Facility Evaluation Report

On 10/08/22, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ernand Dabuet conducted an unannounced annual required visit with a primary focus on Infection Control measures using the CARE Inspection Tool. LPA met with the caregiver Elery Mc Allister. Mac Allister contacted administrator Theresa Mc Dowell and explained the purpose of today’s visit. McDowell was unable to join the visit and sent facility manager Troy Banner. The facility is licensed to operate for six (6) ambulatory developmentally disabled adults ages 18 through 59 years. The clients are South Central Los Angeles Regional Center consumers.

The facility is a two-story structure located in a residential neighborhood. It consists of the following: four (4) client's rooms, two (2) common bathrooms, one (1) staff bedroom, a living area, a dining area, a kitchen, an office, a laundry room, 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 adequate condition, lighting was provided, and storage for the client's personal belongings was observed. Bed linens, comforters, and bath towels were stocked during the visit. The bathrooms were in operational condition. A comfortable temperature of 73 degrees was maintained in the facility.

LPA observed the facility to be furnished at the time of the visit. Storage areas for personal hygiene were stored and not accessible to clients. The kitchen was inspected, and sufficient perishable and non-perishable food was maintained adequately. Fire extinguishers were all fully charged, and smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were operable. The facility maintains a Certificate of Liability Insurance effective 01/23/22 – 01/23/23. A review of Medication Administration Records was maintained in order and accurate. The facility has several landline telephones on-site in working condition.