Facility Evaluation Report

On 4/6/23 at approximately 10am Licensing Program (LPA) Analyst Maja Jensen arrived at facility unannounced to conduct a required 1 year annual visit. LPA Jensen met with Executive Director Joe Jacquez and explained the purpose of today's visit.

LPA Jensen toured the grounds and interior of the facility. All exterior paths were observed to be clear of obstruction. The facility was observed to be sanitary and free of odor. The facility consists of offices, classrooms, bathrooms, changing rooms and various storage areas. The fire extinguisher was last serviced in December of 2022 and is in compliance. The last fire drill was completed in January of 2022. The first aid kit was complete with scissors, tweezers, thermometer, various wound dressings and manual. The facility has emergency lighting and an adequate supply of PPE. The Emergency disaster plan was reviewed and is in compliance. The Emergency disaster plan was last updated in February of 2023. The thermostats were set at 68-70 degrees and are within the required range of 68-85 degrees Fahrenheit. The facility has laundry room on site. All appliances were observed to be in good working order. During the course of the visit LPA Jensen interacted with several clients who were engaged in a variety of activities. All residents were observed to have their needs met and were actively pursuing their interests. LPA Jensen observed three separate classroom/kitchen areas that had cleaning supplies or chemicals that were not locked and accessible to clients. The accessible products included dishwashing pods, disinfectants and bleach, photos were taken. All medications were observed to be locked and inaccessible to clients. All knives were observed to be locked and inaccessible to clients. The inspection tool was used during the course of this visit. 5 Resident files were reviewed and 5 staff files were reviewed and in compliance.

Deficiencies are being cited from California Code of Regulations (CCR) and Health and Safety Code (HSC). Failure to correct deficiencies may result in the assessment of civil penalties. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report and appeal rights were given.