Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Elena Mallett arrived at the facility to conduct an unannounced Annual visit . LPA met with Staff Ebony and the purpose of the visit was explained. House Manager Shaneric Allen joined the visit shortly after. The facility is licensed to serve 4 ambulatory clients between the ages of 18 through 59.

The facility is a single-story home, located in a residential area of Norwalk that consists of a living room, dining area, a kitchen, four (4) client bedrooms, (2) bathrooms, a laundry room, a staff room, a front yard and a backyard with a covered shaded area with seating.

LPA completed the visit using Compliance and Regulatory Enforcement Tools (CARE) . The following domains were completed during the visit

Infection Control: Infection Control Plan was reviewed by LPA. Facility follows title 22 regulations and is cleaning and disinfecting regularly. Staff has PPE and practices hand hygiene.

Physical Plant and Environmental Safety: Physical plant is clean and sanitary and the hallways and walkways are free from debris and obstruction. Hot water temperature measured within Title 22 regulations in both bathrooms. Facility has smoke and carbon monoxide detectors that were tested and operational. A fully charged fire extinguisher was present near the kitchen. Sharps and toxins are locked in cabinets. A clorox cleaning spray bottle was observed on a table. A deficiency was cited. See 809-D Client bedrooms had required light and furnishings. Extra linens and blankets were observed. Some old furniture and broken bikes were observed in backyard and front yard. A sink door was partially off hinges. Technical Advisory