Facility Evaluation Report

On this day, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Kevin Saborit-Guasch and Brandon Lopez made an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct the required annual inspection. LPAs were greeted and granted entry by caregiving staff after introducing themselves and stating the purpose of the visit. Administrator Beth Quinto was notified via telephone and arrived later to assist with the inspection.

There are currently four residents in care, none of which is receiving hospice care. One admitted resident was hospitalized on the day of the visit for scheduled surgery and is absent from the premises. LPAs observed residents participating in activities in the facility’s common areas and relaxing in their respective bedrooms. LPAs accompanied by facility caregiver toured the physical plant. The facility is a one-story house with an attached garage. The facility has six private resident bedrooms and two shared bathrooms along with one staff room. All bedrooms appeared clean and sanitary. LPAs observed all the resident bedrooms have the required furnishings. One resident has half-rails in place for postural support without the appropriate physician order. Type B citation issued. All bathrooms appear clean and sanitary. Bathrooms were equipped with grab bars and non-slip mats. Hot water temperature measured slightly above the required temperature range and was adjusted down during the visit. Consultation provided on monitoring water temperature.

LPAs observed the kitchen has a minimum two (2) day perishable and seven (7) day non-perishable food supply. LPA observed knives locked in a secure drawer. A fire extinguisher is verified to be charged and has been maintained in 2024. LPA tested the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors which were found to be operational. The centrally stored medication is located in a locked cabinet in the dining room. The attached garage is inaccessible to residents and is used for storage and for laundry. Cleaning supplies are located in the garage. Window cleaning solution and bleach observed unsecure in the backyard. Type B citation issued and cleared during the visit.