Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Leslie Ngo-Castaneda conducted an annual required visit and inspection of the facility. LPA met with staff, Bernarda Tobias and explained the reason for the visit. Approximately, around 8:45 AM administrator Karla Plata arrived and was explained for the reason of the visit.

At 9:00 AM, with the assistance of administrator, LPA took a tour of the physical plant. Required postings were observed in the entry area. At 10:14 AM smoke alarms were tested and are operational. There are carbon monoxide detectors that functions properly. The fire extinguisher is beside the kitchen and staff hallway (2nd Floor). The charge date is 3/28/2025. During the visit the facility is at 72 degrees Fahrenheit. The facility is fire cleared for six (06) non-ambulatory of which one (01) may be bedridden.

Kitchen: The kitchen appliances and fixtures were functional. The kitchen has a working gas stove, faucet, freezer, refrigerator, and microwave. LPA found enough at least two (2) days perishable and seven (7) days non-perishable food at the facility that is properly stored. Frozen foods are wrap, dated, and stored properly as well. Knives were stored in a locked cabinet in the kitchen. Office space is in the dining area beside the kitchen where staff has a separate dining table from the residents. Properly labeled medications were locked in the dining area cabinets in the office station.

Bedrooms: There were six (6) bedrooms designated for clients' and staff use. Four of the that are in use by clients were properly furnished with appropriate dresser, beddings, and linens with sufficient lighting. Room #2 and #4 are properly furnished and is for private used. Room #1 and #3 is shared. There are two (2) staff bedroom in the facility and is located beside the office and second (2nd) floor, staff bedrooms are locked with no medication in sight.