Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Magda Malcore and Bernadette Allen conducted an announced Pre-Licensing visit to the facility. An initial application to operate an Adult Residential Facility (ARF) was submitted to the Central Applications Unit (CAU). Fire Clearance was granted on 02/08/23 for a total capacity of four (4) ambulatory. LPAs observed the following:

Physical Plant (Indoor/Outdoor): Indoor and outdoor passageways and inclines are free of obstructions. No bodies of water were observed. Adequate outdoor area is covered and patio furniture is in good repair. Facility has sufficient lighting and operating at a comfortable temperature of 74 degrees F. An adequate amount of seating and furnishing in good repair were observed in the common areas; There is enough space for client activities. Facility telephone service, smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors are working properly. Facility fireplace is screened. The designated laundry equipment is in good repair and supplies are kept in a locked cabinet.

Bedrooms: Client bedrooms are equipped with a clean mattress, chair, nightstand, sufficient linen and lighting. No client bedrooms is a passageway to another room.

Bathrooms: Client bathrooms are clean and equipped with operating toilets, washbasins, showers. Hot water temperature measured at 111 degrees F.

Supplies: The facility has sufficient supply of clean linens, towels and hygiene products, emergency flashlights and first-aid.

Food Service: LPAs observed the kitchen and food preparation areas are clean with an adequate number of cups, dishes, and utensils. Food storage cabinets are large enough for a seven (7) day supply of non-perishable foods. Refrigerators and freezers are clean and operating in good condition; there is enough storage for at least two (2) days of perishable foods. Sharps, cleaning supplies, and other toxins are kept secured in a locked cabinet.

Medications: A designated client medication cabinet was observed locked and secure.