Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Victoria Chitgian arrived unannounced to conduct a visit to the facility for a required annual inspection. Facility is an Adult Residential Facility licensed for four (4) ambulatory clients. LPA was greeted by Owens Rowen and met with the Administrator, Omorodion Owens at the facility.

LPA conducted a walk-through the facility's interior and exterior. The facility has a charged fire extinguisher, operating fire alarm systems, and carbon monoxide detectors. Outdoor and indoor passageways were kept free of obstruction. LPA toured the kitchen. Food was stored in a safe and healthful manner. The facility had a two (2) day supply of perishable food items and seven (7) day supply of nonperishable food items. The facility menu was available for review and included nutritious options. LPA toured the client bedrooms. The client bedrooms had the required furniture and functional lighting. The facility had a supply of additional linen and extra hygiene items for the clients. The facility had a complete first aid kit available and the last disaster drill was conducted on 3/4/2023. Cleaning supplies, medications, and sharps were kept locked and inaccessible to the clients. Cleaning supplies were stored in the garage locked away. Centrally stored medications were kept in a safe and locked cabinet. Sharps were stored in a secured area. LPA toured the bathrooms and kitchen. Hot water temperature was measured in the bathrooms and kitchen and was found within required limits at 106 degrees Fahrenheit.The outside of the facility had a shaded area with seating for client comfort. The facility does not have bodies of water.

LPA reviewed staff and client files. Staff files had the required documentation including a health screening report and first aid/CPR certification. Client files had the required documentation including an admission's agreement, updated physician's reports, and appraisal/needs & services plans. LPA inspected client medications. Medications were dispensed appropriately according to the physician's orders. Licensee has secured each consumer’s personal property and cash resources. Sufficient staff are employed and present in the facility to meet the needs of the consumers in care.

No deficiencies were issued during this visit. An exit interview was conducted where this report (LIC 809) was discussed and provided to the administrator Owens Omorodion at the end of the visit.