Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Maria (Mita) Partoza conducted an unannounced continuation of the annual required inspection and was greeted by staff Josephine Farinas, and stated the purposes of the visit. Administrator Eleanor Basa came at 11:36 a.m.

The facility is licensed to serve developmentally disabled adults 18 to 59 years old, 6 may be non-ambulatory. LPA observed no residents were present at the facility. 1 staff (S1) was present and stated that 4 out of 4 residents were attending the day program.

LPA toured the facility, including common areas, resident rooms, kitchen, bathrooms, driveway, and outdoor spaces and storage areas. Indoor temperature was within acceptable range of 70°F. The kitchen was sanitary and organized; knives and chemicals were locked. Food supply met requirements (2 days perishable, 7 days non-perishable). Kitchen water temperature measured at 109.9°F. Bathroom water temperature measured at 111.7°F.

Bathrooms had grab bars and non-skid mats; resident rooms had adequate storage. Medications were locked and inaccessible to residents; first aid kit was complete. Outdoor are were free of hazards; however, the brick walkway going towards the open deck was uneven. ADM stated that ramps, and pavements are being addressed and he/she is in communication with vendors and contractors.

The laundry appliances were functional, and cleaning supplies were secured. Fire, smoke, and carbon monoxide systems were operational; hallways were clear and well-lit.