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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197604300
Report Date: 12/22/2023
Date Signed: 12/22/2023 12:52:00 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 12/22/2023 12:52 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
N LA & CEN COA AC/SC, 21731 VENTURA BLVD., STE. 250
WOODLAND HILLS, CA 91364
FACILITY NAME:PALM VALLEY GROUP HOMES, INC.FACILITY NUMBER:
197604300
ADMINISTRATOR:EILEEN VASQUEZFACILITY TYPE:
735
ADDRESS:43944 DELGADO CT.TELEPHONE:
(661) 946-3435
CITY:LANCASTERSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
93535
CAPACITY: 4CENSUS: 4DATE:
12/22/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:30 AM
MET WITH:Eileen VasquezTIME COMPLETED:
01:00 PM
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On 12/22/2023 at 9:30 a.m. Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Evelin Rios arrived at the facility listed above to conduct an unannounced required annual inspection. LPA was greeted by two (2) staff who granted access and the administrator Eileen Vasquez met LPA shortly after. LPA explained the reason for the visit. Entrance interview conducted.

The facility is Fire Cleared for two (2) ambulatory clients and two (2) non ambulatory clients for a total capacity of four (4) clients. The facility has four (4) bedrooms and two (2) bathrooms.

A tour of the physical plant was conducted with administrator at approximately 10:00 a.m. and the following was observed:

Food Inspection: LPA conducted a tour of the kitchen at approximately 10:00 a.m. and observed there to be sufficient supply of two-day perishables and seven-day non-perishables foods, properly stored. Food storage and preparation areas are clean and clear of clutter. LPA observed all knives, sharp object, locked in a lock bock in a kitchen cabinet and inaccessible to clients in care. LPA observed one (1) fire extinguisher to be fully charged with purchased date 04/18/2023.

Living and dining areas: LPA observed the living area and dining area to be clean and clear of clutter. The furniture was in good repair and sits the capacity of the facility.

Bedrooms: LPA inspected four (4) bedrooms, three (3) of which are for client use. One (1) bedroom is shared. LPA observed each client room to be properly furnished with one bed, appropriate night stand, chair, bedding and with sufficient lighting and storage.

(Continued on LIC809-C)
SUPERVISORS NAME: Eva Miller
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Evelin Rios
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 12/22/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 12/22/2023
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
N LA & CEN COA AC/SC, 21731 VENTURA BLVD., STE. 250
WOODLAND HILLS, CA 91364
FACILITY NAME: PALM VALLEY GROUP HOMES, INC.
FACILITY NUMBER: 197604300
VISIT DATE: 12/22/2023
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LPA observed a staff test a smoke detector at approximately 10:10 a.m. Detector is interconnected to other detectors located through out the facility. Carbon monoxide detector was observed to be functioning properly.
Bathrooms: The facility has 2 bathrooms. One (1) is located in the a clients' shared bedroom. LPA took water temperature from one (1) out two (2) bathrooms and temperature was between 105 and 120 degrees F. LPA observed the bathrooms to be clean and properly supplied with hand soap, toilet paper, paper towels and trash bins.

Garage: The garage is attached. LPA observed the laundry is located in the garage accessible to clients and staff. Detergents are kept locked in crates. In the garage LPA also observed emergency food, water and supplies for a disaster. LPA observed the first aid kit with manual up to date.

Surrounding Grounds: Entry and exits were free of obstructions. There is a covered patio with appropriate furniture for client use.

Client/Staff Records: At approximately 10:20 a.m. four (4) out four (4) client records and (2) staff records were reviewed to insure compliance with licensing forms. Records are kept in a closet. Facility utilizes Right Choice Staff for one (1) client's 1:1 care.

Medications: Centrally stored medications are maintained locked in a kitchen cabinet. Medications were observed locked. Centrally Stored Medication Records were reviewed for proper documentation. Medication records are maintained manually. Facility also keeps Medication Administration Records (MAR).


Pursuant to Title 22 Division of the CA Code of Regulations, there were no deficiencies observed during todays visit. Exit Interview Conducted. A Copy of the Report Issued.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Eva Miller
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Evelin Rios
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/22/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/22/2023
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