Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Mayra Cota, conducted an unannounced annual inspection today. LPA met with Eleonor Lopez, House Manager, and the reason for the visit was explained. Jasmin Tomines, Administrator was informed regarding today’s visit and Lopez, continued to facilitate the inspection.

The facility is licensed to serve (4) developmentally disabled adults age 18 to 59; ambulatory only. The facility is operating within the scope of its license. The facility is currently providing services to clients through the Eastern Los Angeles Regional Center.

The single-story home is in a residential area of Whittier, and it consists of living room, dining area, kitchen, laundry room, (4) client bedrooms, (2) full bathrooms, attached garage, and front and backyard.

The facility was observed clean inside and out. Walkways, passageways and exits are kept clear of debris and obstructions. Furniture is clean and in good repair. Living and dining room have sufficient seating for staff and clients. The kitchen was observed clean and appliances were operating properly. The facility has a sufficient 2-day perishable and 7-day perishable supply of food. Dry and canned goods labeled and kept within expiration limits. Sharps/knives, cleaning supplies and other toxins are kept locked in a kitchen cabinet. Bedrooms have the required furniture, bedding and sufficient lighting. Bathrooms were also observed clean and sanitary. Water temperature was tested in bathroom #1 and #2 and measured 112.7 and 107.3 degrees F. which is within the compliance range of 105 - 120 degrees F. Bathrooms have safety grab bars and non-skid surfaces.