Facility Evaluation Report

On 05/17/23, at 8:45 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA)/ Antonine Richard conducted an unannounced annual required visit using the New CARE Inspection Tool. LPA was allowed entry into the facility by Administrator Sherry Fluker. LPA explained to the purpose of today’s visit.

Licensed to serve (4) Ambulatory Developmentally Disabled clients ages 18 to 59 years old. This facility is a level 4I home. Vendorized with the South Central Los Angeles Regional Center. The last fire drill was conducted on 3/15/2023. LPA and Sherry Fluker toured the entire facility inside and outside grounds. The facility is a single story residential home located in a residential neighborhood. The home consists of the following: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, dining room, kitchen, living room, laundry area, backyard with (5) umbrellas, tables and chairs, barbecue, and learning center/ activity room and detached garage.

The LPA and Administrator toured the physical plant. There were no bodies of water or obstructions on the premises. All rooms were inspected. Beds and bedding supplies were in good condition, adequate lighting provided, storage for resident personal belongings was observed. Bed linens, comforters, and bath towels were adequately stocked at the time of visit. Bathrooms were found to be within Title 22 regulations and were clean and operational. The facility hot water temperature in the bathroom tested at 110.6F degrees Fahrenheit . A comfortable temperature of 75 degrees Fahrenheit was maintained in the facility. Personal hygiene, cleaning supplies, toxins, and sharps objects were stored and not accessible to residents. The kitchen was inspected and there is sufficient perishable and non-perishable food available and maintained properly. The facility fire extinguisher is charged, and smoke detectors and carbon monoxide are operable. A review of Medication Administration Records (MAR) was observed to be maintained in order and accurate. LPA observed clients P&I records and was found to be in order. The LPA reviewed client and staff files and they were found to be in order.