Inspection IDReason for InspectionInspection DateInspection Status 
SIN-00228870 Renewal 09/19/2023 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.72(b)The Egress door from the staff room is sticking on the top left side of the door. Screens, windows and doors shall be in good repair. - Director of Residential Services provided in person training to Program Specialists and Program Managers on 10/25/2023 regarding regulation 72b by completing the monthly home/site checklist (the checklist ensures screens, windows and doors will be in good repair) accurately and on time and a work order to the Agency's maintenance department is entered for any items found not to be in good working condition. The training discussed the importance of the home/site checklist supports the health and safety of the individuals. - The Valley Road home egress door was repaired on 09/26/2023 by the Agency's maintenance department. 10/30/2023 Implemented
6400.104Most recent fire department notification letter is dated 6/20/22 and states that three Individuals reside at this address. This information is inaccurate and the 3rd individual passed on December 16, 2022. There is currently only two individuals residing in the home and the fire department notification letter has not been updated accordingly.The home shall notify the local fire department in writing of the address of the home and the exact location of the bedrooms of individuals who need assistance evacuating in the event of an actual fire. The notification shall be kept current. - Director of Residential Services provided written training to Program Specialists on 10/05/2023 and an in-person training to Program Specialists on 10/25/2023 regarding regulation 104 stating the Program Specialist shall notify the local fire department in writing of the address of the home and the exact location of the bedrooms of individuals who need assistance evacuating in the event of an actual fire. The training also included the notification needs to be kept current by notifying the fire department in writing of any change occurring with number of individuals in the home and bedroom changes in the home. - The Program Specialist notified the fire department in writing the address of the home, the number of individuals in the home and where the bedrooms are located on 10-2-23. 10/30/2023 Implemented
6400.106Documentation states that the furnace was serviced and cleaned on 3/17/2023. Previous furnace documentation shows that the last cleaning/service was completed on 12/18/2020. These dates are out of annual compliance for cleaning and service.Furnaces shall be inspected and cleaned at least annually by a professional furnace cleaning company. Written documentation of the inspection and cleaning shall be kept. The management team was retrained in this regulation by Director of Residential Services Leo Marcantonis on 10-5-23. The residential management will be further retrained on this regulation in an in-person training on October 25th. 10/13/2023 Implemented
6400.32(r)(4)The Lock on Individual # 1's bedroom door requires a flathead screwdriver to unlock. Staff did not have a way to unlock the door in case of an emergency.The locking mechanism shall allow easy and immediate access by the individual and staff persons in the event of an emergency.- Director of Residential Services provided written training to all Residential staff and Agency's maintenance staff on 10/09/2023 and an in-person training to Program Specialists and Supervisors on 10/25/2023 regarding regulation 32r4 stating that all individual doors with a locking mechanism have a key readily available for staff to assist in case of an emergency. - The Program Specialists and Supervisors were trained on 10/25/2023 that each home will a designated area to keep the keys and have the location of the keys listed on the Daily Operation of the Home form. The Daily Operation of the Home form is kept in the staff communication book. The staff were trained to have this completed by 11-1-23. The staff were trained to have this form updated any time a change occurs. - The lock on the Individual #1s bedroom door at the Valley Road home was replaced by the Agency's maintenance department on 09/26/2023. 10/30/2023 Implemented
SIN-00210878 Renewal 09/06/2022 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.22(d)(1)Individual #1's financial record was not current and up to date. Individual #1's ending balance for August 2022 was $33.05. The beginning balance for September 2022 was $33.01. The ending balance and cash on hand for September 2022 was short by 4 cents.The home shall keep an up-to-date financial and property record for each individual that includes the following: Personal possessions and funds received by or deposited with the home. The 4 cents were added back to Individual #1's current financial envelope on 9-12-22. All staff were retrained on the importance of correct accounting and math procedures required to balance individual's petty cash accounts. Staff were retrained on the practice of counts of all petty cash accounts. This was completed on 9-12-22. 10/03/2022 Implemented
6400.113(c)At the time of the inspection, there was no documentation that Individual #1 completed fire safety training on 6/20/22, their date of admission. A written record of fire safety training, including the content of the training and a list of the individuals attending, shall be kept.The written record was updated with the date fire safety training was completed on 6-20-22. All staff were retrained on the importance of proper documentation and record keeping of training events, specifically fire safety training. This was completed on 9-22-22. 10/03/2022 Implemented
6400.141(c)(1)The most recent physical exam completed on 5/17/22 for Individual #1 does not include a medical history.The physical examination shall include: A review of previous medical history. A medical history was attached to the 5-17-21 physical but was not uploaded during the annual licensing inspection. It has since been attached to the annual physical. All staff were retrained on the importance of including an annual and accurate medical history with the annual physical. This was completed on 9-22-22. 10/03/2022 Implemented
6400.141(c)(14)The most recent physical completed for Individual #1 on 5/17/22 does not address the information pertinent to diagnose/treat in the event of an emergency.The physical examination shall include: Medical information pertinent to diagnosis and treatment in case of an emergency. The physician wrote on the physical (see attachment) for diagnoses and other pertinent information required by regulation on the annual physical. The attachment was not uploaded during licensing inspection. It has been added to the annual physical packet as an attachment. Also, all staff were retrained on the need to include all relevant attachments with the annual physical as well as to make sure all annual physicals include medical information pertinent to the diagnosis and treatment in case of emergencies. This was completed on 9-22-22. 10/03/2022 Implemented
6400.181(a)(Repeated Violation -- 3/23/22) Individual #1's date of admission was 6/20/22. The assessment was to be completed by 8/19/22. At the time of the 9/9/22 inspection, the assessment was not completed. Each individual shall have an initial assessment within 1 year prior to or 60 calendar days after admission to the residential home and an updated assessment annually thereafter. The initial assessment must include an assessment of adaptive behavior and level of skills completed within 6 months prior to admission to the residential home. The assessment was completed and sent out on 9-23-22. Management staff were retrained on 9-23-22 on the requirements and time frames of a new individual moving into the department. All staff were retrained on the requirements of the 60-day assessment and 90 day ISP meeting upon moving in new individuals to the department. 10/03/2022 Implemented
6400.18(b)(2)Individual #1 did not receive their 8pm dose of Famotidine on 8/23/22. To date, this medication error had not been reported to EIM.The home shall report the following incidents, alleged incidents and suspected incidents through the Department's information management system or on a form specified by the Department within 72 hours of discovery by a staff person: A medication error as specified in § 6400.166 (relating to medication errors), if the medication was ordered by a health care practitioner.A med error for the missed 8-23-22 dose of Famotidine at 8pm was entered into the EIM system. Staff were retrained on the importance of timely reporting and specifically med error reporting in the EIM system within 72 hours of discovery. EOCS (Emergency On-Call System) staff were also retrained on the importance of timely reporting and specifically on med error reporting in to the EIM system within 72 hours of discovery. This was completed on 9-22-22. 10/03/2022 Implemented
6400.167(a)(1)(Repeated Violation -- 9/7/21) On 7/4/22, there is no documentation that Individual #1 received their 8pm dose of Quetiapine 200mg.Medication errors include the following: Failure to administer a medication.A med error for the missed 7-4-22 dose of Quetiapine 200mg at 8pm was entered into the EIM system. Staff were retrained on the importance of timely reporting and specifically med error reporting in the EIM system within 72 hours of discovery. EOCS (Emergency On-Call System) staff were also retrained on the importance of timely reporting and specifically on med error reporting in to the EIM system within 72 hours of discovery. This was completed on 9-22-22. 10/03/2022 Implemented
6400.169(a)(Repeated Violation -- 3/23/22) Staff person #1 did not complete the required number of observations within the required timeframe for their initial Medication Administration Training timeframe. Staff person #1's initial training indicates that they were fully trained as of 1/21/22, however, because more than 30 days had passed after the written test, which was taken 11/22/21, staff person #1 was required to have 6 observations. This staff person only had 5 when considered fully certified. In order to meet Medication Administration requirements, Staff person #1 would have at to have 9 observations by 5/16/22. To date, this staff person has not completed these observations and must complete the entire Medication Administration course to be qualified to administer medications. Staff person #1 has been administering medications to Individual #1 while uncertified.A staff person who has successfully completed a Department-approved medications administration course, including the course renewal requirements may administer medications, injections, procedures and treatments as specified in § 6400.162 (relating to medication administration).Staff person #1 was instructed to immediately halt administration of medication until they repeat the medication administration training course in its entirety. Staff person # 1 attended the training course on 9-23-22. Staff were retrained on the requirements of medication administration training specifically the requirement to complete the initial practicum within 30 days of the passing of their initial medication training course. 10/03/2022 Implemented
SIN-00154505 Renewal 06/18/2019 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.144At a dental appointment on 11/15/18, the dentist recommended "Suggest Pt. be seen by an office that offers sedation due to severe period. Issues and crowded teeth." There is no record of this appointment taking place.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. Corrective Action: The Associate Director recognizes ¿ with the utmost understanding ¿ the importance of 144 and following physician orders to completion and how this is practically a prerequisite for assurance of individual health and wellbeing. There is no record of follow up with Individual #1¿s dental recommendation to consult a dental office that offers sedation due to severe periodontal issues and crowded teeth because there was no follow up due to the recommendation being totally overlooked. It was admittedly missed, by the associate director and the then program supervisor, who resigned the position in January of 2019. Corrective action now, and in direct repose to the 144 citation, will be accomplished in the form of an electronic tracking sheet for each individual, shared by the Associate Director and Program Supervisor, which includes a section of recommendations for each appointment wherein recommendations will be logged after each appointment by the program supervisor and checked regularly by the Associate Director to assure a two step check will be the norm. The Associate Director will double check the tracker when appointment summaries are submitted to assure any recommendations have been logged. This two-step check will assure no future recommendations are missed. Currently, the Program Supervisor in talks with insurance regarding approved providers for the individual¿s dental recommendations. The appointment will be made as soon as an approved provider is identified. 07/11/2019 Implemented
6400.163(c)Individual #1 had a quarterly medication review on 08/15/18, 11/26/18, 03/06/19, and 06/06/19. The 03/06/19 was late, as it is not subject to a 15 day grace period. If a medication is prescribed to treat symptoms of a diagnosed psychiatric illness, there shall be a review with documentation by a licensed physician at least every 3 months that includes the reason for prescribing the medication, the need to continue the medication and the necessary dosage.Corrective Action: The Associate Director and Program Supervisor understand and appreciate 163(c). This regulation is important to ensure the health of each individual prescribed psychiatric medication(s) due to potential side effects, effectiveness, and, sometimes, prevent toxicity. Regulatory Clarifications ¿ April 2016 (6400.141(a) was also read and understood (i.e., Unless there is a specific grace period or timeline specified in the applicable section, a 5-day flex or grace period is allowed for any item that has a time line of less than one year. This does NOT apply to the following: Inspecting fire extinguishers (6400.111(f) and/or conducting fire drills (6400.112(a)). The 3 Month Medication review dated 03.06.2019 was late, and consequently did not accomplish the goal of assuring individual #1¿s wellbeing. This happened due to a staff person cancelling and rescheduling the appointment. The 3 Month Medication Reviews for all individuals prescribed psychotropic medication(s), will be closely tracked with a uniform and shared electronic appointment tracker. The tracker was introduced and explained to relevant program supervisors, who, in addition to the Associate Director, will continue to check, update, and date regularly, multiple times throughout the month, to assure future 3 Month Medication Review appointments are not late. Also, and especially relevant to this 163(c) citation, all DSP staff were trained on scheduled appointments (i.e., DSP staff are not authorized to call doctor offices and cancel 3 Month Medication Review appointments, or any other appointment, and reschedule a more convenient date/time without authorization from management.). This corrective action was completed on 07.08.2019. 07/08/2019 Implemented
SIN-00079664 Renewal 03/31/2015 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.101The side door in living room area had a slide lock near top of door. One individual in home is in a wheelchair and the other two individuals cannot manipulate the lock,Stairways, halls, doorways, passageways and exits from rooms and from the building shall be unobstructed. At the time of the licensing inspection when the sliding lock was discovered, it was immediately removed by Laurie Kleynen, Director. In order to prevent future occurrences, a review of Regulation 101 specifically regarding exits from rooms and the home, was reviewed with all Program Specialists to verify compliance currently and in the future. A thorough assessment occurred to verify each individual, who is capable of opening doors, could manipulate the type of locking mechanism on the door of each home. Any violations were corrected immediately. 04/28/2015 Implemented
6400.181(e)(13)(ii)Indvidual #1's assessment did not include progress over the last 365 calendar days and current level in motor and communications skills.The assessment must include the following information: The individual's progress over the last 365 calendar days and current level in the following areas: Motor and communication skills. The assessment for Individual #1 was reviewed by the Program Specialist. The PS compared the current assessment to the previous assessment noting progress in this section over the last 365 calendar days. This information is included in individual #1's current assessment. This review occurred on 4/28/15. To prevent future occurrences, regulation 181(e)(13)(I-IX) regarding Progress and Growth was reviewed with all Program Specialists. They have been trained in their responsibilities of including progress over the last 365 calendar days and current level of skill in this area. This training occurred on 4/28/15. 04/28/2015 Implemented
6400.181(e)(13)(v)Indvidual #1's assessment did not include progress over the last 365 calendar days and current level in socialization.The assessment must include the following information: The individual's progress over the last 365 calendar days and current level in the following areas: Socialization. The assessment for Individual #1 was reviewed by the Program Specialist. The PS compared the current assessment to the previous assessment noting progress in this section over the last 365 calendar days. This information is included in individual #1's current assessment. This review occurred on 4/28/15. To prevent future occurrences, regulation 181(e)(13)(I-IX) regarding Progress and Growth was reviewed with all Program Specialists. They have been trained in their responsibilities of including progress over the last 365 calendar days and current level of skill in this area. This training occurred on 4/28/15. 04/28/2015 Implemented
6400.181(e)(13)(viii)Indvidual #1's assessment did not include progress over the last 365 calendar days and current level in managing personal property.The assessment must include the following information: The individual's progress over the last 365 calendar days and current level in the following areas: Managing personal property. The assessment for Individual #1 was reviewed by the Program Specialist. The PS compared the current assessment to the previous assessment noting progress in this section over the last 365 calendar days. This information is included in individual #1's current assessment. This review occurred on 4/28/15. To prevent future occurrences, regulation 181(e)(13)(I-IX) regarding Progress and Growth was reviewed with all Program Specialists. They have been trained in their responsibilities of including progress over the last 365 calendar days and current level of skill in this area. This training occurred on 4/28/15. 04/28/2015 Implemented
6400.181(e)(13)(ix)Indvidual #1's assessment did not include progress over the last 365 calendar days and current level in community-integration.The assessment must include the following information: The individual's progress over the last 365 calendar days and current level in the following areas: Community-integration.The assessment for Individual #1 was reviewed by the Program Specialist. The PS compared the current assessment to the previous assessment noting progress in this section over the last 365 calendar days. This information is included in individual #1's current assessment. This review occurred on 4/28/15. To prevent future occurrences, regulation 181(e)(13)(I-IX) regarding Progress and Growth was reviewed with all Program Specialists. They have been trained in their responsibilities of including progress over the last 365 calendar days and current level of skill in this area. This training occurred on 4/28/15. 04/28/2015 Implemented
SIN-00105075 Renewal 02/07/2017 Compliant - Finalized