Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Martha Arroyo arrived at the facility unannounced for a required one-year annual inspection today at 8:00 a.m. The last annual conducted at this facility was on 09/14/2022. Upon arrival, the LPA met with Case Manager, Ashleigh Chenault and the reason for the visit was explained. The Program Manager, Mitchel Garcia arrived shortly after. Entrance interview conducted.

At 8:13 a.m., the LPA toured the physical plant to ensure there are no health and safety hazards and facility is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. The following was noted during the plant tour:

The day program operates from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The day program is currently staffed appropriately with the necessary staff to consumer ratios. The facility has seven (7) activity rooms, nine (9) participant bathrooms, two (2) outdoor areas, a breakroom/staff room, and a kitchen area.

Common Areas: At 8:55 a.m., the LPA observed the kitchen area to be clean and in good condition at the time of visit. The refrigerator was observed with participants lunches and snacks. There are several fire extinguishers throughout the facility; they all were fully charged and were last serviced 11/22/2022. Carbon monoxide detectors are wired and operational at the time of the visit. The last fire inspection was completed on 06/14/2023 and was found to be in compliance with Fire Code Regulations at the time of inspection. Fire and earthquake drills conducted within the last 6 months as per regulation; the last one conducted 09/15/2023. Facility temperature is kept at 74 degrees Fahrenheit. No bodies of water noted at the time of the visit. Activities are both designed for both as individuals and as a group. The LPA observed staff interacting with participants during time of visit. No obstructions or hazards were observed inside or out. Equipment used for activities was in good condition at the time of the visit. Washer and dryer observed on premises locked and inaccessible to participants.