Senior Care Records.

Facility Evaluation Report

Astoria Care Home, Palm Desert03/29/2023Licence 331880594

Capacity6
Census5
Date signed03/29/2023 01:16:57 PM
The inspector’s account

On March 29, 2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Chinwe Nwogene arrived unannounced at the facility to conduct an annual inspection. LPA Nwogene was greeted and granted entry by Caregiver, Ermina Feliciano who was informed of the purpose of visit. At the time of visit there was 2 staff and 5 residents present. LPA toured the facility inside and out with Ermina Feliciano.

Kitchen; LPA toured the kitchen. Food is stored in a safe and healthful manner. Utensils and dishware are sufficient for the number of resident in care. The refrigerator and stove are in working order. Sharps are stored in a locked kitchen cabinet, available only to authorized individuals. Trash can has tight-fitting lid. Dishwasher is used to clean and sanitize dishes. All need appliances were present and shown to be in working condition and clean. The fridge was measured at 35 degrees Fahrenheit and Freezer was measures at -6 degrees Fahrenheit.

Dining and Livingroom; LPA toured the dinning and Livingroom area. LPA observed area to be clean and furnitures in good condition. Temperature was 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

Hallway; LPA toured the hallway and observed hallway to be clean with no pathway obstruction. LPA inspected the fire extinguisher and found it to be in compliance and record to be up to date. Carbon monoxide & smoke detector were tested and functioning properly. LPA observed additional linens and hygiene items.

Medications; LPA observed medications were labeled and stored in separate bins inside of a locked kitchen cabinet and are distributed according to physician orders. The first aid kit was complete.

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