Senior Care Records.

Facility Evaluation Report

Mercedes Diaz Homes INC - Cornishcrest 2, Whittier03/24/2025Licence 306003911

Capacity5
Census5
Date signed04/16/2025 01:13:24 PM
Name of licensing program analystNoemi Galarza
Name of licensing program managerLisa Hicks
The inspector’s account

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Galarza conducted an unannounced Required- 1 year visit. The purpose of the visit was explained to Del Sol day program staff. Quality Assurance Director Claudia Lujan and Administrator Aliya Schotel arrived shortly after. The facility is licensed as an Adult Residential Facility for three (3) ambulatory and two (2) non-ambulatory developmentally disabled adults ages 60 and over. The facility is licensed as a level 4N ARF vendored by Eastern Los Angeles Regional Center.

Infection Control: The Infection Control Plan includes Environmental cleaning and disinfection activities. Facility has sufficient Personal Protective Equipment.

Physical Plant/Environment Safety: The facility is a single story home located in a residential neighborhood. It consists of 5 resident bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, living room, laundry room, outdoor patio, and detached garage. 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. The facility has three (3) fire extinguishers. Water temperature readings measured within the required 105 - 120 degrees Fahrenheit. The facility has a 1st Aid Kit and Manual. Cleaning supplies, knives, and toxic substances are inaccessible to residents.

Operational Requirements: Fire clearance is approved for three (3) ambulatory and two (2) non-ambulatory

residents. Care and supervision to meet the clients needs was observed. Special equipment and supplies are used by residents. The Surety Bond is current with expiration date of 10/5/2027.

Staffing: A total of 8 staff members provide care and supervision to the clients. Between the hours of 8 AM- 2 PM, Monday - Friday Del Sol Day Program staff provide on-site activities for residents.

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