Facility Evaluation Report

On 3/14/25 at 9:00 A.M. Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Cynthia Tamayo and Kevin Gould arrived at BRIGHTER HOPE GROUP HOME FOR ADULT for the purpose of conducting a change of facility type pre-licensing inspection. LPAs met with Administrator Irene Ogbeiwe and together conducted a tour of the home. There are currently two resident in care.

LPA and Administrator evaluated the physical plant to ensure the health and safety of the residents in care. Areas inspected are including but not limited to the kitchen, resident bedrooms; resident bathrooms, living and dining room and outdoor areas. LPA observed the facility to be free of odor, clean and in good repair. LPA observed that all rooms are equipped with the required furniture and sufficient lighting throughout the facility.

LPA measured the water temperature, temperature measured at 119 degrees F which meets the 105-120 degree Fahrenheit regulation. LPA observed sufficient seven day non-perishable and two day perishable food supplies. Fire extinguishers and smoke detectors are current and in compliance with fire safety. LPA notes the facility had the required carbon monoxide detectors. First aid kit was checked and is complete. LPA observed centrally stored medications secure from residents.

Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22 there were no deficiencies observed or cited during today's inspection. The licensee has met all requirements to be licensed. The department will coordinate with Alta Regional center to ensure the vendorization and the new facility license are issued on the same date to ensure no disruption of services or payments for clients/licensee.

An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was left at the facility.