Facility Evaluation Report

On 09/09/24, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ernand Dabuet conducted an unannounced annual required visit using the CARE Inspection Tool. LPA met with DSP Noel Figueroa and administrator Novyna Figueora . LPA explained the purpose of today’s visit. The facility is licensed to operate for (4) ambulatory adults of which (1) may be non-ambulatory ages 18 - 59. The residents are all Harbor Regional Center clients.

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

LPA toured the physical plant with Noel Figueroa. 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 118.9 degrees F. A comfortable temperature of 73 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 Records Administration (MAR) was observed to be maintained in place.

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