Facility Evaluation Report

On 03/29/2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Antonine Richard conducted an unannounced annual required visit using the Care Inspection Tool.

LPA met with Administrator Dwain Griffith 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 six (6) ambulatory clients, ages 18-59. Currently, there are four (4) clients and two (2) staff present during the visit. The facility’s annual fees are current during today’s visit. Clients are referred by the Harbor Regional Center.

LPA toured the single-story facility with Administrator Dwain Griffith. The facility consists of four (4) client bedrooms, one (1) staff bedroom, two (2) bathrooms, kitchen, dining area, office area, living room, garage with a laundry room, and backyard patio.

The kitchen was inspected and there is at least a two weeks supply of nonperishable and seven days supply of perishable foods. The facility is maintained at a comfortable temperature. Hot water temperature measures at 118.3F 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. The facility has a written emergency disaster plan located in the office area. This facility has one operable carbon monoxide detectors located in the hallway. There are no pools or bodies of water on the premises. There are no firearms on the premises and other dangerous weapons. The last facility fire drill was on 03/21/2023. Centrally stored medications are locked in a cabinet located in the dining area.

The facility files were reviewed. Client files were randomly chosen for review. Clients medication assessments are complete and include TB information. Client have complete needs and service plans on file. Staff have criminal record clearances and that are associated to the program. Staff have proof of in service training. Staff files have complete health screenings and current first aid certificates.