Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michelle Echeverria arrived unannounced to conduct the required annual visit to the facility. LPA met with Licensee/Administrator, Marciana Beding and introduced self and stated purpose of the visit. LPA was informed that there are currently 5 residents in care.

The facility has 3 resident bedrooms, 2 resident bathrooms, (in addition a living room, bathroom and 2 bedrooms for staff) kitchen, dining area, living room, attached garage, and backyard. LPA completed a walk through of facility, review of records and medication audit.

Physical Plant: The facility is operating in the capacity approved by Community Care Licensing (CCL). There are no obstructions to indoor and outdoor passageways. The facility is maintained at a comfortable temperature of 76 degrees fahrenheit. LPA inspected resident bedrooms; they are equipped with required furniture such as: mattresses, night stands, storage space, chairs and sufficient lighting. LPA inspected resident bathrooms; bathrooms were clean and appliances were found functional. Water temperatures tested at 107 degrees fahrenheit. The facility is equipped with operational carbon monoxide alarm, smoke detectors, fire extinguisher and first aid kit. Posters such as; the personal rights, CCL complaint poster, ombudsman and emergency disaster plans were posted in a common area. LPA observed cleaning supplies, toxins, sharps, and other dangerous items locked in cabinets made inaccessible to residents. There is a designated storage space for resident/staff files. Medications was observed secured and inaccessible to residents. There are no bodies of water, guns or ammunition in the facility. 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 for number of residents in care. Facility has a wide variety of food available for residents. Dishes, cups, and utensils were also stored properly.