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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Dwayne Mason Jr. arrived at the facility unannounced for the purpose of
conducting a required annual inspection. LPA was greeted and granted entry into facility by House Manager/Administrator (AD) Clifford Valmeo.
The facility is a one-story home with four client bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, living room, staff office, outdoor patio, backyard and attached 2-car garage. Facility appears clean, safe and sanitary. LPA noted clients were spending time in their rooms, engaging with staff and one client was picked up by their parent during the inspection.
All client rooms had required elements, including bed, chair, closet space and ample lighting. One bedroom does not have curtains on the windows because of client behaviors. AD stated facility staff is looking into alternatives to provide privacy for the client. Facility has extra linens and hygiene supplies for clients in the hallway closet. Restrooms are stocked with soap and paper towels and have hand washing postings. Hot water initially measured over 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Facility staff adjusted hot water heater in order to obtain a compliant hot water temperature during inspection. A Technical Advisory was issued. LPA observed facility has emergency food and water supply. LPA observed the fire extinguisher was last serviced in May of 2023. LPA observed hazardous items such as knives, chemicals and cleaners to be locked up in the kitchen and the garage. Knives are locked up separate from toxic chemicals. Medication for each client is kept locked in a closet near the entryway. The backyard has a shaded sitting/lounging area. Exit gate is unlocked and self latching. LPA observed exit gates to be unobstructed. LPA reviewed two client files and the staff files. LPA also reviewed medication and P&I for two clients. LPA interviewed one staff and one client. Facility has board games, exercise equipment, electronics, music and more for client use.
No deficiencies noted during today's inspection. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report and technical advisory was provided to the facility |