Home Care Organization Evaluation Report

Enforcement Analyst (EA), Ryan Chan, with the Home Care Services Branch (HCSB) conducted a virtual visit for the purpose of a biennial inspection, EA met with the licensee Emilio Covarrubias. The proper posting of business hours and license was observed during the virtual tour of the facility.

During the inspection, EA reviewed personnel records for Home Care Aides (HCA) including fingerprint status', registry status', tuberculosis (TB), and required training. The Home Care Organization’s (HCO’s) business records were also reviewed during the visit including the insurance requirements. Upon completion of the file review EA discussed the findings of the inspection with the licensee and informed him of the deficiencies found and explained they would be noted on the 809D. EA advised that home care aides (HCA)s who are not cleared on the HCA Registry are not to be with clients.

An exit interview was conducted, a copy of this report and appeal rights were provided to the licensee via email.