Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ashley Smith arrived unannounced to conduct a required annual visit, which has an emphasis on infection control practices and procedures. The LPA met with Executive Director Dmitry Estrin and explained the reason for the visit.

The LPA, along with the Executive Director, toured the physical plant areas inside and outside to ensure there are no health and safety hazards and community is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations.

Common Grounds: This community is an Independent Living section of the Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC). The facility is a gate-guarded community with 24-hour security. There are 4 main buildings: Lakeview, Creekview, Mountainview and Gardenview. There is a central entry point at the gate for symptom screening and temperature checks. Staff were observed wearing appropriate face coverings. The LPA spoke with residents during the tour; residents appeared satisfied and voiced no concerns.

The Clubhouse has a commercial kitchen, the dining rooms, and various activity rooms. The community also has a fitness center and a theater. Planned activities are offered. Activity schedule is posted throughout the community. The LPA observed residents engaging in various group activities. All activity rooms and common spaces appeared clean and in good repair. There are fire extinguishers throughout the community, which were charged and last serviced 4/2022.

Kitchen: The facility had a sufficient supply of two-day perishable and seven-day nonperishable food at the time of the visit. The facility uses Sysco Foods for food delivery. The menu was posted and the facility offers an alternate menu. Snacks and beverages are available for residents.

Restrooms: Common restrooms were observed, and the LPA observed signs in the restrooms that promoted good hand hygiene. At 2:10 p.m., the hot water measured in the common restroom at 118.2 F. Restrooms were fully stocked with paper towels and soap.