Facility Evaluation Report

At 09:45 a.m. Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Esther Cortez arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a required annual visit. When the LPA arrived, there were one (1) staff and one (1) client present. The LPA was greeted by staff Marlene Estores and informed them of the reason for the visit. Administrator Amalia Soratorio arrived approximately at 10:20 a.m.

At 09:55 a.m., the LPA conducted a tour of the physical plant with staff to ensure there are no health and safety hazards and facility is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. The following was noted: Facility is a single-story residence that consists of four (4) resident bedrooms, and two (2) bathrooms. The home is vendored by Tri-Counties Regional Center as a level 4-I home. The LPA observed fire extinguishers at the home, which were fully charged and last serviced 10/05/2023. At 10:02 a.m., all smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors were tested, and functioned properly. LPA observed all required postings in the living room of the home.

Kitchen: During the facility tour at 09:55 a.m., the kitchen appeared clean and the appliances and fixtures functional. The LPA observed a sufficient supply of perishable and non-perishable food at the facility; Sharp objects and cleaning supplies are stored in a in a locked cabinet under the sink and in an additional locked cabinet in the kitchen. Food is prepared based on a menu. Snacks and beverages are always available for residents.

Bedrooms: The LPA observed all four resident bedrooms properly furnished with at least one chair, nightstand and sufficient lighting for each resident. The bedrooms had appropriate and adequate bedding and linens such as sheets, pillowcases, mattress pads, and blankets.