Facility Evaluation Report

On 11/16/23, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Regina Cloyd conducted an unannounced annual required visit using the CARE Inspection Tool. LPA met with Administrator II Mae Torres. LPA explained the purpose of today’s visit. The facility is licensed to operate for four (4) non-ambulatory clients 18 through 59 years of age. The clients are Harbor Regional Center consumers. A total of 4 clients are currently residing in this facility, 4 out of 4 clients are non-ambulatory. A total of 4 staff and 2 clients were present during this inspection.

The facility is a two-story structure located in a residential neighborhood. It consists of the following: four (4) client's rooms, three (3) bathrooms, a living area, dining area, kitchen, and outside area.

LPA toured the physical plant. There were no bodies of water on the premises. All rooms were inspected. Beds and bedding supplies were in good condition, adequate lighting was provided, and storage for the client's personal belongings was observed. Bed linens, comforters, and bath towels were adequately stocked at the visit. Bathrooms were found to be within Title 22 regulations and were clean and operational. The water temperature measured 105.3 - 109 degrees F.

LPA observed the facility to be sanitary and appropriately furnished at the time of visit. Storage areas for personal hygiene, cleaning supplies, toxins, and sharps objects were stored and not accessible to clients. The kitchen was inspected, and sufficient perishable and non-perishable food was maintained adequately. Fire extinguisher was charged, and smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were operable. The last fire drill was conducted on 10/19/23. The facility has a working landline telephone. The facility has a current Certificate of Liability Insurance .