Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sandra Urena arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a required annual visit. The LPA met with the Administrator Doris Almario at 12:20 p.m. and explained the reason for the visit.

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

COMMON SPACES: The common spaces included the living room and dining area. The LPA observed a screened fireplace in the living room. All areas were clean, sanitary and in good repair. Smoke detectors are hardwired and interconnected, all were tested and observed to be operational. The fire extinguisher was observed to be full and last bought on 10/15/2023. The LPA observed required postings on the wall of the living room. At the time of the visit, living room and dining room furniture was observed to be in good condition. The laundry is located in a hallway closet. The seven day supply of water and non-perishable food is located in a closet by the main entrance.

KITCHEN: Kitchen appliances were in operable condition. The facility has a sufficient supply of perishable and non-perishable food. Knives, medications, and chemicals were locked and inaccessible.

BEDROOMS: There are (5) five bedrooms designated for resident use and (2) two bedrooms designated for staff use. The facility has furnished each room with clean linens, appropriate furnishings, and sufficient lighting for resident use. Linen closet was observed to have a sufficient supply of linens and blankets.

RESTROOMS: Resident restrooms are clean, sanitary, and in operating condition with grab bars and non-skid surfaces. The LPA observed sufficient amounts of soap and paper products. Hand-washing signs were identified in all restrooms.