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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 306004213
Report Date: 06/30/2023
Date Signed: 06/30/2023 04:33:05 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 06/30/2023 04:33 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
GREATER LA AC/SC, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. ST 500
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME:MERCEDES DIAZ HOMES INC - CARMENITAFACILITY NUMBER:
306004213
ADMINISTRATOR:DOMINGUEZ, MICHELLEFACILITY TYPE:
735
ADDRESS:10746,10748,10750 CARMENITA RDTELEPHONE:
(562) 944-5575
CITY:WHITTIERSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90605
CAPACITY: 18CENSUS: 17DATE:
06/30/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
12:00 PM
MET WITH:Rosie Reynoso TIME COMPLETED:
03:30 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Alma Gonzalez conducted an unannounced visit at the facility for the purpose of conducting the required annual inspection. LPA utilized the Compliance and Regulatory Enforcement (CARE) Tool to evaluate the facility. LPA Gonzalez met with Administrator Rosie Reynoso and explained the purpose for the visit.

The facility is licensed to serve (18) developmentally disabled clients (age 18-59) and is approved for twelve (12) ambulatory and six (6) non-ambulatory. Currently, there are (17) clients in placement, there are no clients who have a restricted health care condition. All clients residing at this facility receive case management services provided by East Los Angeles Regional Center.

The following 12 (CARE) tool domains were observed and reviewed: Infection Control, Physical Plant/Environment Safety, Operational Requirements, Staffing, Personnel Records/Staff Training, Client Rights/Information, Client Records/Incident Reports, Food Service, Health Related Services, Incident Medical Services, Disaster Preparedness, and Emergency Intervention.

During the visit LPA observed the following:

Infection Control: The facility staff are using appropriate hand hygiene and wearing gloves while assisting clients. Staff are cleaning and disinfecting often for high touched surfaces. Facility has sufficient PPE supplies, has an Infection Control Plan and Mitigation Plan. Facility has COVID-19 signage posted throughout the facility. Bathrooms have hand washing signs, soap and paper towels. Per Facility Administrator all (17) clients have COVID-19 vaccines including boosters. Facility Administrator is adhering to infection control requirements.

Refer to LIC 809C for continuation of report
SUPERVISORS NAME: Wei Siew Ho
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Alma Gonzalez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/30/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/30/2023
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
GREATER LA AC/SC, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. ST 500
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: MERCEDES DIAZ HOMES INC - CARMENITA
FACILITY NUMBER: 306004213
VISIT DATE: 06/30/2023
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Operational Requirements: Fire Drills are conducted every three months, the last fire drill was conducted on 6/2/23. Emergency Disaster/ Earthquake Drills are also conducted every three months and the last one was conducted on 6/2/23. Facility Administrator is adhering to operational requirements.

Physical Plant & Environment Safety: The facility has three (3) separate homes with 3 different addresses: 10746, 10748 and 10750 on one lot under the same facility number. All homes are located in a residential area and each facility consists of 4 Bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms in each building, outside covered storage areas. LPA observed appropriate furniture, lighting fixtures, personal storage space as required, all beds have adequate amount of linen and mattresses and box springs are in good repair. Bathrooms were found to be within Title 22 regulations. Toilets and water faucets worked properly. Bathroom sinks and showers were free of mold/mildew. LPA observed that sufficient toiletries accessible to clients. Water temperature properly measured at 120 degrees F in building 10746, 115F degrees F in building 10748 and 112 F degrees in building 10750. Facility temperature was comfortable. LPA observed the facility to be clean and appropriately furnished with clear passageways inside and outside. First aid kit is fully stocked with manual, smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detector were in compliance and operational. No firearms are stored at facility and no bodies of water present. Medications are stored, locked and inaccessible to clients. Hazardous toxins and/or items are inaccessible to clients, fire extinguisher(s) are fully charged. Exit, walkways and/or passageways, front and back yard are free of debris and/or hazards. Exits were marked with signs. Notifications and postings were observed which included personal rights, facility sketch, visitor policy, complaint procedures, menu and emergency disaster plan.

Staffing: There is sufficient staffing at the facility. Staff employed are over the age of 18 and are fingerprint cleared and associated to the facility.

Personnel Records-Training: Staff files are maintained at the facility. LPA reviewed staff files for Facility Administrator, and S1-3. Staff have current CPR/first aid training and sufficient on-going training that meets the annual requirement. Staff have their Health Screening and Tuberculosis Screening on file. Staff are also trained on Abuse Reporting. Administrator Certificate is current and expires on 11/28/23.



Refer to LIC 809C for continuation of report
SUPERVISORS NAME: Wei Siew Ho
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Alma Gonzalez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/30/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/30/2023
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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
GREATER LA AC/SC, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. ST 500
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: MERCEDES DIAZ HOMES INC - CARMENITA
FACILITY NUMBER: 306004213
VISIT DATE: 06/30/2023
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Client Rights-Information: Client personal rights and House Rules are posted. Per Facility Administrator, facility provides wi-fi services to all clients which clients utilize through their personal cell phone. There is only one client at the moment that has a personal cell phone.

Client Records-Incident Reports: LPA reviewed Client files for C1 through C5. Client files are maintained at the facility and have the following documents in their files - Admission Agreements, Identification & Emergency Information, Physician's Report (including T.B and Ambulatory Status), Consent For Medical Treatment, Appraisal Needs and Services Plan, Functional Capabilities Assessment, Mental Health Intake Assessment, Client Cash Resources, Special Incident Reports, Client Personal Property and Clients Personal Rights and current IPPs.

Food Service: The facility has sufficient food supplies of 2-day perishable and 7 day supply of non-perishable items. The food is properly stored in the refrigerator which is clean and well-maintained. There are no clients with special diets residing at this facility. Kitchen is kept clean and free from rodents and other bugs/ insects. Plates, cups and utensils are kept cleaned and stored properly.

Health Related Services: The medications are centrally stored and in their original containers. LPA reviewed medication for C1 through C5. The facility uses the Medication Administration Record (MAR) log to document medications given. Medications are administered as prescribed by the Physician. Medications are bubble packed and delivered monthly.

Incidental Medical Services: Per Facility Administrator, there are no clients at this home with incidental medical services nor any client that has a restricted health condition.

Disaster Preparedness: The facility has an Emergency Disaster Plan readily accessible.

Emergency Intervention : Not-Applicable.


No deficiencies noted. Exit interview and a copy of this report was provided to Administrator Rosie Reynoso.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Wei Siew Ho
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Alma Gonzalez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/30/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/30/2023
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