Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sandra Urena arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a required annual inspection. The LPA was greeted by staff and informed them of the reason for the visit. The staff stated that the Administrator was at an appointment, and the licensee Joshua Smith was on his way. The Licensee arrived shortly thereafter.

The LPA and the staff toured the physical plant areas inside and outside to ensure there are no health and safety hazards and that the facility is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. During today’s visit, the four residents were at day program.

COMMON AREAS: At the time of the visit, living room and dining room furniture was observed to be in good condition. The facility maintained a comfortable temperature of 72 degrees. Smoke detector(s) and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and operational at the time of the visit. The fire extinguishers were fully charged and were last serviced 06/18/2024. The LPA observed required postings throughout the common space.

KITCHEN: Knives and cleaning supplies are stored inaccessible to the residents in care. Kitchen appliances were in operable condition. The facility has a sufficient supply of perishable and non-perishable food. The hot water temperature measured at 112.8 degrees Fahrenheit.

BEDROOMS: The facility has five (5) bedrooms, one bedroom is shared and three are private bedrooms, and one (1) staff bedroom. Bedrooms were observed to be furnished appropriately with clean linens, appropriate furnishings and sufficient lighting. There was a linen closet in the hallway with extra towels and linens.