Facility Evaluation Report

On 5/3/2024 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tobola conducted an unannounced Annual Required – 1 yr inspection for this facility and met with Program Coordinator, Marcelle McKinley. The facility currently provides care for 18 clients, 13 of which were at the facility at the time of visit. The facility is currently conducting full in-person service program with alternative online services available to clients.

LPA continued with a tour of the facility with Coordinator; 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 December 2021, however the facility had received a fire safety inspection within the year. LPA attempted to contact Fairfield Fire Marshal for confirmation but was unsuccessful. LPA requested for copy of fire inspection results from the Program Coordinator for review. Maintenance and daily logs are also documented on file. Lastly, emergency disaster drills are conducted on both a monthly and quarterly basis. LPA conducted an inspection of 2 out of 2 facility vans and found all vans to be properly equipped with fire extinguisher and 1st aid kits. Toxins, cleaning supplies and other potentially dangerous items are to be stored in a designated cleaning supply closet inaccessible to clients.

Clients were observed to be engaged in various group activities, using electronic media devices, and other options to choose during program hours. Additional outings include visits to public parks and shopping center. 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 at local public parks.