Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Valeria Conway arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a required annual visit today at 11:05 A.M. Upon arrival, LPA met with the administrator, Florencia Farruggia. The four (4) clients were at the day program at the time of the visit. The facility is vendored by Tri-Counties Regional Center (TCRC) as a level 2 home. Entrance interview conducted.

During today’s visit, the LPA along with the administrator toured the physical plant areas inside and outside to ensure there are no health and safety hazards and that facility is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. The following was observed:

KITCHEN: The LPA observed the kitchen to be clean. Kitchen appliances appeared to be in operable condition. The facility has a sufficient supply of seven (7) days non-perishable and two (2) days perishable food; properly stored. Refrigerator and dry food pantry were checked for proper labels and expiration dates. Knives and sharps were observed in a locked drawer inaccessible to clients in care. Cleaning supplies and toxins were observed locked and inaccessible under the kitchen sink. At 11:40 A.M. hot water measured 111.8 degrees Fahrenheit.

BEDROOMS : There are three (3) bedrooms for client use and two (2) bedrooms designated for staff only. One (1) bedroom is designated as double occupancy; and two (2) bedrooms are designated as single occupancy. LPA observed all client bedrooms to be properly furnished with a bed, nightstand, and sufficient lighting. The bedrooms had appropriate and adequate bedding and linens such as sheets, pillowcases, and blankets. LPA observed additional clean linens, towels, and personal hygiene items in the hallway closet.