Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Elena Mallett arrived at the facility to conduct an unannounced Annual visit . LPA met with Administrator Melanie Aikman and the purpose of the visit was explained. The facility is licensed to serve three (3) ambulatory and two (2) non-ambulatory clients between the ages of 18 through 59.

The facility is a single-story home, located in a residential area of Bellflower that consists of a living room, dining area, a kitchen, an office, family room, four (4) client bedrooms, 3 staff bedrooms, (3) bathrooms, a detached garage, a front yard and a backyard with a covered shaded area with seating.

LPA completed the visit using Compliance and Regulatory Enforcement Tools (CARE) . The following domains were completed during the visit

Infection Control: Infection Control Plan was reviewed by LPA. Facility follows title 22 regulations and is cleaning and disinfecting regularly. Staff has PPE and practices hand hygiene.

Physical Plant and Environmental Safety: Physical plant is clean and sanitary and the hallways and walkways are free from debris and obstruction. Hot water temperature measured within Title 22 regulations of 105 - 120 F in the client bathrooms. In client Bathroom #2 the shower needed a more thorough cleaning. A technical violation was issued. Facility has operable smoke detectors and a carbon monoxide detector that were tested and operational. Two fully charged fire extinguishers were present. Sharps,poisons, cleaners and toxins are locked in cabinets. A bottle of cleaning fluid was observed to be accessible to clients. A deficiency was cited. See 809-D. Client bedrooms contained required light and furnishings. Extra linens and blankets and towels were observed. Backyard had shaded area for clients. Passage ways clear of debris and obstruction.