Facility Evaluation Report

On 08/03/24, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ernand Dabuet conducted an unannounced annual required visit using the CARE Inspection Tool. LPA met administrator Edgar Arana. LPA explained the purpose of today’s visit. The facility is licensed to operate for (3) non-ambulatory of which maybe (1) bedridden adults 18 through 59. The residents are all Harbor Regional Center consumers.

The facility is a single-story structure located in a residential neighborhood. It consists of the following: (3) client's rooms, (2) bathrooms, a living area, a dining area, a kitchen, an outside seating area, and a garage used for storage and an office.

LPA toured the physical plant. There were no bodies of water on the premises. All rooms were inspected. Beds and bedding supplies were in operational condition, lighting was provided, and storage for the client's personal belongings was observed. Bed linens, comforters, and bath towels were available during the visit. Bathrooms were operational with water temperature measured at 108.7 degrees F. A comfortable temperature of 73 F. degrees was maintained in the facility.

LPA observed the facility to be furnished at the time of the visit. Storage areas for personal hygiene and sharps objects were stored and not accessible to clients. The kitchen was inspected, and sufficient perishable and non-perishable food was maintained adequately. A fire extinguishers were charged. A review of the Medication Records Administration (MAR) was observed to be maintained in place.

LPA observed First Aid Kit was maintained. A working landline phone was operational. The last fire drill was conducted on 06/21/24. The facility had operational smoke and carbon monoxide in bedrooms and common areas. The facility has current Liability Insurance effective 07/01/24 - 07/01/25 and a Surety Bond effective 06/28/17 on file.