Facility Evaluation Report

On 08/09/2024 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Javina George made an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct an annual inspection/1 year required visit. LPA met with House Manager Juan Arguello, and explained the purpose of the visit. At the time of the visit there was 2 staff and 1 Client present. The facility is licensed to serve (4) developmentally disabled adults, 2 of which may be non ambulatory and in bedroom in #1.

The home is a single story structure consisting of 5 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, kitchen garage, backyard, dining area and family room. There are no pools or bodies of water on the premises. The hot water temperature was tested and measured at 110.8 degrees Fahrenheit. The facility was observed to be clean and clutter free. The facility was observed to have the required postings such as personal rights, CCL complaint poster, and license. The food supply was adequate as the facility was observed to have a 2 day supply of perishable and a 7 day supply of non perishable food items.

The medications and sharp objects in the locked cabinet located inside the kitchen, The Client bedrooms were observed to have the required furniture, and linens. The facility has a fully charged fire extinguisher, and the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and were found to be operable. The facility conducts emergency disaster drills on a monthly basis, the last drill was conducted on 07/10/24.

A records review was conducted on both staff and client files, each file reviewed (4) clients were observed to have a medical assessment, IPP, and appraisals. Staff records reviewed (4) were observed to have current CPR certification, with all staff having obtained proper fingerprint clearance and to be associated to the facility. The Administrator on record Dara Crow has a valid administrator certificate. All client's personal and Incidental funds were reviewed and were accounted for and balanced.

The facility has an ample supply of personal protective equipment. There are no known guns or ammunition. LPA conducted a file review and as of 08/01/24 the annual licensing fees have not been paid. During today's visit LPA followed up regarding the fees, and LPA was informed that the payment was submitted yesterday 08/08/24. Based on today's inspection no deficiencies were observed. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was provided to House Manager Juan Arguello.