Facility Evaluation Report, 04/28/2023 — Cole Vocational Services Big Bear, Big Bear Lake CA

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Paola Guerrero made an unannounced visit to the facility. The purpose of the visit was to conduct a required comprehensive annual inspection LPA met with Facility Administrator Sheila Norris and was granted entry to the facility. At the time of the visit there was two (2) staff present, and no clients were attending Day Program at the time of the visit. The facility is Day Program with one (1) isolation room tree (3), restrooms, with kitchen, and six (6) activity rooms for clients. The facility is an Adult Day Program (ADP) level 2 designated program vendorized by Inland Regional Center. Licensed capacity is (45) current census (21). LPA was accompanied by Facility Administrator Sheila Norris to conduct a general overall inspection, which included, but was not limited to, the following:

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. LPA inspected client activity rooms; they are equipped with required furniture and activity supplies for clients; bathrooms were clean, and appliances were operating appropriately. LPA observed sufficient furniture and lighting throughout the facility. The hot water temperature tested within regulation at 110.11 degrees F. The facility is equipped with operating smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms. Posters such as personal rights, the CCL complaint poster, and the disaster plan were posted in a common area. Cleaning supplies, toxins, sharps, and other dangerous items were kept inaccessible to clients in care. There was a designated storage space for client/staff files. Overall, the facility is clean, in good repair, and operating in safe conditions for clients.

Food Service: Non-perishable and perishable food supply is sufficient for number of clients in care. Facility has a variety of food available for clients. Dishes, cups, and utensils were also stored properly.