Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michelle Echeverria arrived unannounced to conduct the required annual visit to the facility. LPA met with Administrator, Lorida Martin and Staff/Consultant Cielita Ravelo and introduced self and stated purpose of the visit. LPA was informed that 3 clients are home, 1 in program and 2 with family.

The facility has 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, a kitchen, dining area, living room, family room, laundry room, attached garage, staff office, and backyard with 1 shed. LPA completed a walk through of facility, review of records, P&I 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 clients bedrooms; they are equipped with required furniture such as: mattresses, night stands, storage space, chairs and sufficient lighting. LPA inspected clients bathrooms; bathrooms were clean and appliances were found functional. Water temperatures tested at 111 degrees fahrenheit. The facility is equipped with operational smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, charged fire extinguisher and first aid kit. Posters such as; the personal rights, facility license and CCL complaint poster were posted in a common area. Cleaning supplies, toxins, sharps, and other dangerous items were kept locked and inaccessible to clients. There was a designated storage space for client/staff files. Medications was observed locked and inaccessible to clients. There are no firearms, ammunition, swimming pool or bodies of water in the facility. Overall, the facility is clean, in good repair, and operating in safe conditions for clients in care.

Food Service : Non-perishable and perishable food supply is sufficient. Facility has a wide variety of food available. Dishes, cups, and utensils were also stored properly.