Facility Evaluation Report

Simi Oaks Counseling Group, Simi Valley06/10/2026Licence 565800884

Capacity50
Census40
Date signed06/10/2026 02:22:24 PM
Name of licensing program analystBrian Balisi
Name of licensing program managerDesaree Perera
The inspector’s account

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Brian Balisi conducted an unannounced subsequent complaint visit to deliver final findings for the allegation listed above. LPA was joined by Tri-Counties Regional Center (TCRC) Quality Assurance Specialist (QAS) Ryan Landseadel. Upon arrival at approx. 09:40 a.m. LPA and QAS met with Administrator Ernest Federer and explained the reason for the visit.

At approx 10:15 a.m. LPA and QAS along with the Administrator toured the physical plant areas to ensure that there are no health and safety hazards, and the facility is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. LPA observed majority of clients preparing to leave the facility for an outing to a local bowling alley. The day program operates from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The day program is currently staffed appropriately with the necessary staff to client ratios. The day program consist of two (2) floors with seventeen (17) activity rooms.

LPA observed the kitchen/cafeteria area. Kitchen area was clean, and appliances appeared to be in operable condition. Participants bring their own lunch and snacks. The facility has snacks available for participants.

LPA also observed cabinets storing a sufficient amount of first aid , PPE and cleaning supplies properly stored. Activity rooms were observed to be furnished appropriately and all furniture was observed to be in good condition at the time of the visit. The facility maintained a comfortable temperature. The smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detector were tested and operational at the time of the visit. LPA observed the required postings throughout the facility. Fire extinguishers were observed to be fully charged and last serviced in July 2025. Facility temperature is kept at a comfortable temperature.

LPA observed required postings throughout the common space. Activities are both designed for individuals and as a group. LPA observed staff interacting with participants during time of visit as well as preparing participants to go out to the community. Equipment used for activities were observed to be in good condition at the time of the visit. Cleaning supplies were observed locked and inaccessible at the time of the visit.

Source: California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing. Methodology · Report a correction