Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Stephanie Martinez, made an unannounced visit to the facility for the purpose of conducting a required annual inspection. The LPA was greeted and allowed to enter the facility to conduct the inspection. On today’s visit the LPA met with Administrator, Nicole Lara; she was notified of the purpose for the visit.

PHYSICAL PLANT: The LPA inspected the interior and exterior areas of the facility. The LPA observed a black and pink substance to be lining the top of the shower tile and wall in the hall bathroom. LPA observed an empty soda bottle and a bread bag clip on the floor of the kitchen pantry. LPA observed dust on one to two kitchen cabinets, ceiling vents (3), the fire place cover, the wall above the fire place, and the curtain in the master bathroom. The LPA observed the walls and base boards in the living room, hallway and kitchen to have smudges and splatter of an unknown substance. A citation will be issued. The outdoor and indoor passageways were kept free of obstruction. No pool or body of water was observed on the property. According to the Administrator, there are no weapons kept in the home. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and poisons were inaccessible to clients in care. A comfortable temperature was being maintained in the home. There was sufficient lighting in all rooms to ensure the comfort and safety of clients. Toilets, hand washing and bathing facilities were kept safe and in operating condition. Additional equipment for physically handicapped clients is available. The smoke and carbon monoxide alarms were tested and found to be operable.

FOOD SERVICE: There was a variety of food which appeared to be selected and stored in a safe and healthful manner. Food supply of nonperishable and perishable foods was sufficient. The kitchen was observed to be clean.

RECORD REVIEW: Staff and client files were reviewed. First Aid/CPR training was observed on file for staff responsible for direct care. According to Administrator Lara, there are no clients in care with any restricted or prohibited health conditions. Staff present had the required criminal record clearances. An Individual Program Plan (IPP) and Medical Assessment (Physician's Report) was on file for client in care.