Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Rayshaun Nickolas visited the facility unannounced to complete a comprehensive annual inspection. LPA Nickolas met caregiver Sonya Braithwaite and explained the purpose of the visit. Today’s inspection included a facility tour, record review, and interviews with staff.

The facility is four (4) bedrooms and two (2) bathrooms of which three (3) bedrooms and one (1) bathroom are used for residents in care. The facility also has living room, dining area, covered patio, and attached garage. Licensed capacity is four (4), with a current census of two (2) residents in care.

Physical Plant: There are no obstructions to indoor and outdoor passageways. The facility temperature is 72 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA inspected resident bedrooms; each room included required furniture such as mattresses, nightstands, storage space, and sufficient lighting; bathrooms were clean, and appliances were functional. LPA Nickolas' observed adequate furniture and lighting throughout the facility. The hot water temperature tested within regulation at 105-116 Fahrenheit. The facility has operating smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, which LPA Nickolas tested during the visit. The facility has a charged fire extinguisher that is serviced by Hi Desert Fire. LPA Nickolas observed a personal rights poster, hand washing poster, and emergency contact information posted throughout the facility . LPA Nickolas observed that cleaning supplies, toxins, sharps, and other dangerous items are kept secure and inaccessible to residents in care. There was a designated storage space for client/staff files. LPA Nickolas observed medications locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Overall, the facility is clean, in good repair, and operating in safe conditions for residents in care.

Food Service: Non-perishable and perishable food supply is sufficient in number for residents in care. The facility has a variety of food available for clients. Dishes, cups, and utensils were also appropriately stored.

Care & Supervision : The facility staff is sufficient in number for the care and supervision of residents in care. All staff members working in the facility have criminal record clearance through the department.