Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Zabel Chochian arrived at the facility to conduct a pre-licensing inspection. The LPA met with Applicant/Administrator Deanna Farnell, Program Director Lisa Harris, and Marketing Director Rachel Farnell. Component II was completed on 12/18/2024.

The LPA toured the one-story home inside and outside with applicants to ensure there are no health and safety hazards and facility is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. Required postings observed posted.

The fire clearance was granted on 09/26/2024; cleared for six (6) ambulatory clients only. Per fire inspection report (std850) clients are not permitted in the detached structure /garage located in the back on the property. Also the attached garage cannot be used for clients, office space, or staff use. Per fire inspection report, the attached garage is not permitted for any type of group or individual activity in the as it is non-habitable space. Garage is for vehicles and storage only. No flammables permitted in garage.

COMMON AREA: Open floor plan which includes the kitchen, dining area, and a living space area. The common areas were appropriately furnished, and the lighting was adequate. There is a fireplace in the living room which was properly screened. The facility smoke alarm system and the carbon monoxide detector was tested and were operable at the time of the visit. Fire extinguishers observed fully charged and inspected in 08/2024. There is an active telephone/line on the premises. Emergency exiting plans/sketch observed posted throughout the facility. Night lights observed in the hallway. Laundry detergent and cleaning supplies are stored inaccessible. THERAPY AND STAFF: Group therapy will take place in the open space area (family room) and individual therapy will take place in the designated office/therapy room located near the garage. Staff and client files will be stored in the attached garage. Facility will have awake staff only; there are no staff sleeping quarters on the property.

BEDR OOMS /RESTROOMS: The facility has four (4) bedrooms and three in half (3.5) restrooms for clients use. There are two rooms for double occupancy and two rooms designated for single occupancy. Rooms were set up with beds, night stands, lamps, and closet space. Lighting in the rooms appeared adequate.