Facility Evaluation Report

Patricia Home, Garden Grove05/09/2023Licence 306005779

Capacity4
Census3
Date signed05/09/2023 04:49:33 PM
The inspector’s account

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Lydia Martinez made an unannounced visit to conduct a Required – 1 Year inspection. Upon arrival LPA was greeted by facility Staff Elmer Hahn and Teddy Santos and reason for visit was explained. There are currently 3 clients residing at the facility. One client and two staff were present during today's visit. Per staff, two clients are at Day Program. Assistant Administrator Dante Benedicto arrived shortly after.

LPA Martinez, along with Staff conducted a tour of the inside and outside of the facility, common areas, client rooms, kitchen, living room, den, garage and observed the following:

Facility is a single story 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home with an attached 2 car garage that is used for storage only. 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. LPA observed a table and chairs under covered patio for clients and visitors. Client bedrooms were observed to be spacious and easily accommodate furnishings such as lamps, chair, dresser and a bed. Bathrooms were observed to be clean, have a supply of soap and paper towels. Hot water temperature was within regulatory requirements. Linen and hygiene supplies were stocked. Emergency Phone Numbers and Exit Plan were reviewed. Food prep area is clean and organized. Food supply meets the requirement of one (1) week supply of non-perishable and two (2) day supply of perishables. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were found to be operational. Fire Extinguishers were charged and mounted and were last serviced on 06/15/2022. There is no record that drills have been conducted. Stove burners, microwave, washer, and dryer are operational. Chemicals and sharps are made inaccessible to the clients. Cleaning supplies are stored in garage. Medications are centrally stored in a locked filing cabinet kept in living room. Medications reviewed appear to have been dispensed accurately.

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