Facility Evaluation Report
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Joe Katrdzhyan conducted an unannounced site visit for the Required - 1 Year inspection. Upon arriving at the facility, LPA met with one to one Staff / Jen Raymond for Client #1 (C1) and was later joined by Administrator / Magdalena "Maggie" Estrada who assisted with the visit. The facility is licensed to serve six (6) Developmentally Disabled Clients ages 18 - 59 years. The facility has an approved fire clearance for six (6) Ambulatory Clients only. Currently, there are six (6) clients in placement. LPA used the infection control domain to complete the Required - 1 Year inspection. Also, the physical plant was toured, medication and food supplies reviewed.
The facility is located in a residential area. A tour of the single-story facility includes: Four (4) client bedrooms, two (2) bathrooms, living room, kitchen, dining area, den/staff office and indoor/outdoor activity areas. All medications for residents who need assistance are kept locked and inaccessible to other residents.
The bathrooms are clean and operational. Client bedrooms were checked and closet/drawer space to accommodate each client comfortably was available. The hot water temperature was tested throughout the facility. The kitchen was observed for the ability to prepare and serve food. LPA observed an appropriate food supply of two (2) days of perishables and one week (7 days) of non-perishables. All storage areas for cleaning solutions, toxins, knives, and hazardous items are in a secured cabinet and inaccessible to clients. The first-aid kit is fully stocked w/First-aid Manual. LPA reviewed client medications.
Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors are operable and in compliance. The fire extinguisher was observed to be fully charged and in compliance. There is a functioning telephone on the premises. The facility has central AC and heating accommodations. The washer and dryer are located in the laundry area (near the kitchen). The front yard is well landscaped with steps and/or a ramp that leads to the entry. A shaded area with chairs is provided in the back yard. The backyard is free of debris/hazards and the outdoor and passageways are free of obstruction. The outdoor activity area is free of visible hazards and debris and
Source: California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing. Methodology · Report a correction