Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sandra Urena arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a required annual visit. The LPA met with staff and explained the reason for the visit. The staff contacted the Licensee on the phone to inform them of the visit. The licensee Sophia Labendze arrived at the facility shortly thereafter. LPA Urena explained the reason for the visit.

The LPA, along with the Licensee toured the physical plant areas inside and outside to ensure there are no health and safety hazards and that the facility is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations.

COMMON AREAS: The LPA observed common area to be relatively clean and properly furnished. The LPA observed the fire extinguishers to be fully charged and last serviced on 07/31/2023. At 12:55 p.m., fire alarms/carbon monoxide detectors were tested and functioned properly.

KITCHEN: The LPA observed the kitchen/dining area. Knives are stored in a locked kitchen drawer. Kitchen appliances are in operable condition. The facility has a sufficient supply of perishable and non-perishable food. At 12:31 p.m., hot water measured at 107.3 degrees Fahrenheit. Medications and first aid kit are located in a locked kitchen cabinet. Required postings are located on one of the kitchen walls.

BEDROOMS: The facility is a single-story residence and consists of six (6) bedrooms and four (4) bathrooms. There is an additional room for staff use. The LPA observed resident bedrooms, which were furnished appropriately with clean linens, appropriate furnishings and sufficient lighting. Inside temperature was maintained at a comfortable level. All rooms had an audible signal system, which were functioning at the time doors were open.