Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Valeria Conway arrived at the facility unannounced at 8:45 a.m. to conduct a required annual. 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 she could not be present at the facility in the morning; however, she will be coming after noon. At 12:43 p.m. Administrator Pauline Mortel arrived at the facility.

At 9:12 a.m., a physical plant tour was conducted. Facility was approved for four (4) ambulatory clients only. Facility is vendorized by North Los Angeles County Regional Center (NLARC) as a Level II home. LPA inspected facility for Fire Safety, Personal Accommodations and Services, and Food Service. Smoke detectors and Carbon Monoxide detectors were checked at 9:56 a.m. and appeared to function properly during time of visit. Fire extinguishers were observed to be fully charged and purchased ­03/09/2024.

Facility is a single-story residence and consists of a total of three (3) bedrooms and two (2) bathrooms designated for clients use. “Room #2” is designated for staff use only, room has a bathroom inside which is for facility staff only.

Kitchen: The kitchen appeared to be clean 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. Trash cans had tight fitting lids. At 9:29 a.m., LPA measured the water temperature, which measured at 119.2 degrees Fahrenheit. To the right of the kitchen was the office area and dining room. Dining furniture and dining room area appeared to be clean at this time.