Facility Evaluation Report

On this day at around 9:30 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Luisa Fontanilla arrived unannounced to conduct an annual required inspection. Upon arrival, no staff was on site to open the door. Staff Ricardo Cortez and Administrator Maridel Cortez responded to the ring bell and arrived to the facility at around 9:35 am. LPA explained to the couple the purpose of the visit.

The facility has an approved fire clearance for 6 ambulatory clients. It is vendored by the Regional Center of the East Bay (RCEB) as a Level 3 home.

LPA inspected the facility inside and out including but not limited to 3 client rooms and 2 staff rooms. Hot water in the kitchen measured at 119 degrees Fahrenheit. There was sufficient supply of perishable and non perishable foods. Chemicals and cleaning products were observed locked separately from the foods. Fire extinguisher in the kitchen was observed full and has a purchase date of 12/4/24. Facility has sufficient lightings, furniture and fixtures. There was ample supply of bed sheets, warm blankets, towels and hygiene products. Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors were tested and observed operational. First aid kit was observed complete.

At 10:10, LPA reviewed P&I money and log with Ricardo. The facility has surety bond sufficient to cover cash being handled. At 10:20 AM, LPA reviewed medications and Medication Administration Record (MAR) with Maridel.