Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Victoria Chitgian made an unannounced visit to conduct an annual inspection focused on infection control. LPA was greeted and granted entry by Direct Support Person (DSP) Jasmine Gonzalez and explained the purpose of the visit. At the time of visit there was one (1) staff and one (1) client present.

LPA toured the facility and made observations regarding the infection control measures that the facility has implemented. The entrance of the facility has a check in process for staff and visitors that includes a temperature and symptom check. LPA observed postings for handwashing and proper cough etiquette throughout. The facility has an adequate amount of hand hygiene supplies (soap, hand sanitizer and paper towels). LPA observed a thirty (30) day supply of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which includes gloves, gowns, surgical masks, N95 masks, and hand sanitizer. PPE was stored in the front lobby and more stored in a back garage.

The facility has a plan in place which follows Community Care Licensing Division guidelines for COVID-19 testing, isolating and caring for clients with COVID-19 positive results and/or exposures. The facility has a designated infection control lead person who has been tasked with tracking all COVID-19 cases, suspected cases, ensuring PPE supplies are maintained, cleaning and disinfection provisions are in adequate quantities, and that staff are trained in the proper use and disposal of PPE.

LPA toured the facilities interior and exterior and there were no health and safety concerns.

Based on the observations made during today’s visit, no deficiencies were cited per Title 22, Division 6, of the California Code of Regulations.

An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report (LIC809) was provided to DSP Jasmine Gonzalez.