be properly screened, and provide negative COVID test, prior to entering the facility. Administration continues to conduct training to staff and clients in relation to COVID-19. Administrator reported the facility receives departmental emails. There is currently no paid sick leave policy in place.

Clients are screened at day program and upon entry and when they return back to the facility. Clients that leave the facility for a few days, must return with a negative COVID test.