Facility Evaluation Report

On July 29, 2024 at approximately 12:45 PM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs), Farhaan Sarangi and Sarah Benson arrived unannounced at Merakey - Old 44 for the purpose of conducting a Case Management- Deficiencies Inspection. Upon arrival, LPAs was greeted at the door by Program Administrator, Ezekial Contreras, and was granted a ccess into the facility.

During this Case Management- Deficiencies inspection, LPA reviewed the Medication Administration Record (MAR) for the date of June 4, 2024 and June 5, 2024 and found that medication was given a day later then what the Physician Order stated (See LIC 809D). Also during today's Case Management-Other inspection, LPAs discussed Reporting Requirements as it relates to reporting incidents to the Community Care Licensing (CCL). Program Administrator understood the Reporting Requirements (See LIC 9102-Technical Advisory).

LPAs also discussed an incident report dated for July 29, 2024 and that the facility will follow-up with the appropriate parties and the Responsible Party. Administrator disclosed that additional resources are currently being provided to the client.

-Program Plan of Operation/Program Design-Emergency Intervention Plan

Deficiencies are cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 1 of California Regulation. Appeal rights given. Failure to correct the deficiency and/or repeat deficiencies within a 12-month period may result in civil penalties. Exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was signed and emailed to Program Administrator, Ezekial Contreras.