Facility Evaluation Report

On 10/02/2025 at 9:00 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Renese Howell-Small conducted an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct the required comprehensive annual inspection. LPA was greeted by a staff and gained access to the home. Administrator, Eddie Bickham was at the facility and informed of the purpose of the visit.

The facility has four (4) bedrooms, three (3) bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, living room, attached garage, and backyard. The facility is vendorized by Inland Regional Center (IRC). LPA completed a walk through of the facility with staff Bridie Holmes, reviewed records, medications and Personal and Incidentals (P&I) audit.

Physical Plant: The facility is operating in the capacity approved by Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD). LPA observed two (2) clients during the visit and one (1) client out in the community. There are no obstructions to indoor and outdoor passageways. The facility is maintained at a comfortable temperature of 75 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA inspected client bedrooms; they are equipped with required furniture such as: mattresses, nightstands, storage space, chairs, and sufficient lighting. LPA inspected client bathrooms; bathrooms were clean, and appliances were found functional. Water temperatures tested at 110 degrees Fahrenheit. The facility is equipped with operational smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors and first aid kit with first aid book. LPA did not observe a serviced fire extinguisher.

Posters such as; the personal rights, CCLD complaint poster, labor laws, and emergency disaster plan were posted in a common area. Client medications were kept in secure cabinets inaccessible to clients. LPA observed night lights in the hallway leading to clients' shared bathrooms. The facility had emergency kits, emergency food and water. There are no firearms and ammunition in the facility.