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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Janira Arreola conducted an unannounced annual required visit on 4/28/2023 at 03:00 p.m. LPA was granted entry and met with staff, Philip Aquino, who was informed of the purpose of the visit. The administrator, Sherly Barawid was contacted over the phone during the visit, and acting administrator Liz Barawid was present for a portion of the visit. At the time of the visit there was (3) staff and (5) clients present.
The facility is a one story home with (5) bedrooms and (4) bathrooms with attached garage. No pools or firearms are being kept at the facility. The clients served are adults between the ages of 18-59. LPA conducted a tour of the interior and exterior, reviewed facility documents and conducted a staff and client interviews. LPA observed the following:
Infection Control: The LPA observed the hand washing stations in the facility restrooms and kitchen had hand hygiene supplies and hand washing signs. LPA observed PPE equipment and cleaning supplies to do regular cleaning of the facility. LPA reviewed the facility's infection control plan which met department requirements. LPA reviewed staff records and found that all staff had infection control training.
Physical Plant: LPA observed the client bedrooms. Physical plant, floors, windows, and doors were observed to be cluttered. (1) resident was storing personal items in a cardboard box. A deficiency was documented for not providing the resident adequate storage for their belongings. The outdoor area was observed to be free of hazards. LPA observed outdoor furniture and shaded area for clients. Laundry equipment was observed to be in good working condition. The sharp and dangerous objects were observed to be unlocked in the facility kitchen and client restroom, chemicals were observed unlocked in client restroom. LPA had staff secure these items immediately. LPA was informed and observed that all resident share 2-in-1 soap and tooth paste. LPA observed a tooth brush with brown grime next to another client toothbrush. Staff stated this was used to clean the restroom sink and toilets. Deficiency was cited for this, so clients can have their designated hygiene items. |