Facility Evaluation Report
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Karina Canela arrived unannounced to conduct an Annual Required - 1 Year inspection and met with Giorjeous Garcia, Licensee and Administrator. The annual inspection is focused on the Infection Control procedures and practices of this Adult Residential Facility.
LPA conducted a walk-through of the facility with Licensee and observed COVID-19 precaution postings. A screening station was observed at front entrance of facility which had hand sanitizer, a thermometer, surgical masks, and a sign-in sheet for visitors and staff. LPA was screened for COVID-19 symptoms and temperature check. Visitors are screened for COVID-19 symptoms (including temperature check) upon arrival to the facility. LPA discussed with Licensee of indoor visitation requirement of verifying COVID-19 vaccination or a negative COVID test within 72 hours for non-essential visitors. The facility has designated visitation areas, provides virtual visits and phone calls for family to stay in contact with clients. Staff's temperatures are taken upon arrival to the facility. Client's temperatures are taken twice a day; LPA observed documentation. Staff clean and disinfect the facility once per shift (3 times daily). Licensee stated high touched surface areas are disinfected after each use, such as the bathroom and kitchen area.
LPA observed 4 clients in care. Staff have documented completion on the following training: infection prevention, symptoms, transmission and PPE use. N-95 respirator Fit testing (Cal/OSHA requirement) has been completed and LPA observed documentation. The facility has a supply of PPE including gloves, face shields/goggles, N-95 respirators, surgical masks and disposable gowns.
The facility has submitted a COVID-19 Mitigation Plan Report on Epidemic Outbreaks specific to COVID-19 which was reviewed by the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing.
Exit interview conducted with Licensee, whose signature on this document confirms receipt.
No deficiencies cited during this inspection
Source: California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing. Methodology · Report a correction