Facility Evaluation Report

On April 29, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst, Arvin Villanueva (LPA), arrived unannounced at this facility to conduct the annual inspection visit. LPA met with the administrator, Daniel Tafta (AD), and staff on duty, Mahaela Tafta (S1), and stated the purpose of the visit. Present during this visit were 3 residents in care with 2 staff on duty (AD and S1).

Overview : Facility is a two-story home located in a residential neighborhood. Residents lives the downstairs only. Facility is licensed to serve up to 6 elderly residents, up to 6 may be non-ambulatory and can accept/retain 1 bedridden. Room #2 of the facility sketch was fire cleared for 1 bedridden use. Facility does manage residents’ cash resources. Facility does not have clearance for delayed egress, and/or locked interior/exterior.

Physical Inspection : Areas inspected include, but not limited to, the kitchen, resident bedrooms, resident bathrooms, living and dining room and outdoor areas.

LPA and S1 inspected 4 resident bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Hot water temperature was at 117 degrees Fahrenheit. Fire door was observed going to rooms #1 & #2 and it will automatically close when the fire alarm is activated. Room #2 is also equipped with a fire door. Exit door in room #2 drags at the bottom when opening. Administrator was advised to make necessary repair. During this visit, the AD fixed it. In bedroom #4, LPA observed a Hoyer lift that is used as needed. Advisory was provided to ensure all staff have training on how to use this device. LPA observed indoor cameras. Per record reviews, signed documents regarding cameras by residents/responsible party was observed. LPA observed smoke detectors and 2 carbon monoxide detectors.