Facility Evaluation Report

On this day, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kevin Saborit-Guasch made an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct the required annual inspection. LPA was greeted and granted entry by facility caregiving staff after introducing himself and stating the purpose of the visit. Licensee Luis Lucero and administrator Jeffrey Gardner were notified via telephone and arrived later to assist.

There are currently five residents in care, none of which are receiving hospice care at this time. Residents are observed relaxing in their respective bedrooms and in the common areas. LPA accompanied by facility staff toured the physical plant. The facility is a one-story house with one shared and three private bedrooms used by residents. There are two bathrooms used by residents. None of the residents are bedridden at this time.

All occupied bedrooms appear clean and sanitary. All resident bedrooms have the required furnishings. Bathrooms appear clean and sanitary and are all equipped with grab bars and slip mats. Hot water temperature measured at 113F and 114F in two bathrooms with faucets used for personal grooming by residents.

LPA observed the kitchen has a minimum two (2) day perishable and seven (7) day non-perishable food supply. Sharp items, cleaning supplies and the medication central storage are verified to be secure. Two wall-mounted fire extinguishers are present and verified to be charged with up-to-date maintenance indicated. Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors are present and operational.