Facility Evaluation Report

On 07/31/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Debbie Palacios made an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct a required annual inspection. LPA was greeted and granted entry by Caregiver Erica Patterson who was informed of the purpose of the visit. At the time of the visit, LPA was notified that one (1) client was present at the facility. The facility has a fire clearance for four (4) ambulatory clients only and serves adults ages 18 through 59.

LPA toured the facility and reviewed client records. During the tour, LPA observed the facility is made up of a two (2) story home with four (4) client bedrooms, three (3) bathrooms, a living room, dining room, laundry room, backyard and attached garage. All client bedrooms had the required furniture and lighting. LPA toured the facility's exterior and observed outdoor pathways were free of obstructions. Outdoor shaded seating area is available for the clients in care. LPA observed a hallway cabinet filled with clean towels, blankets, and linen, available for the clients. LPA toured the kitchen and observed the facility has a 2-day supply of perishable foods and more than a 7-day supply of non-perishable foods, which are stored in a safe and healthful manner. LPA observed knives and sharp instruments secured in locked hallway closet. Cleaning solutions and disinfectants are secured in a locked laundry room cabinet. Caregiver tested one (1) of the smoke alarms/carbon monoxide detectors and LPA observed it to be operational. LPA also observed two (2) charged fire extinguishers mounted throughout the facility last served on 03/28/25. Medications are secured in a locked cabinet stored in the hallway closet near the laundry room.