Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Teresa Camara conducted an unannounced required annual visit

to the facility. LPA met with the staff member at 9:20 a.m. and explained the reason for the visit. LPA toured the physical plant areas inside and outside to ensure that there are no health and safety hazards. The co-administrator Morris Pippins arrived at the facility at 9:50 a.m.

BEDROOMS: There are a total of 3 shared client bedrooms. All client bedrooms were clean, appropriately furnished and had sufficient lighting. There is one room set up as an office/staff room. This facility has 24/7 awake staff.

RESTROOMS: There are two (2) total bathrooms at the facility. Both can be used by clients. The resident bathrooms have a shower with non-skid materials. The toilet and showers have grab bars. The hot water temperature was tested in the hall bathroom which is the bathroom primarily used by clients; the hot water temperature measured 115.6*F which is within the regulatory range of 105*-120*F.

COMMON SPACES: In the common areas, walls and flooring were checked for cleanliness and

good condition. At the time of the visit, common seating area and dining room furniture was

observed to be in good condition. There is a large chair which blocks the fireplace in the living room. The administrator stated the fireplace is not used. LPA informed the administrator the fireplace should have a screen on it; the administrator will purchase a screen for the fireplace within a week. The outdoor area is equipped with furniture for clients' use. LPA observed the required postings throughout the facility. The fire extinguisher appeared fully charged and was last serviced on 5/30/2023. The smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detector were tested and functioned properly during the visit. There were no bodies of water noted. Cleaning chemicals and laundry supplies are stored in a locked cabinet in the garage.