Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Victoria Chitgian arrived unannounced to conduct a visit to the facility for a required annual inspection. Facility is an Adult Residential Facility licensed for six (6) ambulatory status. LPA met with Licensee, Marilyn Delgado at the facility.

LPA conducted a walk-through the facility's interior and exterior. The facility has a charged fire extinguisher, operating fire alarm systems, and carbon monoxide detectors. Outdoor and indoor passageways were kept free of obstruction. LPA toured the kitchen. Food was stored in a safe and healthful manner. The facility had a two (2) day supply of perishable food items and seven (7) day supply of nonperishable food items. The facility menu was available for review and included nutritious options. LPA toured the client bedrooms. The client bedrooms had functional lighting and required furniture. The facility had a supply of additional linen and extra hygiene items for the clients. The facility had a complete first aid kit available and the last disaster drill was conducted on 6/9/2023. Cleaning supplies were stored in the garage locked away. Centrally stored medications were kept in a safe and locked cabinet. Sharps were stored in a secured area. LPA toured the bathrooms and kitchen. Hot water temperature was measured in the bathrooms and was found within required limits at 112 degrees Fahrenheit. The outside of the facility had a shaded area with seating for client comfort. The facility does not have bodies of water.

LPA reviewed staff and client files. Staff files had the required documentation including a health screening report and first aid/CPR certification. Client files had the required documentation including an admission's agreement, updated physician's reports, and appraisal/needs & services plans with the exception of Client 1. LPA observed one clients’ placement agreement was missing 80068(a)(1) objection of admission. LPA issued a technical violation. LPA inspected client medications. Medications were dispensed appropriately according to the physician's orders. All required postings were visible in a common area, with the exception of a visitation policy. LPA issued a technical violation. Licensee has secured each consumer’s personal property and cash resources. Sufficient staff are employed and present in the facility to meet the needs of the consumers in care.