Facility Evaluation Report

On 8/31/23 at 10:05 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Chavez conducted an unannounced Annual/Required visit to the facility listed above. LPA met with Julia Hawke, Licensee, and explained the purpose of the visit. Also in attendance was Miguel Magana, Quality Assurance Specialist, Tri-Counties Regional Center.

LPA toured the facility with the licensee and quality assurance specialist. There was one client in the facility during the visit. Licensee states the remaining clients are at day program. The facility is maintained in conformity with state fire marshal regulations. The smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detector were tested and functioning properly. The fire extinguisher was located in the locked laundry room. The extinguisher was fully charged, however, the most recent inspection was on 11/30/21. Licensee will get a new inspection or new fire extinguisher and send LPA a copy of the new inspection tag or receipt by 9/7/23. There are no pools. There was a water fountain outside the facility, however, there was no water in the fountain. There are no firearms or dangerous weapons stored. Hot water temperatures were recorded in the kitchen and resident bathrooms. Temperatures registered between 114.2 F and 114.9 F degrees. All toilets and hand washing facilities are maintained in a safe, sanitary, operating condition. The facility is clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair for the safety and well-being of clients, employees, and visitors. Two exceptions are that the screen on the sliding glass door has three tears in it, approximately 4 inches long. Licensee will repair or replace the screen and send photos to LPA by 9/7/23. The other exception is that the oven has food splatters and needs cleaning. Licensee will clean and send photo to LPA by 9/7/23. Each client is accorded safe, healthful, and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment to meet his/her needs. There is a minimum 2-day supply of perishables and 7-day supply of nonperishable foods. Food is stored and prepared in a safe and healthful manner. Disinfectants and cleaning solutions are inaccessible to clients. However, there is a shed on the property that is unlocked containing tools and toxins. The shed is accessible to clients. Deficiency cited.