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. This visit was conducted in conjunction with the local and state health department. In attendance included Deborah Leonard from Ventura County Public Health, and Cherish Mendoza and Shantala Ahanya from the California Department of Public Health. All parties met with Executive Director Zak Howell and explained the reason for the visit.

All parties 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: Common areas were observed to be clean and in good condition. There were no obstructions and/or tripping hazards throughout the facility. Exits with doors were inspected. The facility maintains a comfortable temperature at 75 degrees Fahrenheit. Planned activities are offered, but at this time there are no group activities. Activity schedule is posted throughout the community. There are fire extinguishers throughout the community, which were charged and last serviced October 2021. The smoke detectors are hard-wired in the common areas and were last tested December 2021. The sprinkler system is tested quarterly.

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 Foods for food delivery. The menu was posted, and the facility offers an alternate menu. Due to a current COVID-19 positives within the facility, dining is suspended. Staff are delivering meals to the resident’s rooms, and regularly providing snacks and hydration to the residents.

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.