Facility Evaluation Report

On 11/12/2021, at 8:31 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Susan Campos conducted an unannounced annual required visit with a primary focus on Infection Control measures using the new CARE Inspection Tool. LPA met with Administrator Jewel Smyth, and explained the purpose of today’s visit. The facility is licensed to operate for four (4) Developmentally Disabled Adults, ages ranging from 18 to 59 years. Currently, there are no clients living in the facility.

The facility is a single-story structure located in a residential neighborhood. It consists of the following: two (2) resident rooms, 1 bathroom, living room, dining area, kitchen, and covered front porch area with a bench seating for (4) people, and a back yard umbrella/ cover with table and four chairs and one barbecue.

LPA and Ms. Smyth toured the physical plant. There were no bodies of water or obstructions on the premises. All rooms were inspected. Beds and bedding supplies were in good condition, adequate lighting provided, storage for resident personal belongings were observed. Bed linens, comforters, and bath towels were adequately stocked at the time of visit. Bathrooms were found to be within Title 22 regulations and were clean and operational. The hot water temperature measured 115 degrees Fahrenheit. A comfortable temperature of 75 degrees Fahrenheit was maintained in the facility.

LPA observed the facility to be sanitary and appropriately furnished at the time of visit. Storage areas for personal hygiene, cleaning supplies, toxins, and sharps objects were stored and not accessible to residents. The kitchen was inspected and there is sufficient perishable and non-perishable food available and maintained properly. Fire extinguisher is charged, (3) smoke detectors/ carbon monoxide hardwired and operable.