Facility Evaluation Report

On August 1, 2024 at 1:14PM, 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 Licensee (LI) Joseph Nassif and explained the purpose of the visit.

The facility is licensed to operate for six (6) ambulatory clients. The facility is a single-story structure located in a residential neighborhood. It consists of the following: four (4) client bedrooms, one (1) staff bedroom, three (3) bathrooms, detached garage, living room, dining room, kitchen, and outdoor covered patio area.

LPA Kim toured inside and outside of the physical plant. 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, and Staff Room. Bathrooms were found to be clean and operational. The water temperature measured between 108.6 degrees F and 115.8 degrees F at all client bathrooms. A comfortable temperature of 82 degrees F was maintained in the facility.

LPA Kim observed the facility to be sanitary and appropriately furnished at the time of visit. Storage area 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. Emergency Food, Emergency Water, and Emergency supplies for the clients are stored in the garage. A working telephone (714-853-1094) remains available. The facility has smoke/carbon monoxide detectors that were operable. First Aid Kit contained all the necessary elements. The Facility has one (1) fire extinguisher in the living room area that is fully charged and was serviced January 5, 2024.