Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Crystal Colvin arrived at the facility unannounced for the purpose of following up on past due licensing fees. LPA Colvin met with caregiver Luther Armstrong and informed him of the purpose of today's inspection. Below is a summary of the items discussed:

Licensing Fees: LPA Colvin observed that the facility has past due licensing fees in the amount of $1,362.00. Deficiency cited.

Certified Administrator: LPA Colvin observed that Mary Martin is listed as the facility's current Administrator, but her Administrator Certificate is expired as of 12/18/22. LPA Colvin additionally notes that the facility was cited for this during their annual inspection on 9/11/23 and has not been corrected, therefore, LPA Colvin will be re-citing a deficiency.

Criminal Background Clearance: LPA Colvin observed that caregiver Luke Armstrong (S1) is not associated to the facility. Deficiency cited. When there is staff present in the facility without having their criminal background clearance transferred to the facility, this results in a civil penalty of $100 per day for every day the individual is present at the facility, for a maximum of 5 days unless repeated within 12 months. Luke reports that he has been working at the facility for one month, t herefore a civil penalty of $500 ($100 x 5) is being assessed today.

Based on observations made, the facility was cited and civil penalties were issued in the amount of $500. An exit interview was conducted with caregiver Luther Armstrong and a copy of this report, LIC809D, LIC421BG, and appeal rights were provided.