Facility Evaluation Report

On 11/30/2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Chinwe Nwogene arrived unannounced at the facility to conduct an annual inspection. LPA Nwogene was greeted and granted entry by Caregiver, Hilda Herrera who was informed of the purpose of the visit. LPA also met with Program Director, Pedro Zambrano and also spoke to Administrator, Valerie Fleming via telephone call. At the time of visit there was two #2 staff and eleven #11 residents present. LPA was informed that one resident went home with parents. LPA toured the facility inside and out with Hilda Herrera.

Kitchen: LPA toured the kitchen and observed kitchen to be clean. Food is stored in a safe and healthful manner. Utensils and dishware are sufficient for the census. The refrigerator and stove are in working order. Sharps are stored in a locked kitchen drawer, available only to authorized individuals. Trash cans has tight-fitting lid. Dishwasher is used to clean and sanitize dishes. Fridge, freezer and all need appliances were present and shown to be in working condition and clean.

Dining and Livingroom; LPA toured the dinning and Livingroom area. LPA observed area to be clean and furnitures in good condition. Temperature was 74 degrees Fahrenheit.

Hallway: LPA toured the hallway and observed hallway to be clean with no pathway obstruction. LPA inspected the fire extinguisher and found it to be in compliance and record to be up to date. Carbon monoxide was tested and functioning properly. Smoke detectors were last tested on 8/11/2022 by Riverside County Fire Department. LPA observed additional linens and hygiene items.

Medication: Medications were labeled and stored in separate bins inside of a locked mediaction cabinet and are distributed according to physician orders. The first aid kit was complete.