Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sandra Urena arrived unannounced at the facility to conduct a required annual inspection visit. The LPA met with the Administrator Mark Samuel and Assistant Administrator (AD), Edgardo Cruz and explained the reason for the visit. At the time of the visit, the facility is going through building renovations. The residents are temporarily being relocated to vacant rooms to allow for their room’s renovations. The renovations include new windows, entrance doors, stairs, floors, painting, new furniture, new AC units, and making adaptations for functionality and esthetics in each of the bedrooms.

The LPA, the Administrator and the AD 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 lobby, TV room, and dining room were observed to be clean and properly furnished. The LPA observed the fire extinguishers to be fully charged and last serviced on 05/20/2025. Fire alarm/Carbon monoxide power was observed and was last tested on 01/29/2025 by the Los Angeles Fire Department. Cleaning solutions, toxins, chemicals and hazardous items were inaccessible and locked away in closets and storage room. Passageways were free and clear from obstruction. There are three laundry units, one is located on the first floor and second is located on the second floor. Indoor temperature was maintained at a comfortable level.

KITCHEN: Knives are stored inside the locked kitchen. Kitchen appliances are in operable condition. The facility has a sufficient supply of perishable and non-perishable food. Emergency food and water are located in the pantry room. The walk-in freezer and refrigerator’s temperature were found to be in compliance with regulations. A menu was observed to be posted in the dining room.