Facility Evaluation Report, 10/31/2023 — Tierra Del Sol, Sunland CA

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Christopher Alemoh and Michael Cava conducted an unannounced Annual/Required visit to this facility. LPAs met with Julie Snider Case Manager and Sandy Laras Director and informed her of the purpose of the visit. A copy of the Liability Insurance was reviewed

LPA Alemoh conducted a tour of the facility with Snider/Lara inside and outside to ensure there are no health and safety hazards and that facility is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. Common areas were observed for the safely and the ability to serve the needs of clients, including cleanliness. LPAs checked physical plant, client records, and staff records. LPA Alemoh observed the storage areas for toxins, sharps, and other hazardous items to be locked and secured.

Dining/Kitchen Area - During the tour of this area, LPA's observed several tables and chairs for clients use. Dining area also has a flat screen for associate entertainment. Meals are prepared on site for clients with no dietary restrictions. Clients with the dietary restriction bring their own food. Snacks are served in dining area. At the time of visit 25 residents were using the kitchen and dining area. Kitchen has 2 refrigerators, and two freezers food items are categorized and dated. Sharp objects are stored in pantry located at the back of the kitchen. The door remains locked and is inaccessible to clients.

Fire extinguishers were checked and were found fully charged and serviced on Oct 2023. Fire and earthquake drill are conducted every month. The Great Shake was a facility wide earthquake drill was done on 10/19/23. Last fire drill was conducted on June 26 th , 2023.

Restrooms - LPA observed several all-gender restrooms at the facility to be sanitary. Some of the restrooms have signs posted with a handicap sign to assist clients with wheelchairs. The restrooms are also equipped with changing tables and cabinets that hold cleaning and changing supplies. Water temperature was measured and are as follows: 115 degrees in common bathroom areas throughout the hallways.