Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Rose Ruppert made an unannounced visit to conduct an Annual Required Evaluation. LPA was greeted and granted entry by Staff #1 (S1) at 8am LPA met with Administrator (AD) Dante Benedicto and explained the purpose of the visit.

The facility is a level 3, two- story home with four client bedrooms and one staff bedroom downstairs and two rooms upstairs which are occupied by the administrator. The facility has an approved fire clearance of six non-ambulatory and currently has a census of four clients in care. At time of arrival, all four clients had left for Adult Day Programs.

During the visit, LPA toured the facility and tested auditory alarms on exits, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and hot water temperatures in four of four resident bathrooms. The hot water temperature measured between 107.2 to 110.1 degrees Fahrenheit and all smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were operational. There is one camera in the dining room area that does not record audio. Client bathrooms and bedrooms were clean and had the required linens and furniture. LPA observed a screen door needed repair. The fire extinguisher is charged and was serviced on June 12, 2025 and the last fire drill was conducted on October 25, 2025.

While touring the kitchen, LPA observed sharps and knives were secured. All appliances were operational and pantries were stocked with unexpired canned goods. The weekly menu was posted on the refrigerator and the facility had the required two-day perishables and seven-day non-perishables on-hand. Hazardous chemicals were locked and stored in the garage. A washer and dryer were in working order and emergency food supply and water were stored in the garage. A shaded seating was observed outdoors with a large exterior area for activities. (Continued on LIC 809-C)