Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Becky Mann and Sarina Ramirez conducted an unannounced required 1-year visit to the facility. LPAs met with Alexandria Austin Administrator and discussed the purpose of the visit. The facility is an Adult Residential Facility, license capacity of 6 with a current census of 1 client. The facility is a three (3) bedroom, one (1) staff room and two and half (2 ½) bathroom, with a kitchen/dining area, living room, and attached garage. LPAs conducted an overall inspection of the facility, which included, but was not limited to the following:

LPAs inspected the facility inside and out. Indoor and outdoor passageways are kept free of obstruction. Facility has no bodies of water. Facility backyard is fenced with self-latching gate. Facility has sufficient space for client indoor and outdoor activities. The facility has sufficient lighting and is maintained at a comfortable temperature.

LPAs inspected the kitchen. Facility has sufficient non-perishable and perishable food for number of clients in care. Facility food is stored in a safe and healthful manner. Facility has sufficient cups, plates, and utensils for client use. Sharps, disinfectants, and chemicals are kept locked and inaccessible to clients in care.

LPAs inspected client bedrooms. Bedrooms are equipped with beds, mattresses, bed linens, night stands, chairs, storage space, and sufficient lighting.

LPAs inspected client bathrooms. Bathroom equipment is operating in safe and sanitary conditions. Hot water temperatures tested between 106 and 112 degrees Fahrenheit.

The facility is equipped with operating carbon monoxide and smoke alarms. Facility has posted in a common area the facility sketch and personal rights. Facility has sufficient supply of linen, towels, and hygiene products for clients in care.