Facility Evaluation Report

On 11/25/23, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ernand Dabuet conducted an unannounced annual required visit using the CARE Inspection Tool. LPA met with care staff Mechi Velsa. Velsa contacted Luz Rasco and Eileen Vasquez administrators by telephone who later join the visit. LPA explained the purpose of today’s visit. The facility is licensed to operate for four (4) ambulatory adults ages 18 through 59. The clients are Harbor Regional Center consumers.

The facility is a single-story structure located in a residential neighborhood. It consists of the following: four (4) clients' rooms, two (2) bathrooms, a living area, a dining area, a kitchen, and an outside patio area.

LPA 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 was provided, and storage for the client's personal belongings was observed. Bed linens, comforters, and bath towels were adequately stocked at the time of the visit. Bathrooms were found to be within Title 22 regulations and were clean and operational. A water temperature of 105.0 degrees F. A comfortable temperature of 71 degrees F. was maintained in the facility.

LPA observed the facility to be sanitary and appropriately furnished during the visit. Storage areas for personal hygiene, cleaning supplies, toxins, and sharps objects were stored and not accessible to clients. The kitchen was inspected and there is sufficient perishable and non-perishable food available and maintained adequately. The fire extinguishers were charged, and smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were operable. A review of Medication Records Administration (MAR) and Fire Drills were observed to be maintained in order and accurate. The facility conducted Fire/Safety Drill on 09/17/23. The facility has a working landline telephone. The staff had all current CPR/First Aid Training on file. The facility has current liability insurance.