Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tena Herrera conducted an unannounced visit for an Annual Inspection. LPA met with Jessica Garcia, and the purpose for the visit was explained. The facility is licensed to serve 66 Ambulatory Only Adults ages 18 and over.

This is a single- story facility located in South Gate, Ca. A tour of the facility includes: Front building with large activity room and restroom, Back building with 2 restrooms. Outdoor shaded activity area, 2 staff offices, 1 staff office has kitchen, medication storage, separated staff office with restroom; and the other is an office area with 3 desks.

LPA utilized the Compliance and Regulatory Enforcement (CARE) tools for the visit today and observed the following:

Infection Control: Facility maintains the required Infection Control Plan.

Physical Plant & Environment Safety: Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors are operable and in compliance. The fire extinguishers were observed and are fully charged. No bodies of water were observed at the facility. The hot water temperature was tested and measured within the required range of 105-120 degrees. All storage areas for cleaning solutions, toxins, poisons and hazardous items are stored in a secured/locked storage closet and inaccessible to clients. Clients have a water station available in the kitchen and clients are provided water bottles.

Food Service: Pesticides and other similar toxic substances are not stored with the food.

Operational Requirements: The facility has the appropriate fire clearance. Staff are knowledgeable on their reporting requirements.

Staffing : There appears to be sufficient staffing at all times in the facility. There are at least 2 staff members on duty any time there are clients in the facility. (Continued on 809-C)