Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) conducted an unannounced Required Annual Inspection. The facility file was reviewed prior to the visit. LPA was welcomed by, identified themselves to, and discussed the purpose of the visit with caregiver Perla Magno. Program Manager Monica McDade later arrived to meet with LPA.

According to the facility’s license, the facility has a maximum capacity of six (6) clients all of whom must be ambulatory. During today’s inspection, there were a total of four (4) clients in care, all of whom are ambulatory.

LPA, accompanied by caregiver Perla, toured the interior and exterior of the facility, and inspected each room. The facility was clean, sanitary, and in good repair. Pathways were free of obstruction and slip hazards. Client bedrooms contained the required furnishings. Doors, windows, screens, toilets, and showers were in working order. Extra linens and hygiene supplies were present, as well as Personal Protective Equipment. The facility had sufficient space and equipment to facilitate dining, laundry, visitation, meetings, and client activities. Hot water temperature at taps accessible to clients were all compliant: Kitchen sink was 105 F, bathroom #1 sink was 105 F and bathroom #2 sink was 105 F.

There was at least 2 days of perishable food, and at least 7 days non-perishable food present, all safely stored. Cooking/dining equipment and utensils were present. There were no sharp objects, toxic chemicals/poisons, or open-faced heaters accessible to clients. Medications were labeled, as required, and stored in locked areas.