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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Galarza conducted an unannounced Required- 1 year visit focusing on COVID-19 Infection Control Practices. LPA met with Assistant Administrator Lorraine Bromstead and explained the purpose of the visit. Administrator John Bromstead arrived shortly after. There are currently five (5) ambulatory level disabled clients ages of 18 through 59 serviced by San Gabriel/Pomona Los Angeles Regional Center. The facility is a single story home located in a residential neighborhood. It consists of 3 client bedrooms, 1 staff room, 3 bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, living room, laundry room, outdoor patio, and fenced pool. The last fire/emergency drill was conducted on 8/16/2022. Administrator certificate expires 3/21/2024.
OBSERVATIONS:
- The interior and exterior physical plant was inspected. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and operational.
- COVID-19 Infection Control Practices and signs that promote hand washing, cough/sneeze etiquette, and physical distancing were observed in the entrance areas, common areas, and bathrooms. Visitors are no longer being screened.
- Two bedrooms are designated as a COVID-19 isolation rooms if needed.
- A posted Emergency Disaster Plan was observed.
- Knives were observed unlocked in the pantry area. It was immediately locked.
- Centrally stored medications/30-day supply of medications were reviewed.
- The facility is owner operated; therefore staff were not observed wearing mask. Clients do not wear masks due to disability exemption.
- The kitchen was inspected and has sufficient supply of 2 day perishable & 7 day non-perishable food.
- Facility has an adequate 30-day+ supply of Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs).
- The facility submitted a COVID-19 Mitigation, but has not submitted an Infection Control Plan (ICP). A technical advisory was issued. The plan should be reviewed and updated as necessary.
Deficiency was cited.
Exit interview was conducted with Administrator Samira Menendez. A copy of the report and appeal rights were issued. |