Facility Evaluation Report

At approximately 8:40 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Julie Florio arrived unannounced to conduct a required 1-year annual inspection and was greeted by Maria Correa, House Manager. Administrator, Patricia Ambriz was contacted and arrived shortly after. Facility is an Adult Residential Facility with Ambulatory Developmentally Disabled Clients in care. LPA was informed that there are 4-clients in care; 1-client left for Day Program, and 3-clients were present during visit.

At approximately 9:00 AM, LPA initiated a tour of the facility with Administrator and observed the following: Facility is a one-story home, was a comfortable temperature, and passageways were free from obstructions. Water temperature in clients' bathrooms measured within the allowable range of 105 to 120 degrees F per Title 22 regulations. LPA observed a supply of clean linens and paper products available to clients. Clients' bedrooms were inspected and observed to have appropriate furnishings as outlined in Title 22 regulations. Cabinets containing cleaning supplies and other items that could pose a risk were locked. Facility has at least two days of perishable food and one week of non-perishable foods, as well as an emergency water supply. Medications were centrally stored and locked. There is a covered patio and seating area in the backyard with outdoor space for activities. LPA observed a supply of games for clients, a facility laptop available for client use, and an activity schedule. Facility has internet available to clients in care and the phone was tested an operable.

Facility's 2 fire extinguishers were observed charged and were last serviced November 2023. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide detectors were tested and operational during inspection. Facility conducts regular monthly disaster drills, and the most recent drill was conducted June 2024. LPA observed facility's infection control plan which was updated January 2024 and emergency disaster plan which was updated during today's visit. Administrator also completed a Register of Facility Clients/Residents (form LIC9020) and agreed to post it with the facility emergency disaster plan. LPA observed a supply of PPE, emergency supplies, and flashlights, as well as a first aid kit. Administrator states the facility does not have a backup generator.