Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Brian Balisi arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a required annual. This annual had a specific emphasis on infection control practices and procedures. Upon arrival LPA met with Assistant Administrator Pablo Mortel and explained the reason for the visit.

LPA spoke with Administrator Pauline Mortel over the phone who stated they could not be present at the facility, but Pablo will sign in their place. This home is licensed to serve (4) ambulatory clients with intellectual disabilities at Level II which North Los Angeles County Regional Center is the vendor.

At approximately 1pm LPA conducted physical plant along with Pablo. LPA inspected facility for Fire Safety, Personal Accommodations and Services, and Food Service. Smoke detectors and Carbon Monoxide detectors appeared to function properly during time of visit.

Facility is a single-story residence and consists of a total of three (3) bedrooms and two (2) bathrooms designated for clients use. (1) bedroom is designated for staff use at this time. LPA observed it to be empty at this time. Fire clearance was approved for (4) ambulatory residents. Fire extinguishers were observed to be fully charged and purchased July 18 2022. During physical plant tour LPA observed the required postings throughout the facility.

Kitchen: The kitchen appeared to be clean at this time and the appliances and fixtures functional during the time of visit. LPA observed a sufficient amount of perishable and non-perishable food at the facility; properly stored. Sharp objects are stored in a locked cabinet above the washer and dryer in the laundry area right next to the kitchen. No Cleaning supplies and toxins were observed in this area at this time. To the right of the kitchen was the office area and dining room. Dining furniture in kitchen and dining room area appeared to be clean and sufficient at this time.