Facility Evaluation Report

On 2/28/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Janette Romero conducted an unannounced annual required visit to the facility. LPA knocked on the front door and did not receive a response. LPA contacted Licensee, Justina Thomas over the phone and explained the purpose of the visit. Licensee stated they were not available to meet LPA at the facility, but would have a family member meet LPA at the facility to grant the Department entry and allow LPA to conduct the annual inspection. Licensee informed LPA that the facility is pending client placement at the facility.

LPA conducted a tour of the facility's interior and exterior and did not observe any signs to suggest the home is currently occupied. The facility has a fire clearance to care for four (4) non-ambulatory clients and serves adults ages 18 through 59. During the tour, LPA observed the facility is made up of a one-story home with four (4) bedrooms, two (2) bathrooms, family room, dining area, kitchen, and an attached garage.

The smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and found to be operational. The facility has charged fire extinguishers mounted throughout the home. LPA observed client bedrooms were each furnished with a bed, chair, closet, clothing storage and had functional lighting. Client bathrooms have a working toilet and wash basin. LPA observed additional clean towels, blankets, and linen, available in different colors for future client use. LPA observed a sufficient supply of dishes, glasses, utensils, pots, and pans for the facility's approved capacity.