Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Magda Malcore conducted an announced pre-licensing visit to the facility. LPA met with Victor Chiumia, Administrator, and was granted entry into the facility. An initial application to operate an Adult Residential Facility (ARF) was submitted to the Central Applications Unit. A fire clearance was granted by the Fire Department - North Desert Office on 5/09/24 for a total capacity of five (5) clients, one of which is approved for non-ambulatory status. LPA observed the following:

Physical Plant (Indoor/Outdoor): Indoor and outdoor passageways were free of obstructions. No bodies of water were observed. The facility has sufficient lighting and is operating at a comfortable temperature. The facility has sufficient space for client activities. The facility has operating laundry equipment and carbon monoxide detectors. The facility's fireplace is screened. LPA observed the kitchen and food preparation areas are clean with an adequate number of cups, dishes, and utensils. Food storage cabinets are large enough for a seven (7) day supply of non-perishable foods. Refrigerators and freezers are maintained in operating in condition; there is enough storage for at least two (2) days of perishable foods. Sharps were kept in a locked in a drawer. The facility has a centralized locked cabinet which will be used for client records and medication. The facility has posted in a common area: client personal rights, emergency telephone numbers, and facility sketch.

The Administrator was informed that the facility is not ready for licensure as the following corrections are needed:

(1) Hot water temperature in the bathroom in clients bedroom measured 136 degrees F.

(2) Hot water temperature in the bathroom located in the hallway measured 143 degrees F.

(3) Night lights shall be maintained in hallways leading to client bathrooms.