Facility Evaluation Report

On 09/25/2023 at 2:00 pm Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) David España conducted an unannounced required annual visit. Upon arriving at the facility, LPA met with the Administrator Laura Palomino, who assisted with the visit. Upon arrival at the facility, LPA David España conducted a risk assessment at the front door. Based on the assessment, the facility is not cleared of Covid-19 infection. LPA verified last Thursday Sep. 21, 2023, there was one (1) COVID-19 case.

There are currently six (6) residents in care. Licensed To Serve Six (6) Developmentally Disabled Adults, ages 18-59, Ambulatory Only. The facility is a one-story structure with 6 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, living room, family room, kitchen and back patio.

LPA and Administrator toured the physical plant. There are no bodies of water or firearm/ammunition on the premises. All client rooms were checked. Beds and bedding were in good condition, adequate lighting provided, storage for client personal belongings was observed. Walls and floors were in good repair. Bed linens, comforters, and bath towels were adequately stocked at the time of visit. Bathrooms were found to be within Title 22 regulations and were clean and operational. LPA observed the facility to be clean and appropriately furnished at the time of visit. Storage areas for personal hygiene, cleaning agents, toxins, and sharps were inaccessible to clients. The kitchen was inspected and there is a 2-day supply of perishable and a 7-day supply of non-perishable food available, maintained properly. Fire extinguisher (3) was charged, smoke detectors and Carbon Monoxide were operable. Disaster drill was last conducted on 02/22/2023. During the visit, LPA observed the facility infection control practices. LPA observed screening protocols for visitors, staff and residents, sanitizing stations (Located in common areas and restrooms and Room 1). LPA observed staff and residents were wearing face coverings, an isolation room and required postings throughout the facility. LPA observed the facility has a 30-day supply of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).