Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mary Rico made an unannounced visit to the facility. The purpose of the visit was to conduct a required comprehensive annual inspection. LPA met with Administrator Crystal Cortez and was granted entry to the facility. Licensed capacity is (5) current census (4). The facility is an Adult Residential Facility (ARF) level 4G home vendorized by Inland Regional Center. LPA was accompanied by Administrator Crystal Cortez 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's bedrooms; they are equipped with required furniture such as: mattresses, night stands, 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. There was a designated office for client/staff files. Overall, the facility is clean, in good repair, and operating in safe conditions for client's in care . Food Service: Non-perishable and perishable food supply is sufficient for number of residents in care. Facility has a variety of food available for client's. 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.

Record Review: LPA reviewed (4) clients' files for admission agreements, updated physician reports, and needs and services plans. LPA reviewed (4) clients' medications. LPA also reviewed (3) staff files for First Aid/CPR certification, criminal record clearance, training's, and health screenings.

Based on the observations made during today’s visit, no deficiencies were cited per Title 22, Division 6, of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted, and this report (LIC809) was discussed and provided to Administrator Crystal Cortez.