Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lydia Martinez made an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct a Required - 1 Year evaluation. LPA was greeted and granted entry by Staff Dorcas Mbugua and reason for visit was explained. Licensee Anamika Ahluwalia and Administrator Anish Gore arrived shortly after. LPA confirmed Administrator has a current certificate, which expires on 11/23/2024.

The facility currently has 3 clients; 2 present during today's visit. LPA Martinez, along Licensee Ahluwalia and AD Gore conducted a tour of the inside and outside of the facility, common areas, client rooms, kitchen, garage and observed the following: Facility is a one story house with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room, kitchen, dining room, laundry room and an attached two car garage that is used for storage and lounging. LPA observed the facility to be clean and in good repair. The home is maintained at a comfortable temperature for the clients. Lighting is sufficient for safety and comfort. The back yard has patio furniture and a huge umbrella for clients and visitors use.

Client bedrooms were observed to be spacious and easily accommodate furnishings such as lamps, chair, dresser and a bed. Facility does not have live-in staff. Bathrooms were clean, faucets, showers and toilets were operational. Hot water temperature in client bathroom was within regulatory requirements. Linen and hygiene supplies were stocked in hallway cabinet. Emergency Phone Numbers and Exit Plan were reviewed. Food prep area is clean and organized. Hygiene supplies are provided for number of client's in care. Food supply was noted to be in sufficient quantities to meet the regulatory requirements of a 2-day perishables and 7-day non-perishables. Emergency food and water supply is available. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were found to be operational. Fire Extinguisher were charged and mounted, last charged on 04/11/2023. Fire drills are conducted once a month and LPA verified last Fire Drill was conducted on 06/01/2023. Stove burners, microwave, dishwasher, washer, and dryer are operational. Chemicals and sharps are made inaccessible to the clients. Medications are centrally stored in a locked hallway cabinet. Medications reviewed appear to have been dispensed accurately.