Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Vasallo conducted an annual required visit. LPA met with Administrator, Melinda Pippens and explained the reason for the visit. LPA used the infection control tool to evaluate the facility. LPA observed the physical plant, COVID-19 procedures, reviewed clients' medications and records and staff records, and observed the food supply. The facility cares for adults with intellectual disabilities and is vendorized by Lanterman Regional Center as a Level 4 facility.

All client bedrooms were toured. All bedrooms are private rooms. The rooms have the required bed, bedframe, linen, dresser, light, and closet space. All 3 bathrooms were inspected. The hot water measured 106.3 - 111.2 which is within the required 105 - 120 degrees. There were no toxic chemicals accessible to clients. Chemicals are locked under the kitchen sink and garage. The kitchen was inspected. There is sufficient perishable and non-perishable food. All the appliances are clean and are operating properly. The garage has additional food and is only used for storage. The common areas include the living room and dining area. These areas are clean and have the required furniture. Facility currently has at least a 30-day supply of PPEs. There are cameras in the common areas only. There is a screening station at the entrance of the facility. Staff document client temperatures and symptoms daily as required.

Client files were reviewed to confirm emergency contacts are updated. Staff files were reviewed to confirm health screenings, training and fingerprint clearances. All files were complete. All clients' medications were reviewed. Medications are documented properly and given as prescribed.

Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, there were no deficiencies observed during the visit. Exit interview held. A copy of the report was provided.