Facility Evaluation Report, 03/21/2024 — I.m.p.a.c.t, Fairfield CA

On 3/21/2024 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tobola conducted an unannounced Annual Required – 1 yr inspection for this facility and met with Program Director, Gabby Echevarria. The facility currently provides care for 43 clients, 22 of which were at the facility at the time of visit. The facility is currently conducting full in-person service program.

LPA continued with a tour of the facility with Director; facility was found to be clean and at a comfortable temperature with all exits free from obstruction. Fire extinguishers were found to be last charged March 12, 2024. Carbon monoxide detector located in main common area was tested and found to be in working order.

LPA was informed that an outside agency had conducted a fire inspection in 2023 and had inspected safety devices including sprinkler system, alarms and smoke detectors. Program Director to provide LPA with a copy of the fire inspection report.

Clients were observed to be engaged in various group activities including, large group discussion, arts & crafts, one-on-one classes and other options to choose during program hours. During the visit, several clients were on public outings with staff. Some outings include visits to public parks, trails and local ranches. Facility designates several Direct Support Staff to accompany clients by group. Staffing was found to be sufficient. Clients observed to have positive relationship with staff continuously engaging and participating with clients. LPA was informed that clients currently provide their own meals with snacks provided throughout the day. Facility primarily holds outdoor activities during outings and also has a large outdoor parking lot area located in the rear of the building for client use. Toxins, cleaning supplies and other potentially dangerous items are stored in a designated cleaning supply closet inaccessible to clients. All other storage closets and containers holding items that could potentially be a danger to clients if accessible were all found to be locked and secured.