Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Emily Peraldi and Sandra Urena arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a required annual visit. At 10:05 a.m., the LPAs were greeted and screened by staff. At 10:15 a.m., the LPAs met with the Executive Director (ED), Elizabeth Whittington and explained the reason for the visit.

At 10:36 a.m., the LPAs and the Executive Director 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.

The facility is a five-story building. Resident rooms are located throughout four floors, all floors are assisted living except for floor three (3) which is designated for memory care. Common spaces on the first floor include the reception area/lobby, a theater, salon, dining room, and fitness room. The remaining floors each have their common spaces for activities, and all have appropriate furniture. All activity rooms and common spaces appeared clean and in good repair. Activity schedules are posted throughout the facility. There were no obstructions and/or tripping hazards throughout the facility. There are fire extinguishers throughout the facility, which were charged and last serviced 01/05/2024. Fire alarm/sprinkler system test was documented and tested 08/2023.

Kitchen: Dining is located on the first floor and was observed to be clean and sanitary. The facility had a sufficient supply of two-day perishable and seven-day nonperishable food. The menu was posted, and the facility offers daily specials and a standard selection at every meal. Snacks and beverages are available for residents.

Resident Units: The LPAs and Executive Director toured seven (7) randomly selected resident rooms throughout the community. Rooms were furnished with clean linens, appropriate furniture and sufficient lighting. Continued on LIC 809C.