Facility Evaluation Report, 12/02/2025 — Heritage Board & Care #2, Long Beach CA

On 12/02/25, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mario Leon conducted an unannounced annual required visit using the CARE Inspection Tool. LPA met with Administrator Marilee "Mary" Cruz and the purpose of today’s visit was explained. The facility is licensed for 18 developmentally disabled adult clients, current census is 15. Annual fees are current.

The facility is a single-story structure located in a residential neighborhood and consists of the following: (11) client bedrooms, (2) client bathrooms with multiple stalls, meeting area/dining room, kitchen/medication room, 1 staff bedroom, 1 staff restroom, washer and dryer room, and a two sided shaded porch area. Perishable and non-perishable food supply was checked and adequately stored during the time of today's visit. All food supplies are labeled with expiration dates. Toxins and knifes were observed to be stored and inaccessible to clients. Facility has an active surety bond, land-line and internet service observed. There are no bodies of water nor firearms on the property and exits / walkways are free of debris/hazards and/or obstruction. LPA observed the screens in certain resident(s) areas needing to be repaired/replaced as well as small flies in room number five (#5). LPA and Administrator have agreed window screens shall be in good repair and will be repaired and corrected within 48 hours and photographs will be forwarded to LPA, confirming window screens shall be in good repair and be free of insects. LPA has written two technical advisory notes. Please see LIC9102TA.

LPA conducted a records review of 3 staff records, 5 client records, 5 P&I ledgers, and 5 medication administration records. Medications were centrally stored and properly locked, first aid kit was checked and fully stocked. The last fire drill was conducted on 09/15/25, all three (3) fire extinguishers fully charged and were annually checked on 04/02/25 along with a most recent Fire Protection & Life Safety Equipment Performance Certificate provided on 09/23/25 by carbon monoxide and smoke detectors are operational.

There have been zero (0) deficiencies cited during today's visit. An exit interview was conducted with Marilee "Mary" Cruz - Administrator, and a copy of this report has been provided.