Facility Evaluation Report

On 8/20/24, at 1:20pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Arvin Villanueva arrived unannounced at this facility to conduct their post-licensing visit. LPA met with Roberto Gellegani and explained the purpose of the visit. During this visit, there were 1 client in care with 2 staff on duty; 1 client in care was out in the community.

At 1:45pm, LPA and Administrator inspected the physical plant of the facility. The facility is a one-story home located in a residential neighborhood. Front yard and backyard were observed to be clean and free of obstruction. LPA observed a covered patio at the back with outdoor furniture for clients use. The facility does not have bodies of water at this time. Side fence and gate were in good repair. Back fence is in need of repair soon as evidenced by part of the fence is slightly leaning. Per Administrator, they are negotiating with neighbor for the repair. LPA consulted Administrator that is it the Licensee's responsibility for the repair even if neighbor does not want to cooperate.

Four client bedrooms were inspected and observed to be clean and large enough space to accommodate client belongings. Two bathrooms were inspected and observed to be clean and in good repair. The kitchen was inspected and observed to be sanitized and in good repair. During the inspection of the kitchen, LPA observed 2 resident PM medications (bubble packed) inside one of the kitchen cabinet. Administrator immediately placed the medications inside a locked drawer where other medications were kept locked and inaccessible to clients. Food supplies were stored properly. Facility maintains an adequate amount of food supply with 2-day perishables and 7-day nonperishables. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide monitor were observed and tested and were found to be operable during this visit. Sharps, toxins and medications were observed to be locked and inaccessible to clients. Facility was observed to have adequate supply of linens for clients. Fire extinguisher was observed at the dining area and last serviced on 6/20/24. Room temperature was at 68*F and hot water temperature was at 123*F in one bathrooms. Through interview, the hot water heater was recently replaced on 7/24/24 and still trying to adjust the temperature. Fireplace was observed to be screened. Through interview, fireplace is not being used.