Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Angelica Boyles conducted an unannounced Required Annual Inspection. The facility file was reviewed prior to the visit. LPA was welcomed by, identified herself to, and discussed the purpose of the visit with Caregiver Armon Worrell. Administrators Rami Brikho and Serena Harrison later joined the visit.

The facility’s license is approved to serve six (6) ambulatory developmentally disabled clients, of which four (4) may be non-ambulatory in bedrooms 1, 2, 5, and 6. This facility does not feature a secured perimeter or delayed egress doors.

LPA, accompanied by Caregiver Armon Worrell, toured the interior and exterior of the facility, and inspected each room. The facility was clean, sanitary, and in good repair. Pathways were free of obstruction and slip hazards. Client bedrooms contained the required furnishings. Doors, windows and screens, toilets, and showers were in working order. Extra linens and hygiene supplies were present. The facility had sufficient space and equipment to facilitate dining, laundry, visitation, meetings, and client activities. The facility’s ambient internal temperature was comfortable and compliant. Hot water temperature at taps accessible to clients were measured within compliant range.

There was at least 2 days of perishable food, and at least 7 days non-perishable food present, all safely stored. Cooking/dining equipment and utensils were present. There were no toxic chemicals/poisons, fireplaces, or open-faced heaters accessible to clients. Medications were labeled, as required, and stored in locked areas.