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Facility Evaluation Report

Superior Residential Care Facility for the Elderly, Santa Maria03/13/2025Licence 425800790

Capacity6
Census4
Date signed03/13/2025 04:12:33 PM
The inspector’s account

At 10:30am on 03/13/2025, Licensing Program Analysts (LPA)s Garrett Haner-Tomasko and Melisa Rankin arrived unannounced to the facility to conduct the annual inspection. LPA met with Administrator Laarni So Hu and announced the purpose of the visit. Licensee and LPAs reviewed facility clearance roster and confirmed all staff working were on the facility roster and all cleared.

Licensee and LPAs conducted a cursory tour of the facility. This facility is a seven-bedroom, 4 bathroom home with kitchen, two living rooms and dining room. There is a large center courtyard with a pergola that provided shade for residents. Five of the bedrooms are single occupancy resident rooms, the other bedrooms are for live-in staff. LPA observed that all bath rooms were stocked with liquid soap and paper towels. LPA observed each resident room and all rooms are in compliance with regulation standards with appropriate bedding, lighting, and storage. LPA noted that each room had its own exit, and all exits were free and clear of obstructions and hazards. LPA noted that smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were functioning at the time of visit. Toilet, hand washing and bathing facilities are operational and secured grab bars are present. The showers have non-skid mats/flooring. The pathways are clear of any obstructions. Facility is well lit inside and outside for safety. The facility has a fenced backyard for client use with plenty of shade. The facility has telephone and internet service for resident use.

LPA observed and cited for fire extinguisher due to it being purchased in 2023 and not tested since. LPA observed at least 2 days of perishable and at least seven days of non-perishable foods. LPA tested facility water temperature and noted that it was within regulation parameters of 105*-120P(f).

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