Facility Evaluation Report

On Thursday, 8/17/2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Janette Romero conducted an announced visit to the pending facility to conduct a pre-licensing inspection. LPA met with Applicant Suzette Manalansan. Fire clearance has been granted for (4) clients and the facility will serve adults ages 18-59. Applicant Manalansan's administrator certificate expires on 10/6/2024.

LPA conducted of a tour of the facility’s interior and exterior. Facility is made up of four (4) client bedrooms and two (2) client bathrooms along with a kitchen, living/family room, and garage. LPA did not observe bodies of water. The physical plant was in good repair. A brick wall secured the entire backyard. Indoor and outdoor passageways are free of obstructions. LPA observed a charged fire extinguisher, and tested the smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors and found them to be operable. Facility has a working telephone. LPA observed a locked area for cleaning solutions, medications, and knives/sharp instruments.

Client bedrooms had the required bedding, furniture, closet storage and lighting. Additional linen and towels are available for clients. LPA toured the kitchen and observed kitchen area to be clean. Refrigerator and stove are operable. Facility had emergency food and water stored in the pantry. Client and staff files will be secured in a file cabinet near the hallway.