Facility Evaluation Report

On 08/12/23, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ernand Dabuet conducted an unannounced annual required visit using the CARE Inspection Tool. LPA met with administrator Nuria Gabriela Quintero. LPA explained the purpose of today’s visit. The facility is licensed to operate for (4) ambulatory adults ages 18 through 59. The clients are all Harbor Regional Center consumers.

The facility is a single-story structure located in a residential neighborhood. It consists of the following: (4) client's rooms, (1) bathroom, a living area, a dining area, a kitchen, an outside seating area, and a garage used for activity room.

LPA toured the physical plant. There were no bodies of water on the premises. All rooms were inspected. Beds and bedding supplies were in operational condition, lighting was provided, and storage for the resident's personal belongings was observed. Bed linens, comforters, and bath towels were available during the visit. Bathrooms were operational with water temperature measured at 107.4 degrees F. A comfortable temperature of 78 degrees F. was maintained in the facility.

LPA observed the facility to be furnished at the time of the visit. Storage areas for personal hygiene and sharps objects were stored and not accessible to residents. The kitchen was inspected, and sufficient perishable and non-perishable food was maintained adequately. A fire extinguisher was charged. A review of the Medication Administration Records (MAR) was observed to be maintained in order.