Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tiffany Holmes conducted an announced Pre-Licensing visit. LPA was met by Applicant, Margaux Merziotis, Licensee & Arlene Doulopoulos, Staff , and granted entry into the facility. The purpose of today’s visit is to inspect the facility to ensure that the facility is in compliance with California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6. The fire inspection was completed on 05/03/2024 and the facility was approved for 22 ambulatory clients.

During today's visit, LPA, accompanied by Margaux Merziotis, Applicant & Arlene Doulopoulos, Staff toured the facility inside and outside and inspected every room. The facility was found to be in decent repair with no pathway obstructions. Clients' bedrooms were observed to be clean and contained required furnishings. Toilets were found to be in working order except for in building one, there are two bathrooms for client use with one not working at this time (it is being worked on). Facility temperature was normal during the visit. Hot water temperature in client bathrooms were measured. Hazardous and/or toxic chemicals were stored and secured in locked areas that are inaccessible to clients. There were locked cabinets for storage of medications in the office area. Client and staff records will be stored confidentially in the office area as well. There was a first aid kit present in the facility. Activities and sufficient space in which to conduct activities were present. Fire extinguishers were observed in the facility. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were present and were recently inspected by the local fire authority. No pools or bodies of water were observed near or on the premises. According to the applicant, no firearms and/or ammunition were present or will be stored in the facility. Perishable and non-perishable food items were present and appropriately stored in the facility. Postings were observed in a visible area of the facility. LPA conducted Component III with the applicants. The topics discussed were continuing operation requirements, record keeping/reporting, and physical plant compliance.

Pre-Licensing is complete, and no deficiencies were observed during the visit. It is recommended that this facility be licensed pending final review and approval. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was provided to Applicant Margaux Merziotis & Arlene Doulopoulos, Staff at the end of visit.