Facility Evaluation Report

On 10/09/23, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michelle Echeverria arrived unannounced to conduct the required annual visit to the facility. LPA met with Staff, Brianna Casteel introduced self and stated purpose of the visit.

The facility has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, kitchen, dining, living room, laundry room, play room, attached garage, and backyard with swimming pool and 2 sheds. The facility is vendorized by Inland Regional Center. LPA completed a walk through of the facility, review of records, and P&I audit.

Physical Plant: The facility is operating in the capacity approved by Community Care Licensing (CCL). There are no obstructions to indoor and outdoor passageways. The facility is maintained at a comfortable temperature of 71 degrees fahrenheit. LPA inspected client bedrooms; they are equipped with required furniture such as: mattresses, night stands, storage space, chairs and sufficient lighting. LPA inspected client bathrooms; bathrooms were clean and appliances were found functional. Water temperatures tested at 106.5 degrees fahrenheit. The facility is equipped with operational smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarm, charged fire extinguisher, and first aid kit. Posters such as; the personal rights, house rules and emergency disaster plan were posted in a common area. LPA observed that the Emergency Disaster Plan is outdated and not reviewed since 10/03/20. Deficiency issued. LPA observed that cleaning supplies, toxins, and medications were kept locked and inaccessible to clients. Clients/Staff files and P&I were observed locked and made inaccessible. The facility had emergency kits and emergency water. LPA observed a telephone, yet no active land line. Deficiency issued. There are no firearms, ammunition or bodies of water.

Yards/Outside: LPA observed one shaded patio, locked and inaccessible swimming pool, 2 storage sheds and a side gate with self-latching handle on the right side of the house that leads into the backyard. All outdoor pathways were free of obstructions.