Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Noemi Galarza made an unannounced annual inspection visit. The purpose of the visit was explained to Administrator Lester Ellet. The facility serves developmentally disabled residents under age 59. The facility is licensed as a level 3 Adult Residential Facility (ARF) vendored by Eastern Los Angeles Regional Center. The facility is a single story home licensed for 4 ambulatory clients located in a residential neighborhood. It consists of 3 client bedrooms, 1 staff bedroom, 3 bathrooms, dining room, kitchen, living room, den, outdoor patio and detached garage. The following 12 (CARE) tool domains were utilized during the inspection.

Infection Control: The facility staff are using appropriate hand hygiene cleaning and disinfecting the home. An Infection Control Plan was reviewed.

Physical Plant/Environment Safety: The interior and exterior physical plant was inspected. Exit doors are free of any obstruction and there are no pools or large bodies of water. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operation. The facility has two (2) fully charged fire extinguishers. Hot water temperature readings measured between the required 105 - 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Storage areas for cleaning solutions/toxins, knives, and hazardous items were inaccessible to clients.

Operational Requirements: Fire clearance is approved for four (4) ambulatory only residents. Care and supervision to meet the clients needs was observed. No special equipment and supplies are used by clients. Facility manages residents P & I monies. The Surety Bond expires 8/31/2024.

Staffing: A total of 3 staff members provide care and supervision to the clients.