Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Debbie Palacios made an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct a required annual inspection. LPA met with House Manager Cristhian Rodriguez who was informed of the purpose of the visit. The facility has a fire clearance for four (4) ambulatory and one (1) non-ambulatory clients and serves adults ages 18 through 59 years of age. Staff present have a criminal record clearance and are associated with the facility. At the time of the visit, LPA was informed that there were no clients present at the time; clients were assisting the day program.

LPA toured the facility and reviewed records. During the tour, LPA observed the facility is made up of a one-story home with four (4) client bedrooms and two (2) bathrooms, a living room, dining room, kitchen, backyard and attached garage. All client bedrooms had the required furniture, lighting, and closet storage. LPA toured the facility's exterior and observed outdoor pathways were free of obstructions. LPA toured the kitchen and observed the facility has a two-day supply and perishable foods and more than a seven-day supply of non-perishable foods that were observed to be properly stored and readily available. Knives and sharp instruments were secured in a locked cabinet in the garage. LPA reviewed client and staff records. Client files reviewed had updated Individual Program Plans and signed admission agreement. Staff files reviewed had the Department's required training records and valid first aid/CPR certification. LPA reviewed the facility's Fire Drill logs and noted the facility's last fire drill was conducted on 07/13/25 . LPA reviewed the physical medications stored in a locked cabinet in the kitchen. LPA also observed the facility has a storage cabinet in the garage filled with additional cleaning solutions, disinfectants, and laundry detergents. LPA also observed additional clean towels, blankets, and linens for the clients stored in the hallway closet. During today's visit, LPA did not observe any issues or concerns. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was reviewed and provided to Cristhian Rodriguez.