Facility Evaluation Report

On 01/26/2023 Licensing Program Analyst Jose Calderon conducted an un-announced Annual Inspection, with an emphasis on infection control, using Care Tools Program. The Day Program, Advocacy for Respect and Choice Long Beach is located on 4919 E Stearns St Long Beach CA, located on ARC grounds, in which other programs are run, but not licensed by CCLD.

LPA Calderon met with Administrator Arielle Neal, and the purpose of the visit was explained. Upon Arrival LPA Calderon observed Covid-19 postings, and Mask guidance on the Outside Entry doors. Staff and Consumers are screened for Covid-19 symptoms before entry. A symptom log is kept for Consumers.

During the Physical Plant tour LPA Calderon observed the following licensed areas: Administrative offices, employee lounge with washer, activity room's: Gallery room, Library room, Studio room, Boutique Room, PE Room, Art Room, and outdoor patio/Lunch area. The licensed wing provides three (3) men restroom and (3) women restroom, Restrooms are all clean and operational. Adequate lighting was observed throughout the facility. LPA Calderon observed bathrooms were found to be within Title 22 regulations and were clean and operational. LPA Calderon noted the following: Bathroom #1 hot water temperature properly measured at 109 degrees Fahrenheit, and bathroom #2 hot water temperature properly measured at 107 degrees Fahrenheit, and bathroom #3 hot water temperature properly measured at 105 degrees Fahrenheit, Kitchen hot water temperature properly measured at 113 degrees Fahrenheit. The program has ample storage space for staff and clients. The lunch area was clean, and a refrigerator was available for client use. Clients bring their lunches daily, however the program keeps back up snack/food available, in the event a client forgets their lunch. The facility walkways throughout the day program were clear of hazards and all exits were clear of debris. 6 Fire extinguishers were observed to comply, serviced last on 03/08/2022.