Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michelle Echeverria arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a required Annual visit. LPA was greeted by Administrator, Kinderya Bailey. LPA toured the facility inside and outside with the Administrator. LPA observed that there is currently (1) client admitted to the facility.

The facility has 5 bedrooms (4 clients, 1 staff), 2 bathrooms (1 clients, 1 staff), a kitchen, 2 dining areas, living room, family room, attached garage, and backyard. The facility is a specialized home vendorized by Inland Regional Center. LPA conducted a general overall inspection, which included, but was not limited to the following:

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 70 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA inspected clients bedrooms; they are equipped with required furniture such as: mattresses, night stands, storage space, chairs and sufficient lighting. An adequate supply of linens stored in a cabinet in the main hallway of the residence. LPA inspected clients bathroom; bathroom was clean and appliances were operating appropriately. LPA tested the water temperature in the bathroom faucet, which tested within regulation at 116 degrees Fahrenheit. The facility is equipped with operating fire extinguisher, smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms. LPA observed that the house phone did not have an active tone. Deficiency issued. Administrator stated that the internet provider was recently changed and was not aware that the phone was not working. Posters such as; the personal rights, the CCL complaint poster, and disaster plans were posted in a common area. Cleaning supplies, toxins, sharps, and other dangerous items were kept locked. There was a designated locked storage space for client/staff files, first aid kit and medication. The facility had emergency supplies for the clients. There are no pools, bodies of water, firearms or ammunition. Overall, the facility is clean, in good repair, and operating in safe conditions for clients in care.