Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michelle Echeverria arrived unannounced to conduct the required annual visit to the facility. LPA met with staff Tessa Robinson and introduced self and stated purpose of the visit. LPA was informed that 2 clients were in day program and 1 client home.

The facility has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 1 staff bedroom with private bathroom, kitchen, 2 dining areas, family room, living room, loft, laundry room, attached garage, and backyard. The facility is vendorized by Inland Regional Center. LPA completed a walk through of facility, review of records, medication and P&I audit.

Physical Plant: The facility is operating in the capacity approved by Community Care Licensing (CCL). There are no obstructions to indoor and outdoor passageways. The facility is maintained at a comfortable temperature of 76 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA inspected client bedrooms; they are equipped with required furniture such as: mattresses, night stands, storage space, chairs and sufficient lighting. LPA inspected client bathrooms; bathrooms were clean and appliances were found functional. Water temperatures tested at 110 degrees Fahrenheit. The facility is equipped with operational smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms and charged fire extinguisher. Posters such as; the personal rights, CCL complaint poster and disaster plans were posted in a common area. Cleaning supplies, toxins, sharps, and other dangerous items were kept in secure and inaccessible to clients. There was a designated storage space for client/staff files. Medications and first aid kit were observed secure and inaccessible to clients. The facility had emergency kits in the garage for clients in care. There is no swimming pool, bodies of water, firearms or ammunition in the facility. Overall, the facility is clean, in good repair, and operating in safe conditions for clients in care.

Food Service : Non-perishable and perishable food supply is sufficient for number of clients in care. Facility has a wide variety of food available. Dishes, cups, and utensils were also stored properly. Emergency food and water were also observed.