Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Martha Arroyo arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a required annual visit at 9:30am. Upon arrival, there were two (2) staff and four (4) residents present. The LPA was greeted by facility staff who contacted the Administrator via telephone. The Administrator, Annabelle Ramos arrived during the inspection. Entrance interview conducted.

Starting at 10:40am, the LPA along with staff 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. The following was observed:

KITCHEN: The LPA inspected the kitchen/food service area. Kitchen appliances were in operable condition. The facility has a sufficient supply of perishable and non-perishable food. Refrigerator and food pantry were checked for proper labels and expiration dates. Knives and sharps were observed locked and inaccessible in a kitchen cabinet. At 10:48am, the hot water temperature was measured in the kitchen sink, and it measured at 108.5 degrees Fahrenheit.

COMMON AREAS: At the time of the visit, furniture in the common areas was observed to be in good condition. The facility maintained a comfortable temperature. The LPA observed the fire extinguisher to be fully charged with a date of 05/08/2024. Required postings were observed throughout the common space. Activities were observed accessible to residents in care. There is a working telephone on premises. The LPA observed a closet in the hallway with additional clean linens and towels. Working auditory alarms were observed at the time of the visit.