Everlasting Care - Eureka Springs

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Debbie Palacios made an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct a required annual inspection. LPA was greeted and granted entry by Administrator, Aida Vargas who was informed of the purpose of the visit. The facility has a fire clearance for six (6) non-ambulatory which one (1) may be bedridden to be housed in bedrooms #3 or 4 only. LPA was informed that the three (3) residents in care where at an adult day care; no residents were present at the time of the visit. LPA toured the facility with Administrator and reviewed records. During the tour, LPA observed the facility is made up of a one (1) story home with three (3) resident bedrooms, two (2) staff rooms, three (3) bathrooms, a living room, dining room, kitchen and attached garage. All resident's bedrooms had required furniture and lighting. LPA toured the facility's exterior and observed outdoor pathways were free of obstructions. Outdoor shaded seating area is also available for the residents in care. LPA observed a hallway cabinet filled with clean towels, blankets, and linen, available for the residents. LPA toured the kitchen and observed the facility has a 2-day supply of perishable foods and more than a 7-day supply of non-perishable foods, which are stored in a safe and healthful manner. LPA toured the garage and observed two (2) additional freezers with perishable foods. LPA also noted the facility secures cleaning solutions, laundry detergent, and disinfectants in the locked cabinet in the laundry room. Administrator tested one (1) of the smoke alarms/carbon monoxide detectors and LPA observed it to be operational. LPA also observed three (3) charged fire extinguishers mounted throughout the facility. Medications are secured in a locked cabinet stored in the kitchen. Exit signs, emergency contact information, resident's personal rights, and complaint information are visibly posted near the entrance. Staff files reviewed include but not limited to have personnel records, health screenings, criminal record clearance, required training, and valid first aid/CPR certification. Resident files included but are not limited to signed admission agreements, pre-placement, personal rights, house rules, needs and service plans, and updated physician reports. Facility sketch, LTCO, CCL complaint poster, license and emergency disaster plan is posted on a wall in the living room. During today's visit, LPA did not observe any immediate violations or concerns. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was reviewed and provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 12, 2024

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On December 27, 2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Venus Mixson arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct the required annual inspection and met with the Administrator, Aida Vargas. The LPA introduced herself and stated the purpose of the visit. The facility file was reviewed at the office. LPA Mixson toured the facility along with the Administrator and inspected the facility inside and outside, and there were no obstructions to the indoor or outdoor passageways at the time of this visit. The facility is a single-story home, located at 420 Boudinot Court, Escondido, CA. 92027. Physical Plant: The facility phone number is (760) 317-1890 and is operable. The LPA observed the residents bedrooms, they were equipped with required furniture as per Title 22. The LPA inspected facility bathrooms, and the hot water temperature was tested and tested within regulations and logged at facility. The bathrooms were clean and appliances were operating appropriately at the time of this visit. The facility is equipped with operating smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, and fire extinguishers. LPA Mixson observed required postings such as "If you See Something, Say Something," the Ombudsman, and the "Personal Rights" postings were posted in a common area. The cleaning supplies and sharp items were kept locked and inaccessible to the residents in care. There was a designated storage space for the resident and staff files and they were locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Medications: were reviewed, locked and inaccessible to residents in care. The overall facility is clean, the furniture is in good condition. The facility air conditioning and other appliances were operable currently at the time of this visit. Food Service: Non-perishable and perishable food supply is sufficient per regulations, and there are a variety of food types available for residents. Dishes and utensils were in sufficient supply and stored properly. Care & Supervision Facility has sufficient staff, three at the time of this visit, and the residents are in community at the Day Program. Records Review: LPA Mixson reviewed three resident files, three staff files, and interviewed three staff. There were no Title 22, Division 6 Regulation violations observed or cited during today’s visit. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was given to the Administrator, Aida Vargas.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 27, 2023