Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ruth Martinez is conducting this unannounced visit for completing a required annual inspection. LPA arrived at facility was greeted and granted entry by Tasneem Riched, residential counselor and explain the nature of the visit. Antonio Resendiz, Director arrived shortly after and met with LPA.

Five clients currently reside at this location, all clients were present at the time of visit. LPA began the tour of the inside and outside of the facility, facility is a two-story home. LPA observed required department postings throughout the facility. Facility stays within the capacity limitations. LPA toured the kitchen and food storage areas. There is a minimum of one week of non-perishables foods and two days of perishables foods available. There is additional food stored in garage refrigerators. At the time of visit LPA observed staff preparing lunch and appeared of good quality. The facility is maintained at a comfortable temperature. LPA inspected that medication are centrally stored in the nurse’s station in locked cabinets. LPA reviewed medication and observed medication was labeled and stored inaccessible to clients in care. LPA measured the hot water temperature which measured 119.8 Fahrenheit degrees. All bathrooms observed to have a supply of soap, toilet paper and towels. The facility is equipped with sufficient hand hygiene, cleaning, and disinfecting supplies. LPA observed that toxic chemicals, cleaning solutions and disinfectants are stored and locked in storage closet. The facility has an available clean supply of linens. LPA inspected client’s bedrooms which has sufficient lighting to ensure the safety and comfort. All bedrooms observed to have all required components. Storage space is provided for clients in their bedroom. Smoke detectors were tested and found to be operational. LPA toured the outside of the facility and observed outdoor passageways are free of obstructions. LPA observed a locked gated pool in the backyard. LPA observed there is several seating areas for client’s enjoyment. LPA observed several fire extinguishers with service date of January 18, 2023, mounted on the walls throughout the facility. Fire drills are conducted monthly, and LPA reviewed fire drill