Facility Evaluation Report

On 07/31/24, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Hollie Enriquez and Ernand Dabuet conducted an unannounced annual required visit using the CARE Inspection Tool. LPA met with administrator Debra Estrada. 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 individuals with Harbor Regional Center.

The facility is a single-story structure located in a residential neighborhood. It consists of the following: (4) client's rooms, (2) bathrooms, a living area, a dining area, a kitchen, an outside seating area, (2) staff rooms, and (1) staff bathroom.

LPA Dabuet 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 client's personal belongings was observed. Bed linens, comforters, and bath towels were available during the visit. Bathrooms were operational with water temperature measured at 105.3 degrees F. A comfortable temperature of 71 degrees F. was maintained in the facility.

LPA Dabuet 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 clients. 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.