Facility Evaluation Report

On 06/12/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Brian Phillips arrived at the facility to conduct a required annual 1-year site inspection. The LPA met with Direct Support Staff members Cecilia Godinez, Brenda Lara, and Administrator Rea Bonner and explained the reason for the visit. The LPA toured the physical plant areas inside and outside to ensure there are no health and safety hazards and facility is compliant with Title 22 Regulations. This is an Adult Residential Facility with fire clearance for 4 ambulatory residents.

KITCHEN: The facility maintains a kitchen room/area within the interior of the facility. The LPA inspected the kitchen/food service area and observed that knives/sharp instruments are stored in a locked drawer inaccessible to clients. 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, which would last over a week (7 days) in both the kitchen and the storage area located in the garage of the facility. The hot water temperature was measured in the kitchen at an appropriate temperature as per the regulation between 105-120 degrees Fahrenheit. Items that could constitute a danger to clients are kept inaccessible to clients in the kitchen area. 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 the appropriate temperate Fahrenheit for the storage of food and prevention of spoiling. There is enough tableware and utensils for all clients living in the facility, and enough equipment for the storage, preparation, and service of food.

COMMON AREAS: At the time of the visit, the common areas of the facility were observed to be appropriately furnished, with all furniture in good condition. There is a fireplace in the dining room area of the facility, which is inaccessible to clients. There are also activities available for clients such as board games, puzzles, and reading materials located in the dining room area. Continued on 809-C