Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jose Villalobos conducted an unannounced Required- 1 year visit using the full Care Compliance and Regulatory Enforcement (CARE) Tools. LPA met with Administrator Susan Martinez and the purpose of the visit was discussed. The facility is licensed for 4 non-ambulatory adults, ages 18 through 59, and is vendorized through the East Los Angeles Regional Center.

The following 12 (CARE) tool domains were utilized during the inspection:

Infection Control: Staff are using appropriate hand hygiene and wearing gloves when deemed necessary. Facility has an Infection Control Plan in place.

Operational Requirements: Facility is licensed to serve, and has fire clearance for, four (4) non-ambulatory Developmentally Disabled Adults with Restricted Health Conditions. Facility has Plan of Operation on hand and it was reviewed. Staff are adhering to operational requirements.

Physical Plant & Environment Safety: The home consists of (4) client bedrooms, (2.5) bathrooms, living room, Office, dining room, kitchen, an attached garage, front and backyard. LPA observed sufficient space in the outdoor areas for clients use. There are no pools or bodies of water on the premises. Knives, cleaning solutions, and disinfectants are locked and inaccessible to clients. There are no firearms or weapons stored at the facility. Water temperature measured within Title 22 regulations of 105-120 degrees.

Personnel Records-Training : Staff files are maintained at the facility. LPA reviewed five (5) staff files and they have current First Aid/CPR certification. Staff have their Health Screening, fingerprint clearance, and criminal record statements on file. Staff receive regular in-service training's yearly.