Facility Evaluation Report

Caring Hearts for Elderly, Palm Desert08/07/2024Licence 331880648

Capacity6
Census4
Date signed08/07/2024 11:03:51 AM
The inspector’s account

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Seo Jeon, made an unannounced visit to the facility for the purpose of conducting a required annual inspection. The LPA was greeted and allowed to enter the facility to conduct the inspection. LPA was met with Fida Agresor, caregiver, and she was notified of the purpose for the visit.

Infection Control: The LPA observed the hand washing stations in the facility restrooms. LPA observed PPE equipment and cleaning supplies to do regular cleaning of the facility. LPA reviewed the facility's infection control plan and found all required infection control measures.

PHYSICAL PLANT : The Licensee is operating the facility within the conditions and limitations specified on the license. Outdoor and indoor passageways are kept free of obstruction. No pool or body of water was observed on the property. According to staff, there are no known weapons kept in the home. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and poisons were inaccessible to clients in care. A comfortable temperature was being maintained in the home. There was sufficient lighting in all rooms to ensure the comfort and safety of clients. Hot water was tested at 115.5 degrees F. Fire extinguisher located in kitchen area has proper inspection tag. The smoke and carbon monoxide alarms were tested and found to be operable. The interior and exterior areas of the home were observed to be very clean and safe.

FOOD SERVICE : There was a variety of food which appeared to be selected and stored in a safe and healthful manner. Food supply of nonperishable and perishable foods was sufficient. The kitchen was observed to be clean. . LPA observed the required 2-day supply of perishable and 7-day supply of non-perishable foods.

Source: California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing. Methodology · Report a correction