Partners in Senior Living

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Kathleen Banrasavong and Debbie Palacios arrived unannounced to conduct an annual inspection. Upon arrival LPA was greeted by facility staff and granted entry. LPA began inspection with introduction and visit purpose. Upon arrival LPA learned that six (6) residents live at this facility. There was two (2) staff members present. The Administrator, J’olonda Awad was advised of the annual and conducted and completed the facility tour. The Licensee, Brenna Tomlinson arrived later came to complete the annual inspection. Client Records/Incident Reports/Clients Rights Information: LPA reviewed client records. Three (3) records were reviewed. LPA reviewed for identification and emergency information, admission agreement, medical assessment, and TB test results, needs and service plans, placement, functional assessment, centrally stored medication/destruction records, safeguard for personal property/valuables, and personal rights notification. Personnel Records/Training/ Staffing/ Administration: LPA reviewed employee records. Three (3) records were reviewed. LPA reviewed employee records for first aid certification, criminal record clearance or an exemption, health screening and TB test results, employee rights, training verification, and current administrative organization. J’olonda Awad, Administrator’s certificate expiration date was 10/15/2024. Food Service: Food prep areas are clean and organized. Food supply meets the requirement of one (1) week supply of nonperishable and two (2) day supply of perishables. Emergency food and water supply is present. There is a location for sharps in the kitchen. Physical Plant and Safety of Environment/Operational Requirements: LPA toured the facility inside and outside. LPA observed the facility to be clean and in good repair. The facility is maintained at 75 degrees for the client’s comfort. Lighting is sufficient for safety. Water temperature measured 108.0 degrees F. Laundry is done in the laundry room. There is a locked location for storing laundry soap, cleaning supplies and chemicals in the closet. All outdoor and indoor passageways are free of obstruction. Emergency lighting is available. There is a telephone working at this location. LPA dialed the facility’s landline number, which rang and was operable. The LIC 610, emergency disaster plan is maintained. There are no firearms at this facility. There are two (2) secured fireplaces at this facility. There are zero (0) pools at the facility. There is one (1) secured gate that has a self-latching lock located on the front of the house. LPA observed emergency supplies and one (1) first aid kit. The last emergency fire drill was conducted on 08/04/2024. Infection Control: The LPA observed the hand washing stations in the facility restrooms and kitchen had hand hygiene supplies and hand washing signs. LPA observed PPE equipment and cleaning supplies to do regular cleaning of the facility. LPA reviewed the facility's infection control plan which met department requirements. LPA reviewed staff records and found that staff had infection control training. Medications/Health Related Services/Incidental Medical Services: The medications are centrally stored. There is a locked cabinet allocated for medication storage. Centrally stored medication and destruction logs are maintained separately. LPA reviewed medication logs and observed that they were dispensed accurately. LPA made observation throughout the inspection process to assess if the facility remains in conformity with the State Fire Marshall regulations. LPA observed eight (8) dual smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors throughout the facility. There were four (4) fire extinguishers on site, date charged was 05/02/2024. Pursuant to Title 22 of The California Code of Regulations Division 6, there are zero (0) deficiencies observed. An exit interview was conducted, this LIC 809 was reviewed with, and a copy of this report was provided to Administrator, J’olonda Awad and Licensee, Brenna Tomlinson.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 11, 2024

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jacqueline Shaw Ross made an unannounced visit to the facility for the purpose of an annual review. LPA met with Brenna Tomlinson, Administrator and explained the purpose of the visit. A tour of the facility was conducted inside and out. At the time of visit, there were six (6) residents home and one (1) staff present. The facility is a six (6) bedroom four (4) bathroom one story home. Each resident has a private room. During the tour the following was observed: Residents bedrooms had the required furnishings and were observed to be in good condition. Bathrooms had required hand rails, non-slip mats, hand washing signage and personal toiletries. Night-lights were observed in the hallways. Fixtures and furniture for an operational facility are present and in good repair. All passageways were free of obstructions, charged fire extinguishers and the fire alarm system was operable, medications are kept centralized and locked, hazardous items are kept inaccessible clients. Hot water was tested at 15.7 degrees Fahrenheit. Backyard area is free from obstructions. Kitchen/Food Service: LPA observed the entire kitchen, food is stored properly and dishes are clean and in good condition. There is a sufficient supply of perishable and non-perishable foods. LPA observed fresh fruit and vegetables in the refrigerator. During the inspection of the kitchen and dining area, LPA observed ants and cockroaches in some of the kitchen cabinets and on the dining room floor. Administrator stated the facility has been receiving pest control services specifically for the above mentioned pests since September 2023. LPA was also informed that the facility has been receiving pest control services in general since March of 2022. LPA was provided the last six month copies of invoices from a pest control service. Continue on LIC 809C.... Care & Supervision: Facility has sufficient care staff employed. LPA interviewed one staff member. Administration: Emergency exiting plans, telephone numbers and Ombudsman information and other required signage are posted throughout the facility. Drills are conducted monthly. The last drill was conducted in August 2023. The Administrator's certificate expires on 9/22/2024. Record Review and Client/Staff Files: LPA reviewed current staff and all staff have has Criminal Background Clearance, current CPR/First Aid certification, and trainings are current. Upon review of client records, the following deficiency was observed: -LPA observed three out of six resident resident files reviewed did not have current Physician Reports. Medication Review: LPA reviewed medication and medication log. Residents' medications are being dispensed according to physician's orders however upon audit of medications the following deficiency was observed: -LPA observed medications for all clients were prepared in advanced and stored in medication cups. LPA informed Administrator this was against regulations. Deficiencies were cited in the above references. A copy of this report along with LIC 809D, LIC 811 and Appeals Rights were provided to Administrator Brenna Tomlinson.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 10, 2023