Facility Evaluation Report

An unannounced Annual Continuation visit was conducted on the date & times indicated above by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) K. McClurg. LPA met with Mental Health Program Manager II (MHPM II) Rosie Ruiz (Maduena) & stated purpose of visit.

Physical plant toured, including campus grounds, client rooms client bathrooms, & client apartment style rooms, during previous visit. Apartment-style rooms resemble motor lodge style accommodations. Apartments include 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, kitchenette area utilized for storage of food item with refrigerator for miscellaneous food items & beverages. Other than microwave, & small coffee pot as desired, no cooking done in client apartment. Hot plates, electric kettles etc., not allowed in apartments. All meals & snacks served & available in main house. Medications dispensed out of main house.

Facility staffing reviewed. Staffing is adequate, with hiring of additional staff & training, including on-going training being conducted. Client needs & services reviewed. Client programs & services continue to be conducted next door adjacent to facility property, as well as some group activities done in dining room of main house. New client intake procedures include initial housing in main house, then moving out to apartments as clients adjust to routine & demonstrate ability to be in apartments rooms safely.

Facility has designated smoking area. Outside areas have seating, benches, with structures & trees to provide shade. Facility grounds appeared to be well maintained without trash, debris, or miscellaneous items about.

Exit interview conducted with MHPM II. Report provided.