Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ashley Calderon conducted an unannounced visit at the above facility. LPA arrived at at 9:10 am for an annual inspection. LPA waited to see if any staff responded to LPA's arrival once ringing the doorbell. Due to no one answering LPA Calderon called Administrator Maria Carlos at 626-375-7941. Maria Carlos stated she is on the way to the facility to assist with the visit. LPA shortly after met with Administrator to discuss the purpose of todays visit.

The facility cares for adults with intellectual disabilities and is vendorized by Lanterman Regional Center as a Level 3 facility.

On todays visit, LPA observed the physical plant alongside with Maria Carlos. All client bedrooms were toured, total of four (4) bedrooms. Each bedroom has 2 beds (shared rooms), linen, dresser, light, and sufficient closet space. Extra linen, towels, blankets and housekeeping supplies were observed in hallway closets. Two (2) client bathrooms were toured and the hot water measured within Title 22 regulations. Bathrooms had non-skid mats in place and grab bars were observed. Hygiene supplies were observed.

All chemicals are locked in the kitchen cabinets or laundry room cabinets locked and inaccessible. The kitchen was inspected. Sharps are locked in kitchen/laundry cabinets. Kitchen was observed clean and all appliances were operable. LPA observed food supplies for breakfast and lunch. Administrator stated facility meals for dinner is provided by facility Bella Vista which is the same Licensee organization: Robsag Inc and dinner meals are delivered daily to Newport House between 10am-2pm and heated up for dinner. LPA suggested to get documentation regarding meals being prepared elsewhere. LPA observed food delivery at 12:20pm. All the appliances are clean and are operating properly. The common areas include the living room and dining area. These areas are clean and have the required furniture. Fire place is empty and secured.