Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Esther Cortez arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a required annual visit at 8:47 a.m. When the LPA arrived, there were two staff and five clients present. The LPA was greeted by staff and informed them of the reason for the visit. Administrator Delia Cafuir arrived shortly thereafter.

At 9:25 a.m. the LPA and the Administrator toured the physical plant areas inside and outside to ensure there are no health and safety hazards and facility is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations.

KITCHEN: Knives and cleaning supplies are stored inaccessible in a locked cabinet under the sink. Kitchen appliances were in operable condition. The facility has a sufficient supply of perishable and non-perishable food. Kitchen was clean and sanitary.

COMMON AREAS: The living room is adjacent to the dining room. Furniture was in good condition. The facility is maintained at a comfortable temperature. There is a fireplace in the living room, which is screened and inaccessible. Smoke detector(s) and carbon monoxide detector were tested and operational at the time of the visit. The fire extinguisher was fully charged and last serviced 4/18/2024. The LPA observed required postings throughout the common space.

The backyard has a covered outdoor area equipped with furniture for client use. There is a side gate for client use and is single-latched. No bodies of water noted. The garage and laundry room are kept locked. Cleaning supplies were kept in the laundry room. There is an emergency supply of water and non-perishable food stored in the garage.

BEDROOMS: There are three client bedrooms; one single-occupancy and two double-occupancy. LPA observed the client bedrooms, which were furnished appropriately with clean linens, appropriate furnishings, and sufficient lighting. There was a linen closet in the hallway with extra towels and linens. Report will continue on LIC809-C .