Facility Evaluation Report

On 03/04/24, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Talwinder Bains arrived unannounced to conduct a required annual inspection. LPA met with administrator, Ida Redhair and explained purpose of inspection. The facility is an ARF that is vendorized through Alta California Regional Center. There are (4) clients who reside at the home. 3 clients were at day program and 1 were present during today's visit.

LPA and Administrator toured the interior and exterior of the facility including the common areas, client bedrooms, client bathrooms, kitchen, laundry area/garage. LPA observed the home to be clean, safe and in good repair and to not pose a health and safety risk or personal rights violation. LPA observed various Covid posters throughout as well as other required postings, including House Rules and personal rights. Inside temperature was observed to be 74* F. Fire extinguisher last serviced 04/28/23. Facility conducts monthly fire and disaster drills, at different hours of the day. The facility has a large back yard area with seating. There are no pools/ponds. LPA observed locked toxins in the laundry area and locked medications in a separate cabinet. LPA observed sufficient 2+day perishable/7+day non-perishable food and sufficient PPE on hand. LPA observed paper towels, soap, sanitizer, trash cans and hand-washing posters in the bathroom. Water temperature measured 120* in the kitchen. Smoke/monoxide alarms were in working order. Games/activities observed on site.

LPA reviewed (2) client files and (2) staff files and found the required documentation on file, including staff training. LPA reviewed P&I funds and medications for (2) clients and found no errors.

LPA requested a copy of the LIC500, LIC610E and current liability insurance to be sent to the Department by 03/25/24.

No deficiencies were observed or cited today per Title 22, CCR Regulations.

Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report was printed and given to Administrator.