Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Elena Mallett arrived at the facility to conduct an unannounced Annual visit . LPA met with Staff Toyin and the purpose of the visit was explained. Administrator Keith Cole joined the visit shortly after. The facility is licensed to serve three (3) non- 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, three (3) client bedrooms, (1) bathroom, a detached garage, 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. A loose baseboard was observed. A deficiency was cited. See 809-D. Hot water temperature measured within Title 22 regulations in the client bathroom. Facility has combination 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 bottle of cleaning fluid was observed to be accessible to clients. A deficiency was cited. See 809-D. Client bedrooms contained required light and furnishings. Extra linens and blankets and towels were observed.