Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Joseph Alejandre made an unannounced visit to conduct the required annual inspection. LPA met with Cyndie Dunkerson, Brook Lazaro, Bailey Waln and Thinh Pham and explained the reason for the visit. LPA and staff toured facility. Facility is a two story home with 5 bedrooms upstairs ( 1 bedroom is being used as an office) an office on the first floor, one bedroom downstairs along with a living room, dining room, laundry room and a 3 car attached garage. LPA observed all client bedrooms had the required furnishings. All bathrooms were clean and operational. Hot water in all bathrooms measured 106.7 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed all medications are kept locked in the facility office. LPA observed that sharp objects are kept locked in the facility office. Cleaning supplies are kept locked in the garage. The garage is used for storage and kept locked. Smoke detectors/carbon monoxide detectors tested operational. LPA observed the fireplace in the family room is screened. LPA observed the kitchen is clean and organized. LPA observed an emergency evacuation chair mounted on the top of the stairway. LPA and staff toured the backyard. There is a swimming pool surrounded by a fence. The pool gate is locked. Both backyard exit gates are latched and operational. No obstacles or hazards observed inside or outside of the facility. LPA reviewed 2 staff files. No discrepancies observed. LPA reviewed 5 client files, no discrepancies observed. LPA reviewed client medications. No discrepancies observed. LPA inspected the first aid kit. The first aid kit had all the required elements. LPA consulted with staff regarding reporting requirements and Guardian/background clearance requirements. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of the report provided.