Facility Evaluation Report

On 07/26/2024 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Brian Phillips arrived at the facility unannounced for an unscheduled visit to conduct a required annual facility site inspection visit at the facility above. When the LPA arrived, they were greeted by Administrator Eric Terrill and informed them of the reason for the visit.

The LPA toured the physical plant areas inside and outside to ensure there are no health and safety hazards and facility is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. This is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) with an approved Fire Clearance for 83 residents. The age range in the facility is 60 years of age and older. The facility is approved for 83 non-ambulatory residents, of which 3 residents can be bedridden.

KITCHEN: The LPA inspected the kitchen/food service area and observed that knives/sharp instruments are stored in the kitchen are inaccessible to residents. Kitchen appliances were in operable condition and looked clean/in good repair. The LPA observed perishable items in good condition, with proper expiration dates precluding the perishable items from expiring. The facility has a sufficient supply of perishable and non-perishable food, which would last 7 days. Additional perishable food items were maintained on a shelf and/or an extra freezer. The hot water temperature was measured in the kitchen at an appropriate temperature as per the regulation. Heating devices such as stoves are inaccessible to residents, as are sharps/other items that could constitute a danger to residents. The kitchen was clean and sanitary, with covered trash cans and operating ventilation systems. No toxic substances are stored in any food preparation or storage area, and all cleaning supplies for the kitchen are kept in a separate area than the food supplies. The freezer and refrigerator were both in the appropriate temperate Fahrenheit. There is enough tableware and utensils for all residents living in the facility, and enough equipment for the storage, preparation, and service of food.

COMMON AREAS: At the time of the visit, living room and dining room were observed to be appropriately furnished, with all furniture in good condition. There is a fireplace in the living room, which is covered and inaccessible. The facility maintained a comfortable temperature. Continued on 809-C