Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michelle Echeverria arrived unannounced to conduct the required annual visit to the facility. LPA met with Staff, Bria Sheriff and introduced self and stated purpose of the visit. LPA was informed that there are currently 3 residents in care who are in the facility and 1 resident in rehabilitation.

The facility has (5) resident bedrooms, (3) resident bathrooms, living room, dining area, kitchen, pantry, laundry room, backyard, attached garage and side casita with bedroom and bathroom for staff. LPA completed a walk through of facility, review of records and medication audit.

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 of 74 degrees fahrenheit. LPA inspected resident bedrooms; they are equipped with required furniture such as: mattresses, night stands, storage space, chairs and sufficient lighting. LPA inspected resident bathrooms; bathrooms were clean and appliances were found functional. Water temperatures tested at 107 degrees fahrenheit. The facility is equipped with operational smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, fire extinguisher and first aid kit. Posters such as; the personal rights, ombudsman and emergency disaster plans were posted in a common area. There was a designated storage space for resident/staff files. Medications, sharps and chemicals were observed secured and inaccessible to residents. There are no guns, ammunition, swimming pool or bodies of water in the facility. Overall, the facility is clean, in good repair, and operating in safe conditions for residents in care.

Food Service : Non-perishable and perishable food supply is sufficient for number of residents in care. Dishes, cups, and utensils were also stored properly.