Facility Evaluation Report

On 10/15/2023, at 08:00 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Antonine Richard conducted an unannounced annual visit using the new Care Inspection Tools. LPA was met with Licensee Sonia Lapuz. The facility is licensed for four adult clients with behavioral issues. Currently, there are (3) residents residing in the facility with behavioral issues.

LPA Richard explained to Licensee Lapuz, the purpose of today's visit. LPA and Licensee toured the entire inside and outside facility grounds. As part of the inspection, LPA Richard reviewed: (3) resident service records, (3) resident medication records, (2) staff records, and inspected the inside facility and outside grounds. The facilities’ last fire drill was conducted on 09/25/2023. The two-story residential home consists of (3) resident bedrooms, (2) resident bathrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, staff room, office area, attached garage with washer and dryer/ storage area, backyard with table and chairs. No weapons are stored in the premises. Kitchen was inspected and observed to be clean and operational. A two-day supply perishable and seven-day supply of non-perishable foods are present in the facility. Emergency Water Storage is in the garage.

LPA Richard observed that all facility rooms are clean and in good repair. A comfortable temperature was observed, and the facility has central air and heating. LPA Richard observed the following during inspection of resident’s rooms: mattresses are in good condition, adequate lighting present, plenty of dresser/closet space is present, and all bed linens present. All bedrooms contain furniture, lighting fixtures and personal storage space as required, all beds have the required amount of linen and mattress covers, LPA observed fully stocked closet with bedding, towels, and toiletries supplies . Bathroom fixtures are clean, in good repair, and working properly and contain the required nonskid mats and grab bars.