Facility Evaluation Report

On 12/09/2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Antonine Richard conducted an unannounced annual required inspection visit using the new CARE Inspection Tool.

Upon arriving at the facility, LPA met with Lee Thomas and explained the purpose of this visit. LPA was granted access and allowed to enter the facility to conduct an inspection. The facility is licensed to serve four (4) ambulatory, clients ages 18-59.

The facility’s annual fees are current during today’s visit. Clients are referred by the Harbor Regional Center. Later, LPA was joined by the Manager Israel Diaz. LPA toured the single-story facility with staff Lee. The facility consists of four (4) client bedrooms, two (2) bathrooms, kitchen, dining area, living room, locked washer/dryer/storage room, garage, office and backyard patio.

The kitchen was inspected and there is at least a one week supply of nonperishable and two day supply of perishable foods. The facility is maintained at a comfortable temperature. The hot water temperature measures at 113.7 degrees Fahrenheit. There are working lights in each room to ensure safety and comfort for all clients in the facility. All outdoor and indoor passageways were free of obstructions. The clients have clean linen which includes blankets/bedspreads, top and bottom sheets, pillow cases, and mattress pads. First aid kit had the required items.