Routine inspection·February 24, 2024

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Emily Peraldi arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a required annual visit. At 11:30 a.m., the LPA met with the Licensee, Maria Shinn and explained the reason for the visit. The facility is vendored by North Los Angeles Regional Center as a level three (3) home. Starting at 11:41 a.m., the LPA conducted interviews with four residents (4) and one (1) staff. At 12:00 p.m., staff and two (2) residents returned from their outing. RECORD REVIEWS: Between 11:46 a.m. and 12:45 p.m., the LPA conducted a file review for all staff regularly scheduled and observed the following: personnel records, health assessments, criminal record clearances, first aid/CPR and the appropriate training. All personnel files were in order. The Administrator’s certificate for Maria Shinn is active and expires on 08/06/2024. The LPA also reviewed and obtained copies of the following: surety bond, valid liability insurance, Infection Control Plan and Emergency and Disaster Plan. The most recent emergency disaster drill was conducted on 01/02/2024. At 1:05 p.m., the LPA, along with staff, conducted a brief physical plant tour inside and outside to ensure there are no health and safety hazards. Due to time constraints the LPA will return to complete the annual at a later date. No deficiencies were observed at this time. Exit interview conducted. A copy of the report was issued.