Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kristin Kontilis conducted an unannounced required Annual Inspection to the above-named facility. LPA arrived at 1:20 PM and was greeted by Staff 1 (S1). Co-Administrators Jennifer Goddard and Nick Pappageorge arrived at approximately 1:55 pm. At the time of arrival, there were 6 clients in care and 1 staff on duty.

LPA explained the purpose of the visit. The facility is a one-story home licensed as an Adult Residential Facility (ARF) for adults with a mental illness diagnosis and contracted with Santa Barbara County Behavioral Wellness Program. LPA toured facility with Staff 1.

A tour of the physical environment and accommodations were assessed, and the following was noted: LPA observed the required posting of the complaint poster, bill of rights and Resident’s Rights. LPA inspected the facility for fire safety, personal accommodations, and food service. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on 8/11/2023.

The physical environment was checked for cleanliness and condition. Walls, windows, ceilings, doors, floors and floor coverings were checked. The facility was seen to be in good repair inside and outside. The carbon monoxide alarm and smoke alarms are in good working order.

Medications, First aid kit, and additional first aid supplies are kept in a locked office in a locked centrally stored cabinet. Medications are given as per Physician’s directions. First aid kit was observed to be complete.

Residents participate at will in activities such as but not limited to activities with the mental wellness center (meditation groups, journaling, computer skills, life enrichment skills, community meetings, special celebrations, and off-site training at the mental wellness center). Residents also participate independently in arts and crafts, excursions to the local eateries, entertainment places, walks, and places of worship. Each resident has an assigned cooking day which includes preparing main meals for all residents and staff. Independently residents prepare their breakfast and lunch. Residents are assigned a weekly chore on a rotation basis. Each resident has an assigned laundry day for their individual laundry needs.