Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ashley Smith arrived unannounced to conduct a required annual visit, which has an emphasis on infection control practices and procedures. The LPA met with Executive Dion Gallarza and explained the reason for the visit.

The LPA 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.

Common Areas: The LPA toured the common spaces in the Assisted Living community and in the Safe Haven (Memory Care) community. Common areas were observed to be clean and in good condition. There were no obstructions and/or tripping hazards throughout the facility. The facility maintains a comfortable temperature at 75 degrees Fahrenheit. There are fire extinguishers throughout the community, which were fully charged. The Executive Director communicated that the fire extinguishers, generator, and sprinkler system would be inspected by an outside company in September 2022. Laundry room(s) were locked at the time of the visit.

Activities: Planned activities are offered. Activity schedule is posted throughout the facility. The LPA observed staff engaging with residents in the Assisted Living and Safe Haven (Memory Care) community.

Kitchen: The facility had a sufficient supply of two-day perishable and seven-day nonperishable food at the time of the visit. The facility uses Sysco and US Foods for food delivery. The menu was posted, and the facility offers an alternate menu.

Restrooms: Common restrooms were observed, and the LPA observed signs in the restrooms that promoted good hand hygiene. Restrooms were fully stocked with paper towels and soap. The LPA tested the water temperature in the common restroom on the first floor, which measured at 120.8 F.