Facility Evaluation Report
On 8/4/26, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kyle Wellington arrived unannounced to conduct an annual inspection. LPA was greeted and granted entry by Caregiver, David Valenzuela, who was informed of the purpose of the visit. LPA met with House Manager (HM), Arlene Valenzuela, who arrived shortly thereafter and was also informed of the purpose of the visit. LPA received a client roster and staff roster from HM. The census at the facility is six (6) clients. LPA toured the inside and outside of the facility with HM. LPA conducted an observation and record review for the inspection.
Facility Overview: Facility is a one story house with six (6) client bedrooms, two (2) client bathrooms, staff room, staff bathroom, kitchen, dining room, living room, and attached garage. There are no pools, bodies of water or firearms at the facility. Facility has a fire clearance for six (6) ambulatory adults.
Infection Control: LPA observed soap dispensers throughout the facility. Cleaning equipment and cleaning supplies were kept in a locked cabinet in the locked garage and available for regular facility maintenance. LPA reviewed the facility’s infection control plan which met the department’s requirements.
Physical Plant: LPA observed the inside and outside of the facility to be clean, safe and well kept. The floors, windows and doors were clean and well maintained. The living room and dining room furniture was in good repair. Clients' bedrooms were neat, organized and contained the required bedding, lighting and furniture. Clients' bathrooms were clean, tidy and had paper towels, soap, grab bars and non-slip mats in the showers. Extra linen and towels were kept in closets in the hall. Halls had night lights and were free of obstructions. Laundry equipment appeared to be in good working condition. Laundry supplies were kept in the locked garage. One (1) fire extinguisher was charged and last tested on 3/30/26. LPA tested three (3) of the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and found them to be individual and operational. The backyard
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