Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Elena Mallett and Bonnie Tao conducted an unannounced Annual visit and was met by Supervisor Cindy Alvarenga. The purpose of the visit was explained . Administrator Viola Nwadike joined the visit shortly after. This is an Adult Day Program to serve 60 ambulatory and 30 non-ambulatory clients. The census today was 36 clients in care. Clients are served from East Los Angeles, South Central Los Angeles and Harbor Regional Centers.

The program consists of one (1) large single-story building. A tour of the single-story building included: reception area, four (4) offices, two (2) client and one(1) staff restrooms, one (1) isolation room, one(1) relaxation room, area where snack was prepared and lunches stored, two(2) activity rooms, conference room and a locked storage room. LPA toured the facility and the following was observed: a total of 36 clients were at the facility.

LPA completed the visit using the following inspection tool domains:

Infection Control: Infection Control Plan was reviewed by LPA. Plan follows title 22 regulations. Per Administrator plan is adhered to by all staff.

Physical Plant and Environmental Safety: Physical plant is in clean and good condition. Hallways and rooms are free from debris and obstruction. The restrooms were observed to be clean and have the required grab bars to support client needs. The activity rooms had adequate space for their function and to store needed activity materials. Clients were observed engaging with staff in activities, such as arts and crafts and movement with music. Many clients left for community outings part way through visit. Fire and CO2 detectors were tested and operational. Cleaners, toxins and sharps are in locked cabinets inaccessible to clients. There were 5 Fire extinguishers that were fully charged. Hot water temperature measured in the two client restrooms was not within Title 22 regulations. A deficiency was cited. See 809-D.