Inspection IDReason for InspectionInspection DateInspection Status 
SIN-00230886 Renewal 08/22/2023 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.62(a)Both individuals in the home are not safe with poisonous materials. There was a bottle of pledge dust spray located in a cabinet in the bathroom in the basement of the home and Colgate toothpaste in the bathrooms on the second floor of the home. Individual Service Plans do not assess the individual's ability to be safe with person hygiene items. (Repeat Violation 8/13/22)Poisonous materials shall be kept locked or made inaccessible to individuals. The Lift Center has removed all toothpaste from bathrooms and have locked them away. The Lift Center will ensure that all poisons are kept locked away. The Lift Center will ensure that personnel keep all closets locked and will be present at the time of licensing walk through. 08/22/2023 Implemented
6400.67(b)Floors are not free of hazards. The deck that connects to the first and second levels on the back of the home and around the swimming pool have significant areas of peeling paint that presents a hazard. Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces shall be free of hazards.The Lift Center has corrected the weathered peeled paint. The deck was stripped, sanded and repainted. 09/03/2023 Implemented
6400.70The home did not have an operable noncoin-operated telephone with an outside line that was easily accessible to individuals and staff persons.A home shall have an operable, noncoin-operated telephone with an outside line that is easily accessible to individuals and staff persons. The Lift Center has maintained an operable phone since the date of licensing 2021. Maintenance found that staff had sent a fax and forgot to disconnect the fax machine. 08/22/2023 Implemented
6400.82(f)Neither bathroom on the second floor of the home contained soap or individual clean paper or cloth towels.Each bathroom and toilet area that is used shall have a sink, wall mirror, soap, toilet paper, individual clean paper or cloth towels and trash receptacle. The staff removed all soap and paper towels as precaution to keeping all poisonous materials out of the reach of the individuals. 08/22/2023 Implemented
6400.85(b)The aboveground swimming pool was not made inaccessible to individuals when the pool is not in use. The pool has a gate with a lock to prevent access when not in use, however the gate was not locked at the time of the inspection.An aboveground swimming pool that is under 4 feet in height shall be made inaccessible to individuals when the pool is not in use.The Lift Center physically locked the locking mechanism was left unlocked for the purpose of quick accessibility at the time of inspection. 08/22/2023 Implemented
6400.110(e)The home has 3 or more floors. The smoke detectors in the home were not interconnected. The smoke detector in the basement of the home was not interconnected with the first and second floors of the home.If the home serves four or more individuals or if the home has three or more stories including the basement and attic, there shall be at least one smoke detector on each floor interconnected and audible throughout the home or an automatic fire alarm system that is audible throughout the home. The requirement for homes with three or more stories does not apply to homes licensed in accordance with this chapter prior to November 8, 1991. ADT serviced the home safety and security on 8/23/2023. ADT added smoke and carbon detectors to the basement and first floor areas of the home. 08/23/2023 Implemented
6400.112(c)The written fire drill record for the fire drill conducted on 2/12/23 did not include the evacuation time.A written fire drill record shall be kept of the date, time, the amount of time it took for evacuation, the exit route used, problems encountered and whether the fire alarm or smoke detector was operative. The Lift Center will ensure that fire drill documentation is completed in its entirety to include date, time, the amount of time it took to evacuate, the exit route. It will also include problems occurred during drill if applicable as will as smoke detector sounded during drill. 09/11/2023 Implemented
6400.112(e)A fire drill was not held at least every 6 months during sleeping hours. A sleeping fire drill was held on 6/7/22 and not again until 3/31/23.A fire drill shall be held during sleeping hours at least every 6 months. The Lift Center conducted an overnight fire drill / during sleeping hours so as to meet the requirement to conduct said drills on a biannual basis. The last overnight drill occurred in July 2023. 08/22/2023 Implemented
6400.113(a)Individual #1 was not trained annually in the individual's primary language or mode of communication, upon initial admission and reinstructed annually in general fire safety, evacuation procedures, responsibilities during fire drills, the designated meeting place outside the building or within the fire safe area in the event of an actual fire and smoking safety procedures if individuals smoke at the home. Individual #1 was trained in fire safety on 2/13/22 and did not receive fire safety training again until 5/23/23.An individual, including an individual 17 years of age or younger, shall be instructed in the individual's primary language or mode of communication, upon initial admission and reinstructed annually in general fire safety, evacuation procedures, responsibilities during fire drills, the designated meeting place outside the building or within the fire safe area in the event of an actual fire and smoking safety procedures if individuals smoke at the home.Individual #1 received fire safety training on 8/29/2022 and again on 5/23/2023. 08/22/2023 Implemented
6400.151(a)Staff #1 was hired on 4/12/23 and did not complete a physical examination within 12 months prior to employment. Staff #1's physical examination was not completed until 7/27/23. Staff #2 was hired on 3/20/23 and did not complete a physical examination until 4/5/23. A staff person who comes into direct contact with the individuals or who prepares or serves food, for more than 5 days in a 6-month period, including temporary, substitute and volunteer staff, shall have a physical examination within 12 months prior to employment and every 2 years thereafter. Staff #1 started as an intern and was hired 4/12/2023. The staff's initial physical was dated 8/15/2022 and her updated physical was conducted on 7/27/2023. The Lift Center will ensure that physicals for all staff are conducted within 12 months of hire. 08/22/2023 Implemented
6400.181(e)(13)(i)Individual #1's annual assessment did not include the following information: The individual's progress over the last 365 calendar days in the area of health.The assessment must include the following information: The individual's progress over the last 365 calendar days and current level in the following areas: Health.The Lift Center acknowledges that the Annual Assessment for CPS 2380 was wrongly filed in the 6400 book. This was rectified during licensing. 08/22/2023 Implemented
6400.34(a)The home did not inform and explain individual rights and the process to report a rights violation to the individual, and persons designated by the individual, upon admission to the home and annually thereafter. Individual #1 was informed of individual rights on 8/17/22 and had not been informed again.The home shall inform and explain individual rights and the process to report a rights violation to the individual, and persons designated by the individual, upon admission to the home and annually thereafter.The Lift Center will ensure that the appropriate forms are being used to informed individuals of their rights. The Lift Center will ensure that forms for CPS 2380 are not used for Residential 6400. 08/22/2023 Implemented
6400.44(c)(2)Staff #2, the program specialist was hired on 4/12/23 did not have 2 years of working experience with individuals with an intellectual disability or autism.A program specialist shall have one of the following groups of qualifications: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and 2 years of work experience working directly with individuals with an intellectual disability or autism.Staff #2 was demoted to DSP/ Administrative Support immediately. 08/22/2023 Implemented
6400.46(a)Staff #1 did not complete fire safety prior to working with individuals. Staff #1 was hired on 4/12/23 and did not complete fire safety until 5/23/23.Program specialists and direct service workers shall be trained before working with individuals in general fire safety, evacuation procedures, responsibilities during fire drills, the designated meeting place outside the building or within the fire safe area in the event of an actual fire, smoking safety procedures if individuals or staff persons smoke at the home, the use of fire extinguishers, smoke detectors and fire alarms, and notification of the local fire department as soon as possible after a fire is discovered.Staff #1 received Fire Safety Training on 9/13/2022 as an Intern. 08/22/2023 Implemented
6400.51(b)(1)Staff #1 did not receive orientation training prior to working with individuals in the application of person-centered practices, community integration, individual choice and supporting individuals to develop and maintain relationships.The orientation must encompass the following areas: The application of person-centered practices, community integration, individual choice and supporting individuals to develop and maintain relationships.Staff #1 received previous training on Person Centered Practices, Individual Choice and supporting individuals to develop and maintain relationships 7/19/2022- 7/22/2022. Community Integration was completed 6/22/2023. 08/22/2023 Implemented
6400.163(h)Prescription medications that are expired are not disposed of in a safe manner according to Federal and State statutes and regulations. Individual #1 was prescribed Albuterol HFA 90mcg, inhale 2 puffs by mouth every 6 hours as needed for wheezing. Individual #1 is prescribed Albuterol Sol 2.5mg, use vial via neb every 6 hours as needed for wheezing or short of breath. These medications expired on 8/19/23 and remained undisposed of in the home.Prescription medications that are discontinued or expired shall be destroyed in a safe manner according to Federal and State statutes and regulations.The Lift Center disposed of the Albuterol HFA 90mcg, inhale 2 puffs by mouth every 6 hours as needed for wheezing. The Albuterol Sol 2.5 mg, use vial via neb every 6 hours as needed for wheezing or short of breath. 08/22/2023 Implemented
6400.165(c)Individual #1's medications are not administered as prescribed. Individual #1 is prescribed Flonase, use 2 sprays into each nostril once daily at 8am. The bottle located at the home was filled on 3/9/23 and contained approximately 1/4 bottle and the bottle filled ono 5/18/23 was a full bottle that was not opened. The bottle of medication contains a 30-day supply and if administered as prescribed would need to be refilled every 30 days. The bottles dated 3/9/23 and 5/18/23 would have been completely used by the date of the inspection 8/22/23 if administered as prescribed. Individual #1 is prescribed Head and Shoulders Classic. the label states, "apply topically to wash hair daily as needed for dandruff." the Medication Administration Record (MAR) states, "apply topically to wash hair daily" and a note from the most recent appointment with the prescribing physician states "please use head and shoulders OTC shampoo daily for dandruff." The MAR is documented with the medication being used as needed and not daily. the medication is not being administered as prescribed.A prescription medication shall be administered as prescribed.The Lift Center contacted Newhardt Pharmacy at the time of licensing. Flonase, use 2 sprays into each nostril once daily at 8am was reordered and will be administered as prescribed. The Lift Center was sent Head and Shoulders shampoo labels to match the doctor's order to administer daily at 8:00am 08/29/2023 Implemented
6400.207(4)(II)A chemical restraint, Lorazepam for the specific and exclusive purpose of controlling acute and episodic aggressive behavior. Individual #1 is prescribed Lorazepam I1mg, take 1 tablet by mouth 3 times daily as needed for anxiety. There is not protocol available to identify when this medication should be administered. Staff administered the medication on 8/8/23 at 8pm.A chemical restraint, defined as use of a drug for the specific and exclusive purpose of controlling acute or episodic aggressive behavior. A chemical restraint does not include a drug ordered by a health care practitioner or dentist for the following use or event: Pretreatment prior to a medical or dental examination or treatment.The Lift Center obtained a protocol of when to administer the PRN Lorazepam 1mg which is generic for Ativan. 09/13/2023 Implemented
SIN-00209707 Renewal 08/17/2022 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.62(a)At the time of inspection there was disinfected wipes as well as household cleaner under the kitchen sink. Both products had the label to contact poison control or consult with a doctor if consumed. There was also a bottle of bleach located in the cabinet under the sink of individual #1 bathroom. All individuals in the home are not safe with poisons.Poisonous materials shall be kept locked or made inaccessible to individuals. The Lift Center staff was retrained in the Safety Precaution Section on of the ISPs of all individuals residing in the home. All poisons were removed on the date of the inspection 8/17/2022 and locked in the basement closet where individuals have no access. Personal hygiene products for all individuals residing in the home were locked in a common hallway closet on 8/24/2022 08/24/2022 Implemented
6400.141(c)(3)Documentation reflects that Individual #2 last received a TDAP vaccine in 2008. There has not been an up-to-date TDAP vaccine administered to individual. TDAP immunizations are required every 10 years.The physical examination shall include: Immunizations for individuals 18 years of age or older as recommended by the United States Public Health Service, Centers for Disease Control, Atlanta, Georgia 30333. Individual #2 moved into The Lift Center on an emergency basis on 12/22/2021. Individual #1 was residing with her natural family prior to the emergency placement. It was reported that Individual #1 had a reaction to TDAP in 2008. Her current physician refused to administer TDAP until further medical information could be provided. individual #1 mother delayed The Lift Center's ability to obtain said information. 08/24/2022 Implemented
6400.141(c)(4)Individual #2 had a physical exam on 5/6/22 which did not include a vision or hearing screening.The physical examination shall include: Vision and hearing screening for individuals 18 years of age or older, as recommended by the physician. The Lift Center contacted PCP (Star Community Health) and requested that hearing and vision be covered during the annual physical and not indicated to see a specialist. 09/06/2022 Implemented
6400.141(c)(13)Individual #1 had a physical exam dated 5/16/22. This exam did not list any allergies. The individual is allergic to halodol, Seroquel, Tegretol, Trileptal which was documented on the physical exam from 5/11/21. Individual #2 had a physical exam on 5/6/22 which did not list any allergies. However, this individual has allergies to seafood, aspirin and penicillin's. The allergies should be documented on the physical exam.The physical examination shall include: Allergies or contraindicated medications.The Lift Center will ensure that Individual #1 physical indicates allergies as document on physical exam from 5/11/21. The Lift Center returned the physical form to the PCP which was updated on 9/6/2022. 09/06/2022 Implemented
6400.141(c)(14)Individual #2 had a physical exam on 5/6/2022 which did not list any medical information pertinent to diagnosis and treatment in case of an emergency.The physical examination shall include: Medical information pertinent to diagnosis and treatment in case of an emergency. The Lift Center will request that PCP provide any/all medical information pertaining to Individual #2 diagnosis and treatment. The Lift Center will continue to become more familiar with the medical diagnosis and treatment of Individual #2. 09/07/2022 Implemented
6400.144The individual #1 is prescribed Pro Re Nata (as needed) medications which include ammonium lactate 12% cream to be used as needed for dry skin; Benadryl itch cream to be used as needed for itching; Dulcolax 5mg tablet as needed for constipation; hibiclens 4% liquid to affected area for wound care; ibuprophren 600 mg tab as needed for pain, all of which were not in the home at the time of inspection.Health services, such as medical, nursing, pharmaceutical, dental, dietary and psychological services that are planned or prescribed for the individual shall be arranged for or provided. The Lift Center contacted the PCP regarding medications that were discontinued and still reflection on Individual #1 MARs. 09/06/2022 Implemented
6400.32(r)(5)Individual #1 bedroom had a coin key lock. At the time of inspection, the inspector asked if the locks are utilized by individuals and or staff. Staff reported that the locks are not used and neither individual or staff have a key.Direct service workers who provide services to the individual shall have the key or entry device to lock and unlock the door.A new lock were installed for Individual #1 on 8/17/2022. The key to the lock is stored above Individual #1 bedroom to ensure access at all times. 08/17/2022 Implemented
6400.34(a)Individual #1and Individual #2 were not informed of their individual rights.The home shall inform and explain individual rights and the process to report a rights violation to the individual, and persons designated by the individual, upon admission to the home and annually thereafter.Individual Rights were updated and provided to Individual #1 and #2 on 8/17/2022. Management reviewed the updated Individual Rights Policy that reflected their individual right to lock their room. 08/17/2022 Implemented
6400.52(c)(3)Staff #1 had individual rights training on 4/25/2022; Staff #2 had individual rights training on 5/3/2022; and Staff #3 had individual rights training on 4/25/2022. The individual rights which staff were trained on did not reflect the most recent individual rights.The annual training hours specified in subsections (a) and (b) must encompass the following areas: Individual rights.Staff #1, Staff #2, and Staff #3 was retrained in Individual Rights 6400.32 so that it included the updated section regarding Individuals having the right to lock their doors by key, access card, keypad code or any other entry accessible to the individual. 08/26/2022 Implemented
6400.165(g)Individual #1 is prescribed Ritalin 10mg and 20mg tablets, Ativan 1mg tablet, Depakote 125mg tablets, Asenpapine 2.5 mg, Loxapine 50mg and 25 mg tablet, all of which are to treat mental/mood/behaviors and require a 3 month medication check. Individual #1 did not have psychiatric medications reviewed as required.If a medication is prescribed to treat symptoms of a psychiatric illness, there shall be a review by a licensed physician at least every 3 months that includes to document the reason for prescribing the medication, the need to continue the medication and the necessary dosage.The Lift Center requested for the provider Dr. Thomas from Haven House to conduct the required 3 months medication check on 8/17/2022. The Lift Center has not received any updated information in this area to date. 09/07/2022 Implemented
6400.166(a)(13)Individual #2 is prescribed Melatonin 10 mg to be taken at 8pm for insomnia. This medication was not initialed on the medication administration record (MAR) on the date of 8/12/22, however the blister pack was dated and initialed for 8/12/22. The staff must remember to initial the MAR at the time they administer the medication. Staff did not initial the medication administration record (MAR) on 8/5/22 or 8/17/22 for any 8am medication listed on the MAR. The blister pack containing these medications were dated and initialed for each medication on those said dates. Staff must initial the MAR at the time they dispense the medication.A medication record shall be kept, including the following for each individual for whom a prescription medication is administered: Name and initials of the person administering the medication.The Lift Center's medication trainer conducted a medication administration review for all staff who administration medication. Staff was retrained on the 5 Rs pertaining to the completion of medication administration which includes signing the Individual's MAR. Including initialing at the time of the time of the administration of said medication. 08/19/2022 Implemented
6400.167(a)(1)Individual #2 is prescribed fiber capsules for supplement at 8am, Synthroid 88mcg tab for thyroid at 7am, boost plus energy drink for supplement at 8am. These medications were not initialed on the medication administration record, nor were they initialed on the blister pack. It would suggest that the above medications were not administered on 8/4/22 by the documentation that was provided at the time of inspection.Medication errors include the following: Failure to administer a medication.The Lift Center's medication trainer conducted a medication administration review for all staff who administration medication. To ensure that staff was retrained on the 5 Rs (the right medication, right person, right time, right dose and right way of administration) pertaining to the completion of medication administration which includes signing the Individual's MAR. Including initialing at the time of the time of the administration of said medication. 08/19/2022 Implemented
6400.186At the time of the inspection there was several hygiene supplies found in Individual #1's private bathroom. Individual #1's Individual Support Plan under the safety precaution section states that hygiene supplies are to be locked. This was not implemented.The home shall implement the individual plan, including revisions.The Lift Center staff was retrained in the Safety Precaution Section on of the ISPs of all individuals residing in the home. All poisons were removed on the date of the inspection 8/17/2022 and locked in the basement closet where individuals have no access. Personal hygiene products for all individuals residing in the home were locked in a common hallway closet on 8/24/2022 08/24/2022 Implemented
6400.207(5)(I)Individual #1's Individual Support Plan reflects that Individual #1 has an ankle monitor which can track their whereabouts using GPS location in the event of an elopement. The individual is unable to remove or disarm the GPS. This is a prohibited procedure.A mechanical restraint, defined as a device that restricts the movement or function of an individual or portion of an individual's body. A mechanical restraint includes a geriatric chair, a bedrail that restricts the movement or function of the individual, handcuffs, anklets, wristlets, camisole, helmet with fasteners, muffs and mitts with fasteners, restraint vest, waist strap, head strap, restraint board, restraining sheet, chest restraint and other similar devices. A mechanical restraint does not include the use of a seat belt during movement or transportation. A mechanical restraint does not include a device prescribed by a health care practitioner for the following use or event: Post-surgical or wound care.The Lift Center removed the ankle monitor from Individual #1 ankle on 8/24/2022. 08/24/2022 Implemented
SIN-00191191 Renewal 08/11/2021 Compliant - Finalized