Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Teresa Camara and Martha Arroyo arrived unannounced to conduct a required annual visit. The last annual conducted at this facility was on 01/13/2023. Upon arrival, LPAs met with Executive Director, Jeannette Ruggiero, and explained the reason for the visit. Entrance interview.

LPAs toured the physical plant areas inside and outside to ensure there are no health and safety hazards and community is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations.

KITCHEN: At the time of the visit, there was a sufficient supply of perishable and nonperishable food. Refrigerator, freezer, and pantry area were observed; food labels were inspected and checked for dates and expiration dates, and food labels had dates clearly marked. The facility also has an emergency supply of food and water. The weekly menu was posted by the dining room entrance. Appliances appeared to be in operable condition.

COMMON AREAS: The facility is a two story building; units are designated for assisted living residents on the first and second floor, and a separate unit on the first floor is designated for dementia residents. There were no obstructions and/or tripping hazards observed. The facility maintains a comfortable temperature. The fire extinguishers were charged and last serviced 01/13/2024. Smoke Detectors and Carbon Monoxide detectors were tested within the past 12 months and were operable. Facility elevator was operating properly. There are four (4) stairwells that all have emergency evacuation chairs.

ACTIVITIES: Planned activities are offered, and the activity schedule was posted. Activity rooms and common spaces appeared clean and in good repair.