Facility Evaluation Report

On 12/19/23 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elvira Gonzalez conducted an unannounced annual required visit using the CARE Inspection Tool. LPA met with Administrator April Stephens, and the purpose of today’s visit was explained. LPA was granted access to the facility. The facility is licensed to serve 30 developmentally disabled adults ages 18 and over.

The facility is a single-story structure located in a residential neighborhood. It consists of the following: four (4) bathrooms, a garden room, art room, style room, computer room, relaxation room, game room, exercise room, kitchen, laundry room, and staff and nurse offices.

LPA and Administrator toured the physical plant. There were no bodies of water or obstructions on the premises. All rooms were inspected and are in good condition and well maintained. LPA observed sufficient lighting was provided to clients and staff. Storage for client’s personal belongings was observed. Walls and floors were in good repair. The bathrooms were found to be within Title 22 regulation and were clean and operational. Water temperature properly measured at 112.1 F in bathroom #1, 111.3 F in bathroom #2, 111.5 F in bathroom #3, and 110.3 in bathroom #4. LPA observed a comfortable temperature was maintained in the facility. Storage areas for personal hygiene, cleaning supplies, toxins and sharps were not accessible to clients.

LPA observed the facility to be clean and properly furnished at the time of the visit. The kitchen was inspected, and sufficient perishable and non-perishable food was maintained adequately. Two fire extinguishers were fully charged, smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were operable. A stocked first aid kit along with manual was available. Exits and walkways around the facility were free of debris and hazards.