Inspection IDReason for InspectionInspection DateInspection Status 
SIN-00175944 Renewal 09/08/2020 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.67(a)The blinds on the window of Individual #2 bedroom were extremely difficult to raise and in need of being changed.Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces shall be in good repair. A work order has been entered with our facilities team for new blinds, and they will be installed once the new blinds arrive. All program managers and other personnel responsible for checking physical site will be retrained on regulation6400.67(a) and minimum of one safety round (see Appendix B) will be completed for each program area every two weeks. Any area in a home that is identified on the safety round form as not being in good repair will be reported to our facilities department immediately for timely correction. Person Responsible: Program Manager, facilities personnel, department director 11/11/2020 Implemented
6400.72(a)There were no screen in windows in the bedroom of Individual #2.Windows, including windows in doors, shall be securely screened when windows or doors are open. A work order has been submitted for installation of screens for the bedroom of individual #2. All program managers and other personnel responsible for checking physical site will be retrained on regulation6400.72(a) and minimum of one safety round (see Appendix B) will be completed for each program area every two weeks. Any window in a home that is identified on the safety round form as not being securely screened will be reported to our facilities department immediately for timely correction. Person Responsible: Program Manager, facilities personnel, department director 11/11/2020 Implemented
6400.73(a)The handrail leading down to the driveway from the deck became detached when handled during inspection. Each ramp, and interior stairway and outside steps exceeding two steps shall have a well-secured handrail. The handrails leading down to the driveway form the deck were secured on the date of inspection. All program managers and other personnel responsible for checking physical site will be retrained on regulation 6400.73(a) and minimum of one safety round (see Appendix B) will be completed for each program area every two weeks. Any handrail that is identified on the safety round form as not being well-secured will be reported to our facilities department immediately for timely correction. Person Responsible: Program Manager, facilities personnel, department director 11/11/2020 Implemented
6400.80(b)The deck leading off of Individual #3 bedroom, the handrails were loose on both sides facing the house. The outside of the building and the yard or grounds shall be well maintained, in good repair and free from unsafe conditions.The handrails to the deck leading off od individual #3's bedroom were secured on the date of inspection. All program managers and other personnel responsible for checking physical site will be retrained on regulation 6400.80(b) and minimum of one safety round (see Appendix B) will be completed for each program area every two weeks. Any handrail that is identified on the safety round form as not being well-secured will be reported to our facilities department immediately for timely correction. Person Responsible: Program Manager, facilities personnel, department director 11/11/2020 Implemented
6400.141(a)Individual #1 current physical was dated 7/16/2020 and the prior physical was dated 1/10/19An individual shall have a physical examination within 12 months prior to admission and annually thereafter. Individual #1 will have an annual physical scheduled prior to 7/16/20 to ensure a physical examination occurs annually. To prevent future recurrence, all healthcare professionals responsible for scheduling medical appointments will be retained on regulation 6400.141(a) during a healthcare team meeting. this will be documented on the team meeting minutes. Person responsible: primary care nurse, healthcare coordinator, nurse manager 11/11/2020 Implemented
6400.141(c)(11)Individual #1 current physical dated 7/16/2020 did not indicate health maintenance needs.The physical examination shall include: An assessment of the individual's health maintenance needs, medication regimen and the need for blood work at recommended intervals. Individual #1's physical examination dated 7/16/2020 did have the health maintenance needs section completed by the physician. See page 5 of 5 on appendix e. 10/12/2020 Implemented
6400.142(f)Individual #1 record did not contain a dental hygiene plan. It listed him as independent but there was no plan.An individual shall have a written plan for dental hygiene, unless the interdisciplinary team has documented in writing that the individual has achieved dental hygiene independence. The interdisciplinary team will meet to document in writing that individual #1 has achieved dental hygiene independence, or will create a dental hygiene plan by the target date listed. To prevent future occurrence program managers will be trained on regulation 6400.142(f) at an upcoming program manager meeting. this will be documented on the meeting minutes. Person Responsible for carrying out and oversight: Program manager, Assist. Director and Director of Programs. 11/11/2020 Implemented
SIN-00148669 Renewal 01/15/2019 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.64(a)There was a strong odor coming from the basement consistent with a dead rodent.Clean and sanitary conditions shall be maintained in the home. Our 6400.64 (a) protocol has been updated and the following procedures have been instituted; Work order was completed and floor in the basement has been stripped to be replaced with vinyl floor. Basement cleaned out. See attachment #. we will be adding to our monthly environmental checklist completed by managers/program specialists by 3/31/19. All Program Specialists/Managers will be trained on how to utilize the environmental check list by 4/30/19. The environmental check list will be completed monthly and any concerns noted will be reported to facilities within 24 hours. Target Date 4/30/2019 Person Responsible: Program Specialist/ Melmark Facilities Director. 04/30/2019 Implemented
6400.72(a)There was no screen in the deck door in the living room area. There was no screen in the deck door in individual 4 and 5's bedroom.Windows, including windows in doors, shall be securely screened when windows or doors are open. Our 6400.72 (a) protocol has been updated and the following procedures have been instituted; Work order was completed and screen door has been installed. See attachment K A check for all windows and sliding doors to have screens will be added to our monthly environmental checklist completed by managers/program specialists by 3/31/19 All Program Specialists/Managers will be trained on how to utilize the environmental check list by 4/30/19. The environmental check list will be completed monthly and any concerns noted will be reported to facilities within 24 hours. Target Date 4/30/2019. Person Responsible: Program Specialist. 04/30/2019 Implemented
SIN-00095238 Unannounced Monitoring 01/12/2016 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.62(a)Individual # 1 cannot safely use or avoid poisonous materials and four bottles of Lysol antibacterial cleaner, Purell hand sanitizer, Signature Home Dishwashing detergent Pods, Palmolive dish soap, two bottles of Off Deep wood Spray and Clorox Bleach without the lid, which indicated to contact poison control if ingested were found unlocked in various cabinets located in the kitchen. Listerine Total Care which indicated to contact poison control if ingested were found unlocked in a bathroom used by the individuals residing in the home.Poisonous materials shall be kept locked or made inaccessible to individuals. . Plan to fix the immediate problem a. Program Manager, Assistant Director, Director or designees will be responsible for ensuring that all homes keep poisonous chemicals locked up when not in use. b. The problem was corrected immediately and all chemicals required to be stored in a locked location were moved to a lock location. (see attachments 4-6) c. WHEN and HOW See attachment 2 for the full process of inspecting the homes ¿ All items were moved to a locked location (see attachments 4-6) ¿ All other 6400 homes are inspected regularly to ensure all poisonous materials remain locked (see attachment 3) ¿ All homes will continue to be monitored with the facility¿s updated safety round process (see attachment 2) 2. A plan to prevent future occurrences ¿ See attachment 2 for the facilitys updated process to monitor and correct future occurrences. 3. Facility staff training: ¿ All staff responsible for carrying out the facilitys new process (attachment 2) will be trained on this process no later than 7/15/2016. 4. Send documents that will enable us to validate that the new plan is up and running. ¿ See attachment 3 (Program staff will conduct safety rounds by using a checklist to ensure all areas are in compliance at the end of the shift including the proper storage of poisonous substances, the removal of lint from dryers and environmental concerns. Program Managers or designated Lead Staff member will conduct monthly rounds twice per month using the safety round checklist as well as The Facilities Department will conduct monthly safety rounds using the safety round checklist. Assistant Directors and Directors are responsible for conducting spot checks to ensure any area of deficiency has been reported and corrected. DS 07.05.16) 07/15/2016 Implemented
6400.76(a)There was a tennis ball size amount of lint found in the dryer. Furniture and equipment shall be nonhazardous, clean and sturdy. a. Program Manager, Assistant Director, Director or designees will be responsible for ensuring that all homes remain in compliance with regard to physical plant b. The problem was corrected immediately and Individual lint was removed from the dryer c. WHEN and HOW ¿ See attachment 2 for the full process of inspecting the homes ¿ The dryer lint was removed immediately ¿ All other 6400 homes are inspected regularly to ensure all homes are in compliance with regulatory guidelines (see attachment 3) ¿ All homes will continue to be monitored with the facility¿s updated safety round process (see attachment 2) 2. A plan to prevent future occurrences ¿ See attachment 2 for the facility¿s updated process to monitor and correct future occurrences. 3. Facility staff training: ¿ All staff responsible for carrying out the facility¿s new process (attachment 2) will be trained on this process no later than 7/15/2016. 4. Send documents that will enable us to validate that the new plan is up and running. ¿ See attachment 3 (Program staff will conduct safety rounds by using a checklist to ensure all areas are in compliance at the end of the shift including the proper storage of poisonous substances, the removal of lint from dryers and environmental concerns. Program Managers or designated Lead Staff member will conduct monthly rounds twice per month using the safety round checklist as well as The Facilities Department will conduct monthly safety rounds using the safety round checklist. Assistant Directors and Directors are responsible for conducting spot checks to ensure any area of deficiency has been reported and corrected. DS 07.05/.16) 07/15/2016 Implemented
SIN-00077731 Renewal 05/27/2015 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.77(b)The first aid kit did not contain a thermometer. A first aid kit shall contain antiseptic, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, a thermometer, tweezers, tape, scissors and syrup of Ipecac, if an individual 4 years of age or younger, or an individual likely to ingest poisons, is served. A thermometer was added to the first aid kit. Managers will be retrained in requirements for contents of first aid kits by 7/15/2015. Managers will complete safety rounds monthly to verify that all first aid kits contain all required items. Results of safety rounds will be reviewed by program director. 07/15/2015 Implemented
6400.112(c)The fire drill record for September of 2014 was not available at the time of inspection. The fire drill record, dated 11/8/14, did not include the amount of time it took for evacuation. 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. All Managers will be trained in fire drill reporting requirements including requirements to document evacuation time. In order to ensure the required items are preserved in a record, the completed drill record will be emailed to director and printed. Status of completion of all drill records will be reviewed monthly as part of melmark leadership scorecard which is submitted to VP of Adult Services 07/15/2015 Implemented
SIN-00238262 Renewal 09/06/2023 Compliant - Finalized
SIN-00110189 Renewal 09/07/2016 Compliant - Finalized