Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Mary Rico, Raquel Hernandez, and Eldin Serrano made an unannounced visit to the facility. The purpose of the visit was to conduct a required comprehensive annual inspection. LPA was granted entry to the facility. The facility is a (5) bedroom, (2) bathroom home and, with a kitchen/dining area, living room and attach garage. The facility is an Adult Residential Facility (ARF) level 2 designated home vendor by Inland Regional Center. Licensed capacity is (6) current census (3). LPA was accompanied by staff Elizabeth Chamen to conduct a general overall inspection, which included, but was not limited to, the following:

Physical Plant: The facility is operating in the capacity approved by Community Care Licensing (CCL). There are no obstructions to indoor and outdoor passageways. The facility is maintained at a comfortable temperature. LPA inspected client bedrooms; they are equipped with required furniture such as: mattresses, nightstands, storage space, and sufficient lighting; bathrooms were clean, and appliances were operating appropriately. LPA observed sufficient furniture and lighting throughout the facility. The facility is equipped with operating smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms. Posters such as personal rights, the CCL complaint poster, and the disaster plan were posted in a common area. Cleaning supplies, toxins, sharps, and other dangerous items were kept inaccessible to clients in care. All sharps are locked. The hot water temperature tested within regulation at 106 degrees. There was a designated space for client/staff files.

During facility tour, LPA observed client’s dinning table dirty. Tablecloth observed to have food/liquid stains. In addition, the facility did not have their emergency disaster supplies ready and the activities calendar was not updated for the month July 2024. The last activity calendar that was created was March 2024.

Food Service: Non-perishable and perishable food supply is sufficient for number of clients in care. Facility has a variety of food available for clients. Dishes, cups, and utensils were also stored properly.

Care & Supervision: Facility has sufficient care staff for coverage 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.