Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst, Amber Coleman (LPA Coleman) and Michelle Echeverria, (LPA Echeverria) arrived at the Pitache Residential Facility to conduct an Annual Inspection. LPAs knocked on the door and were greeted by staff member, Jennifer Vargas. LPA’s introduced self and stated the purpose of the visit. LPA’s were invited inside of the facility, had temperature taken and signed in. LPA’s were provided a space to set up and then began a walkthrough of the physical plant. LPA’s were informed the facility census is 1. There are currently 3 residents in care, 2 of the residents were at their adult day programs at the time of the visit. Administrator was not present upon arrival, but arrived to facility later during LPA visit.

LPA’s visit consisted of a walk through, staff interviews, review of staff and resident files. Resident rooms all included adequate furniture, a bed, night stand, lighting, a television, and storage. Each bathroom included adequate amount of paper and hand hygiene supplies. Showers equipped with grab bars and non-slip grip products.

Extra linens, chemicals are kept in a secure hallway closet. Additional supplies are also kept in sliding door closet. The facility conducts disaster drills every three months. Last fire and earthquake drill conducted 12/20/23. Fire/Carbon Monoxide alarms tested and observed functional. Facility phone called and found operational.