198601685-12-12-2025-11-AS-PBUR-DPALCC-20251212073807

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198601685
Report Date: 12/11/2025
Date Signed: 12/12/2025 07:38:20 AM

Document Has Been Signed on 12/12/2025 07:38 AM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
EL SEGUNDO ASC, 1000 CORPORATE DR #100
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME:	A HEALTHIER CHOICE DAY PROGRAM		FACILITY NUMBER:	198601685
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	EBONY HARRIS		FACILITY TYPE:	775
ADDRESS:	693 S. LA BREA AVENUE		TELEPHONE:	(310) 672-0488
CITY:	INGLEWOOD	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90301
CAPACITY: 45		CENSUS: 18	DATE:	12/11/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	08:00 AM
MET WITH:	Eduardo Martinez		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	11:45 AM

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25	Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Pamela Bunker conducted an unannounced required one-year visit, with the primary focus on infection control measures and the use of the new CARE Inspection Tool. Upon arrival at the Day Program, LPA Bunker conducted a risk assessment. Based on the evaluation, the Adult Day Program was found to be clear of COVID-19 infection. LPA was properly screened for COVID-19 symptoms, and her temperature was checked. LPA Bunker met with Program Director Eduardo Martinez and explained the purpose of today’s annual inspection. LPA verified that the facility has an approved Mitigation Plan Report and Infection Control Plan. There are currently eighteen (18) clients attending the Day Program today, and the program’s annual fees are current. The following twelve domains of Infection Control Practices will be observed and reviewed: Infection Control; Physical Plant & Environmental Safety; Operational Requirements; Staffing; Personnel Records-Training; Client Records-Incident Reports; Client Rights-Information; Food Service; Health-Related Services; Incidental Medical Services; Disaster Preparedness; and Emergency Intervention. "I will be using this tool and methods that have been developed to improve the efficiency and accuracy of the Department of Social Services' facility inspections." See continued LIC809-C on page 2.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Stephanie Cifuentes
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Pamela Bunker
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:	DATE: 12/11/2025

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/11/2025

This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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California Health & Human Services Agency

California Department of Social Services

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT California law requires a public report of each licensing visit/inspection. This report is a record for the facility and the licensing agency. This report is available for public review; therefore, care is taken not to disclose personal or confidential information. Inquiries concerning the location, maintenance, and contents of these reports may be directed to the Licensing Program Analyst or Regional Office whose address and telephone number are listed on the front of this form.

DEFICIENCIES A deficiency is an instance of noncompliance with licensing requirements, including applicable statutes, regulations, interim licensing standards, operating standards, and written directives. Applicants/ licensees must be notified in writing of all licensing deficiencies. Deficiencies are listed on the left side of this form, and the applicable licensing requirement upon which the deficiency is identified. There are two types of deficiencies:

Type A deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, if not corrected, have a direct and immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care.

Type B deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, without correction, could become a risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care, a recordkeeping violation that could impact the care of said persons and/or protection of their resources, or a violation that could impact those services required to meet the needs of persons in care.

PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs) The licensing agency is required to establish a reasonable length of time to correct a deficiency. In order to set the time, the licensing agency must take into consideration the seriousness of the violation, the number of persons in care involved, and the availability of equipment and personnel necessary to correct the violation. Applicants/licensees are requested to provide a specific plan for each violation on the right side of the form across from each deficiency. The more specific the plan, the less chance exists for any misunderstanding in setting time limits and reviewing corrections. The applicant/licensee who encounters problems beyond their control in completing the corrections within the specified time frame may request and may be granted an extension of the correction due date by the licensing agency.

CORRECTION NOTIFICATION The applicant/licensee is responsible for completing all corrections and promptly notifying the licensing agency of corrections. Applicants/licensees are advised to keep a dated copy of any correspondence sent to the licensing agency concerning corrections, or if corrections are telephoned to the licensing agency, the date, person contacted, and information given.

CIVIL PENALTIES The licensing agency is required by law to issue a Penalty Notice, when applicable, to all facilities holding a license issued by the licensing agency, or subject to licensure, except Certified Family Homes, Resource Families, and Foster Family Homes, or any governmental entity.

PENALTY NOTICE GIVEN The statement concerning civil penalties serves as a penalty notice on this Licensing Report and failure to correct cited licensing deficiencies will result in civil penalties. Applicants/ licensees are required to pay civil penalties when administrative appeals have been exhausted and in accordance with any payment arrangements made with the licensing agency.

APPEAL RIGHTS The applicant/licensee has a right without prejudice to discuss any disagreement in this report with the licensing agency concerning the proper application of licensing requirements. The applicant/ licensee may request a formal review by the licensing agency to amend or dismiss the notice of deficiency and/ or civil penalty. Requests for review shall be made in writing within 15 business days of receipt of a deficiency notification or civil penalty assessment. Licensing deficiencies may be appealed pursuant to the procedures in the LIC 9058 Applicant/Licensee Rights.

AGENCY REVIEW The licensing agency review of an appeal may be conducted based upon information provided in writing by the applicant/licensee. The applicant/licensee may request an office meeting to provide additional information. The applicant/licensee will be notified in writing of the results of the agency review within 60 business days of the date when all necessary information has been provided to the licensing agency.

EMAIL REQUIREMENT Adult Community Care Facilities, Residential Care Facilities for the Chronically Ill, and Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly are required to provide and maintain an active email address of record with the licensing agency.

LIC809 (FAS) - (09/23)

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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
EL SEGUNDO ASC, 1000 CORPORATE DR #100
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: A HEALTHIER CHOICE DAY PROGRAM	FACILITY NUMBER: 198601685
	VISIT DATE: 12/11/2025

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The Adult Day Program is located in single-story business buildings. Operating hours are 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. All clients either bring their own lunch or bring money to purchase lunch in the community. If a client forgets their lunch, facility staff will provide emergency food.

Mr. Martinez and LPA Bunker toured the entire Adult Day Program, both inside and outside. The facility includes: a reception area, two client restrooms, one staff restroom, and a multi-purpose room at the rear of the building with a pull-up door and a quick-release handle lock. The multi-purpose room is used as a lunchroom, for small groups, activities, and arts and crafts. The main multi-purpose area features a television area, fitness area, and activity space. Additional areas include a nurse’s station/office, an administrator’s cubicle, and a parking lot.

All areas are in compliance. Each room is adequately equipped and furnished. The program has posted current activity schedules, and each instructor develops and follows specific weekly lesson plans.

The last Fire/Emergency Drill was conducted on June 09, 2025. Staff in service training was reviewed. Employee personnel files and client records are kept in a locked cabinet; both were reviewed and appear to be in compliance. Mr. Martinez stated that staff received training on dependent adult and elder abuse reporting. The program currently has no clients on medication. However, the Adult Day Program maintains a centrally stored, locked cabinet in the nurse’s office for medications. The program staff does not handle personal or incidental monies. Clients may bring money only for special field trips or community activities.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Stephanie Cifuentes
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Pamela Bunker
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:	DATE: 12/11/2025

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/11/2025

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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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
EL SEGUNDO ASC, 1000 CORPORATE DR #100
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: A HEALTHIER CHOICE DAY PROGRAM	FACILITY NUMBER: 198601685
	VISIT DATE: 12/11/2025

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Documents are posted as mandated. The following Title 22 regulated areas were audited and found to be in compliance: carbon monoxide and smoke detectors were operational; the first aid kit was fully stocked and included a manual; the hot water temperature was measured at 115 degrees Fahrenheit, within the normal limits of 105–120 degrees; fire extinguishers were fully charged; restrooms were clean and operational; and toxic or sharp items were locked and inaccessible to clients. Hazardous items were also inaccessible. The day program grounds were free of debris and hazards.

LPA Bunker observed the facility’s infection control practices, including screening protocols for clients and visitors, sanitizer availability, visitor log, and thermometer at the Adult Day Program entrance. Logs of daily COVID-19 screenings and temperature checks for clients and staff were available and up to date. PPE supplies were readily accessible to staff, and an additional reserve of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) was observed. Adequate liquid soap, paper goods, cleaning products, and disinfecting supplies were also available.

LPA Bunker provided Program Director Eduardo Martinez with copies of the LIC809, LIC809-Cs, LIC858, and LIC859

There were deficiencies cited.

An exit interview was conducted.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Stephanie Cifuentes
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Pamela Bunker
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:	DATE: 12/11/2025

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/11/2025

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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