Facility Evaluation Report

On May 20, 2024 at 1:25pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Edward Kim conducted an unannounced required 1-Year annual visit using the CARE Inspection Tool. Upon arrival at the facility, LPA Kim met with House Manager (HM) Ofelia Castro and explained the purpose of the visit.

The facility is licensed to operate for one (1) non-ambulatory. The facility is a single-story structure located in a residential neighborhood. It consists of the following: six (6) bedrooms, three (3) bathrooms, attached garage, living room, dining room, kitchen, and outside covered patio area.

LPA Kim toured inside and outside of the physical plant with HM Castro. There are no bodies of water or obstructions on the premises. All rooms were inspected. Beds and bedding supplies were in good condition, adequate lighting was provided, storage for each client’s personal belongings was observed. Bed linens, comforters, and bath towels were adequately stocked at the time of visit. All bedrooms were inspected: Client Room 1, Client Room 2, Client Room 3, Client Room 4, Client Room 5, and Client Room 6. Bathrooms were found to be within Title 22 regulations and were clean and operational. The water temperature measured at 105.6 degrees F. A comfortable temperature of 71 degrees F was maintained in the facility.

LPA Kim observed the facility to be sanitary and appropriately furnished at the time of visit. Storage areas for personal hygiene, cleaning supplies, toxins, and sharps objects were stored and not accessible to clients. The kitchen was inspected and there is a two-day supply of perishable and seven-day supply of non-perishable food available and maintained properly. The facility has smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors that were operable. The facility conducted a Fire/Safety Drill on March 9, 2024. A working telephone (714-821-4277) remains available. First Aid Kit contained all the necessary elements.