Facility Evaluation Report

On December 9, 2021, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) DeAnna Williams-Lyons arrived unannounced to conduct a case management visit regarding a incident that previously occurred. LPA met with Haley Parker, the Program Director and explained the purpose of the visit.

Prior to initiating the inspection LPA completed required COVID-19 testing protocols, and a daily self-screening questionnaire for symptoms of COVID-19 infection to affirm no COVID-19 related symptoms; and completed a facility risk assessment. LPA ensured she applied hand sanitizer before entering the facility and the following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) was worn: mask. Additionally, LPA was screened by the personnel upon arrival.

On November 15, 2021, one client started experiencing symptoms of a seizure. A fellow peer reported the client was experiencing an overdose on a substance. Nursing staff intervened with the client. Emergency Medical Serviced was notified and was dispatched to the facility. The EMS team administered Narcan upon arrival and assessed vital signs. The client was transported to the hospital for medical treatment and evaluation.

LPA asked the Program Director a few questions to get a better feel of what happened that day. Program Director explained the steps that was taken that day and their procedures for when an emergency incident occurs. Staff training and best practices were also discussed. Haley will send the admissions agreement and the program schedule.

At this time no citations are being issued.

An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was given to Haley.