Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tena Herrera conducted the required annual inspection. LPA arrived unannounced and met with Jane Bunag - House Manager, shortly after Administrator Jasfer Cruz arrived to assist with the visit, the purpose for today’s visit was explained.

The facility is a single-story home located in a residential area in Downey, Ca. A tour of the facility includes: (4) client bedrooms, 1 client bathroom, 1 staff bathroom, linen closet, Staff Office, living room, dining area, kitchen, attached garage with laundry and storage, front yard and back yard and tool shed for storage.

LPA utilized the Compliance and Regulatory Enforcement (CARE) tools for the visit today and observed the following:

Infection Control: The facility maintains the required Infection Control Plan.

Physical Plant & Environment Safety: LPA toured facility, clients’ bedrooms were checked and closet/drawer space to accommodate each client comfortably was available. The backyard is free of debris/hazards and the outdoor and passageways are free of obstruction. No bodies of water were observed at the facility. There are no security bars or weapons on the premises. Hygiene products are readily available for clients. The hot water temperature was tested and was within the required range of 105-120 degrees F. All storage areas for cleaning solutions, toxins, knives, and hazardous items are kept in a locked cabinet and are inaccessible to clients. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors are operable and in compliance. There fire extinguisher was observed and is fully charged.

Food Service: The kitchen was observed for the ability to prepare and serve food. LPA observed an appropriate food supply of two (2) days of perishables and one week (7 days) of non-perishables.

Operational Requirements: Facility has an activity area furnished for outdoor use.