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 Licensee Representative, Ogonna Onyemata ; she was notified of the purpose for the visit.

PHYSICAL PLANT: The Licensee is operating the facility within the conditions and limitations specified on the license. Clients appear to be protected against immediate hazards. No pool or body of water was observed on the property. According to the Licensee Representative, 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. No bedrooms were found to be used as a public or general walkway. Toilets, hand washing and bathing facilities were kept safe, sanitary, and in operating condition. The smoke and carbon monoxide alarms were tested and found to be operable. At time of visit the home was observed to be free of lies and other insects. The interior and exterior areas of the home were observed to be very clean and safe.

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 and well organized.

RECORD REVIEW: Staff files had required First Aid and CPR training. According to Licensee Representative, there are no clients in care who have a Restricted or Prohibited Health Condition. Staff present had the required criminal record clearances. Admission Agreements, Individual Program Plans (IPPs), Appraisal Needs and Service Plans, Written Functional Capabilities Assessments and Medical Assessments (Physician's Reports) were observed on file for each client in care. IPPs and Appraisal Needs and Service Plans for all clients were up to date. Written certification stating there were no objections to the placement by