Facility Evaluation Report
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Karina Canela arrived unannounced to conduct an Annual Required inspection and met with Virginia Punzalan Co-Administrator. The annual inspection is focused on the Infection Control procedures and practices of this Adult Residential Care Facility.
LPA conducted a walk-through of the facility with staff and observed COVID-19 precaution postings. A screening station was observed at front entrance of facility which had hand sanitizer, a thermometer, and a sign-in sheet for visitors and staff. Visitors and staff are screened for COVID-19 symptoms (including temperature check) prior to arrival to the facility. Unannounced visitors are also screened upon arrival to the facility. Client's temperatures are taken twice a day and LPA observed documentation. Staff clean and disinfect the facility three times daily. High touched surface areas are disinfected frequently and after use. The facility has a designated visitation area, provides virtual visits and phone calls for family to stay in contact with clients.
LPA observed 3 clients in care. Staff have completed training on infection prevention, symptoms, transmission and PPE use. N-95 respirator Fit testing (Cal/OSHA requirement) is in process. The facility has a supply of PPE including gloves, face shields/goggles, N-95 respirators, surgical masks and disposable gowns.
The facility has submitted a COVID-19 Mitigation Plan Report on Epidemic Outbreaks specific to COVID-19 which was reviewed by the California Department of Social Services.
Exit interview conducted with Co-Administrator, whose signature on this document confirms receipt.
No deficiencies cited during this inspection
Source: California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing. Methodology · Report a correction