Facility Evaluation Report

At approximately 10:45AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Chris Arnhold arrived unannounced at this Licensed Day Program to conduct an Annual Required Inspection. LPA met with Studio Manager Pete Castellano and toured the facility. This Day Program operates Monday -Friday. There were 10 Clients and 6 Staff present at the time of this inspection. The facility consists of offices, three large activity rooms, a quiet room, a kitchen, and two bathrooms. LPA observed the facility was a comfortable temperature and found all exits and walkways to be unobstructed. The facility grounds were also kept clean and without hazards. Clients bring lunches and snacks are available for clients.

Toxins are centrally stored in a locked closet. Water temperature measured within regulation between 105 and 120 degrees at faucets accessible to clients. Client money is not handled by facility. Day Program staff do not dispense medication. Clients do crafts, paintings and clay work which enables clients a chance to interact with community and make money. At approximately 11:30AM, LPA reviewed 5 of 10 client files and found files to be thorough and contain current client care assessments and individualized Service Plans. Staff records were also found to be current, including staff first aid and CPR training verification. Disaster drills are conducted monthly.