Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Martessa Brown conducted an unannounced Annual required visit with a primary focus on infection control measures. LPA was met by Shameka Bolden , Supervisor and the purpose of today’s visit was explained. The facility is licensed to serve (90) non-ambulatory clients which may be 18 and over.

Inspection consisted of the following: LPA toured the facility with the supervisor and clients were leaving the program. LPA observed the remaining clients that were left was a total of 6. LPA observed that all clients appeared to be fine. Brighter Outlook I is a single story commercial building consisted of a Lobby, Executive and Administrative Offices, Nurse Station, six (6) bathrooms, Activity Room, Laundry Room, Changing Station, Staff/lunch room and Storage Room.

The facility is a single-story structure located in a commercial building located in a business area. LPA viewed client file were stored in a storage area. LPA observed parking lot (drop off/pick up area), Kitchen, 1 large activity room, 1 isolation room. 1 nurse room, 4 client restrooms, 2 staff restroom, conference room and offices. Facility walls and floors were in good condition, adequate lighting, fire extinguishers were properly charged. Plenty of storage space and chemicals were properly locked. The restrooms were clean and within Title 22 regulations. The water temperature measured at 120F . The kitchen was clean and a refrigerators are available for client use. The day program does not provide lunch however, snacks are available to clients. Carbon Monoxide detector was observed. The first aid kit was available; medications were locked and inaccessible to clients. Walkways throughout the day program were clear of hazards and all exits were clear of debris.