Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elena Mallett arrived at the facility to conduct an unannounced Annual visit . LPA met with Staff in charge, Ronaldo Digal and the purpose of the visit was explained. Administrator Shiela Fabian was contacted by phone and made aware of the visit. The facility is licensed to serve developmentally disabled clients between the ages of 18 through 59 one of which may be non-ambulatory. Currently there are three clients in care.

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, (1) one staff room (2) bathrooms, 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. Hot water temperature in both bathrooms measured within Title 22 regulations of 105-120 F. 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. Client bedrooms had required light and furnishings. Extra linens and blankets were observed. The backyard area and passageways were free from debris and obstruction.