Facility Evaluation Report

On 07/26/2023 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Brian Phillips arrived at the facility unannounced for a scheduled visit to conduct a required 1-Year Annual facility site inspection visit at Momentum Work Inc. Via Riviera. When the LPA arrived, they were greeted by Edward Maldonado, Administrator/Program Manager, Arturo Arrevalo, Direct Support Professional/Caregiver, and Lilia Gutierrez, Direct Support Professional/Caregiver and informed them of the reason for the visit. At the time of the inspection, the administrator was not present, but multiple staff members were available and assisting residents.

The LPA toured the physical plant areas inside and outside to ensure there are no health and safety hazards and facility is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. This is an Adult Residential Facility approved for 5 ambulatory residents.

KITCHEN: The LPA inspected the kitchen/food service area and observed that knives/sharp instruments are stored in the kitchen are inaccessible to residents. This consists of a locked drawer, demonstrated to the LPA, which was observed by the LPA. Kitchen appliances were in operable condition and looked clean/in good repair. The LPA observed perishable items in good condition, with proper expiration dates precluding the perishable items from expiring. The facility has a sufficient supply of perishable and non-perishable food. Additional perishable food items were maintained on a shelf and/or an extra freezer. The hot water temperature was measured in the kitchen at an appropriate temperature as per the regulation. The kitchen was clean and sanitary, with covered trashcans and operating ventilation systems. No toxic substances are stored in any food preparation or storage area, and all cleaning supplies for the kitchen are kept in a separate area than the food supplies. The freezer and refrigerator were both in the appropriate temperate Fahrenheit. There is enough tableware and utensils for all residents living in the facility, and enough equipment for the storage, preparation, and service of food.