Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Nune Margaryan conducted an unannounced annual visit using the Care Tool. LPA met with caregiver. House Manager notified about the visit over the phone and LPA explained the reason for the visit. The physical plant was inspected along with medications, food supply, and client and staff records. The facility is licensed to serve developmentally disable clients between the ages 18 to 59. There are currently 5 clients residing at the home. The facility is a single-story home located in a residential area. LPA toured the home and inspected dining room, living room, kitchen, 3 client bedrooms, 1 staff bedroom, 2 bathrooms, front yard, and backyard. The front and backyard are well maintained and there are no pools or large bodies of water. Passageways and exits are free of obstruction. There is a shaded seating area in the backyard. Laundry area observed in the back porch. LPA observed laundry detergent locked and not accessible to clients. There is only one entrance being utilized at the facility. There is a fireplace located in the living room area which is covered by a screen. Client bedrooms were checked. Each bedroom has a bed, linen, dresser, light, and sufficient closet space. Adequate linen and personal hygiene supply were observed. The bathrooms were toured. Bathrooms are clean and have the required hygiene items. The hot water temperature was tested in two bathrooms and measured at 86.5 degree F and 89.2 degree F. The kitchen was inspected. There is sufficient perishable and non-perishable food. All the appliances are clean and working properly. Sharps are locked in the kitchen pantry and inaccessible to clients. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors are operable.