Facility Evaluation Report

On January 30, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ernand Dabuet conducted an unannounced annual required visit using the Cares Tool. LPA met with the program manager Cristina Jimenez. LPA explained the purpose of today’s visit. The facility is licensed to operate for thirty-two (32) consumers of which four (4) may be non-ambulatory ages 18 through 59. The consumers are Harbor Regional Center, South Central Los Angeles Regional Center and Westside Regional Center.

The property is located in a commercial area of Carson. Jimenez stated that there are currently twenty (21) consumers enrolled. Jimenez stated no are currently no clients required prescribed medications or PRN assistance.

LPA along with the program manager toured the facility. The facility consists of (2) activity rooms, (1) kitchen, (1) men's restroom, (1) women's restroom, (1) handicap restroom, and (2) staff offices. LPA observed the facility is clean, sanitary, yet needs repair in bathroom three (3). The facility has smoke detectors that were tested and operable and (2) fire extinguishers were fully charged. Toxins and sharp objects were locked and inaccessible to the consumer's inside kitchen area.

The men's and women’s restrooms are clean and operable. The water temperature was tested and measured at 111.2 F. The kitchen is clean and a refrigerator is available for consumers' and staff use. Food items in the refrigerator and food storage are properly stored. The day program does not provide lunch, however snacks are available to consumers. A first aid kit is available. Walkways throughout the day program are clear of hazards and all exits are clear of debris. The facility had all the mandated posters posted throughout the day program. The program has an Emergency Disaster Preparedness Plan. The Fire & Earthquake drills were conducted in January 5, 2026.