Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) met with Administrator Selva Banos to conduct the annual inspection for the facility. LPA attempted to conduct the inspection on 11/28/2022, but there were was no one at the facility. At this time, the Administrator is currently waiting to admit clients; but was recently informed by Regional Center, the first client will be admitted on 01/01/2023.

Prior to entering the facility, LPA observed COVID signs posted outside the front door and upon entry, LPA was asked COVID screening questions, which entailed temperature check and visitors sign in book. LPA observed the facility to be in it's initial stage during the pre-licensing inspection. There have been no changes, and all common areas were observed to be clean and in good repair.

The facility has (4) bedrooms; with (1) room used for staff, and isolation room if needed for positive COVID cases. Facility has (2) bathrooms. Storage areas, cabinets, pantries, cupboards counters, and refrigerator were clean and appropriate for food preparation. Knives and medication will be stored in cabinets located in the kitchen and hallway area. Appliances were clean and functional, and utensils, plates, and cups were in good repair. Cleaning supplies, poisons, toxins and chemicals will also be locked and stored in a cabinet located in the hallway. There was enough supply of linens and towels, which were stored individually in the client bedrooms. Hygiene products are available.

The common areas included the dining, living, bathroom, and client bedrooms. Doors and passageways were clear and unobstructed. Walls, ceilings, floors, window screens and all other rooms were clean, in good repair, and appropriately furnished.