Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Anna Bueno conducted an unannounced visit to the facility for a required annual inspection, with an emphasis on infection control. LPA met with Program Director Lucy Yamas Cortez. This facility is currently providing remote and in house services.

During the inspection, LPA and Program Director conducted a brief tour of the facility and made observations pertaining to the facility's infection control measures. LPA observed that the facility had several COVID-19 related postings throughout the facility. The facility was also equipped with sufficient hand hygiene supplies, sufficient cleaning and disinfecting provisions, and a 30+ day supply of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). LPA observed all staff members were properly fitted with face coverings. Program Director verified that client receiving service in house are subject screening upon entry.

This facility has a plan in place which follows Community Care Licensing Division guidelines for COVID-19 testing, isolating/quarantining clients, and properly caring for clients with COVID-19 positive results and/or exposures. The facility also has a plan in place to monitor clients regularly for any changes in condition and to subsequently notify the responsible parties and medical personnel in the event the client presents with any COVID-19 symptoms.

LPA Bueno observed no health and safety concerns at the time of visit. Based on observations made during today’s inspection, no deficiencies were cited per Title 22, Division 6, of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted where a copy of this report was discussed and provided to Director Lucy Yamas Cortez at the conclusion of the inspection.