Chestnut House

On 5/8/2025, Licensing Program Analyst(LPA) John Calandra arrived at the facility to conduct the Annual 1-year required inspection. LPA Calandra was greeted by Merlinda Datlag, Caregiver and explained the purpose of the visit. Administrator, Mihael Dayeh, arrived later during the visit. LPA Calandra toured the physical plant. This is a 1 story building with 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, a living room, dining room, office, pantry, etc. All bedrooms had the required furniture and sufficient lighting. All bathrooms had anti-skid floor mats and shower bars. No accessible bodies of water or hazards were observed in hallways or the backyard. The facility's fire alarms and Carbon Monoxide detector were observed to be in working order. The facility's first aid kit was observed to have all required items. The facility's hot water temperature was measured within the required 105-120 degrees Fahrenheit. The facility had the required 7 days of non perishables and 2 days of perishables on site. No food was expired. The facility was maintained at a comfortable temperature of 70 degrees Fahrenheit. The facility's fire extinguishers were observed to be fully charged and last serviced on 12/02/2024. All sharp objects, soap, and detergent were observed to be locked and in-accessible to persons in care. LPA reviewed 4 resident records and 5 staff records. All were observed to be complete. LPA received copies of the following documents at the facility: -Facility's Liability Insurance -Administrators' certificates -Control of Property 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 A review of Centrally stored medications indicated that medications for residents were properly labeled with instructions on dosage and times of day and matched the Centrally Stored Medication records kept at the facility. The facility does not handle cash resources for residents. No deficiencies were cited during today's visit. An exit interview was conducted. This report was reviewed with Merlinda Datlag, Caregiver and a copy of the report left at the facility.

On 7/1/24 LPA Grace Donato made an unannounced annual visit to the facility. LPA met with Care Staff Merlinda Datlag. LPA explained the purpose of the visit. LPA toured the facility inside and outside including all of resident rooms, common areas & kitchen area. The indoor and outdoor passageways were free of obstruction. LPA observed a resident in the living room watching tv. While touring the facility it was observed that the room temperature was at 74 deg F. Hot water was also tested in the bathrooms and the temperature was 120 deg F. The residents have adequate amount of linens and care items. All personal belongings are intact. Carbon monoxide monitor is working properly. All fire extinguishers have been checked and current. Resident bedrooms and bathrooms were observed to be in good repair equipped with grab bars and non-skid floor. LPA checked the food supply and there is adequate amount of food, 2 days for perishables and & 7 days non-perishable. Emergency drills are logged and done every month. LPA observed sharps, toxins and chemicals to be locked and inaccessible to residents. Two resident records and two staff records were reviewed. Resident records are updated, complete and signed. Medication review was done, and all medications are accounted for, and centrally stored medication records are updated. LPA requested to email Liability Insurance, LIC610 and LIC500. No deficiencies are cited at this time. Report is reviewed and a copy is provided.