Facility Evaluation Report, 05/21/2024 — Easter Seals Southern California INC., Bellflower CA

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tena Herrera conducted an unannounced visit for an Annual Inspection. Upon arrival, LPA met with Maricruz Bellosa (Program Supervisor), and Latasha Bellard (Program Director) later assisted with the visit, the purpose for the visit was explained. The facility is licensed to serve 40 Adults ages 18 and above with todays census at 23.

This is a single- story facility located in Bellflower, Ca. A tour of the facility includes: Kitchen/Activity Area, 2 Additional Activity Rooms, Storage Room, File Room, Conference Room, Entertainment Room with TV, Computer, Staff Break Room with Fire Panel Closet, 3 Offices, 2 Private Restrooms, 1 Restroom with stalls and a Shaded Outdoor Activity Area.

LPA utilized the Compliance and Regulatory Enforcement (CARE) tools for the visit today and observed the following:

Infection Control: The facility staff are using appropriate hand hygiene and cleaning/disinfecting throughout the day. Facility has sufficient PPE supplies and has an Infection Control Plan.

Physical Plant & Environment Safety: Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors are operable and in compliance, there is an emergency sprinkler system throughout the facility. The fire extinguishers were observed and are fully charged. No bodies of water were observed at the facility. The hot water temperature was tested throughout the facility restrooms and measured within the required range of 105-120 degrees. All storage areas for cleaning solutions, toxins, poisons and hazardous items are stored in a secured/locked storage closet and inaccessible to clients. There is a shaded rest area provided for the clients. Clients are provided with a non-contaminating water container that is readily available for indoor and outdoor use within refrigerator and bottled water for clients. The facility appears to be clean safe and sanitary.

Operational Requirements: The facility has the appropriate fire clearance. Staff are knowledgeable on their reporting requirements. (Continued on 809-C)