Inspection IDReason for InspectionInspection DateInspection Status 
SIN-00220424 Renewal 02/28/2023 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.15(a)The home's self-assessment, completed on 1/30/23, the agency certificate of compliance expires 8/27/2023.The agency shall complete a self-assessment of each home the agency operates serving eight or fewer individuals, within 3 to 6 months prior to the expiration date of the agency¿s certificate of compliance, to measure and record compliance with this chapter. LIIs are scheduled to be completed beginning on the week of 3/20/23. Once completed, the LIIs will be turned into the Director of Compliance for review and to maintain. 05/27/2023 Implemented
6400.80(a)On 3/1/23 at 11:43 AM, a 9' by 3' patch of heavy moss, approximately 1.5" to 1" thick in several areas, was observed spanning across on the concrete patio outside of the sliding door from Individual #3's bedroom causing a slippery surface. Outside walkways shall be free from ice, snow, obstructions and other hazards. The moss was removed on 3/20/23. All Supervisors were instructed to confirm that their sites outdoor areas are clear and in good repair by 3/24/23. 03/20/2023 Implemented
6400.101On 3/1/23, the sliding glass door located off the kitchen was observed at 11:30 AM with an additional kick-lock at the bottom right corner of the door adjacent to the guiding track that is engaged by depressing the mechanism by foot. [Repeated Violation---3/29/22.]Stairways, halls, doorways, passageways and exits from rooms and from the building shall be unobstructed. The kick lock was removed on 3/10/23. All Supervisors were instructed to confirm that there were no blocked egresses in their sites by 3/17/23. The Site Supervisors were instructed to confirm that all doors and exits are clear by 3/24/23. 03/10/2023 Implemented
6400.104The home's Local Fire Department Notification Letter did not include the exact location of the individuals' bedrooms.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. Letters to the local Fire Department were updated to include bedroom locations and mailed on 3/20/23. All supervisors were instructed to review their letters and confirm that they include the location of bedrooms and are accurate with the needs of the individuals no later than 3/17/23. 03/20/2023 Implemented
6400.141(a)Individual #1 had physical examinations completed on 2/26/21 and subsequently on 3/16/22.An individual shall have a physical examination within 12 months prior to admission and annually thereafter. All Site Supervisors were instructed to report the last physical completion date to Res Management no later than 3/31/23. Res Management will maintain physical dates and confirm that physicals for 2023 are scheduled within annual time frames and monitor physical due dates. 03/31/2023 Implemented
6400.142(g)Individual #1's record included a dental hygiene plan completed on 10/27/22 but did not contain such a plan for 2021. Individual #1's 3/14/22 assessment indicates that they are not dental-hygiene independent.A dental hygiene plan shall be rewritten at least annually. All Site Supervisors were instructed to report the last dential completion date to Res Management no later than 3/24/23. Res Management will maintain physical dates and confirm that dental appointments for 2023 are scheduled within annual time frames and monitor due dates. 03/24/2023 Implemented
6400.214(b)On 3/1/23 at 11:05 AM, Individual #1's current three-month psychiatric medication reviews conducted by a licensed physician were not found at the home. Individual #1 is prescribed psychotropic medication. The most current copies of record information required in § 6400.213(2)¿(14) shall be kept at the residential home. All Site Supervisors were instructed to report the last psychiatric completion date to Res Management no later than 3/31/23. Res Management will maintain physical dates and confirm that psychiatric appointments for 2023 are scheduled within annual time frames and monitor due dates. 03/31/2023 Implemented
6400.18(i)EIM Incident # 9148198 for Serious Illness has a discovery date of 1/7/23 with a final report due date of 2/6/23. No extensions have been requested, and no final report has been submitted.The home shall finalize the incident report through the Department's information management system or on a form specified by the Department within 30 days of discovery of the incident by a staff person unless the home notifies the Department in writing that an extension is necessary and the reason for the extension.All open incidents that were near or over 30 days were reviewed and had an extension filed or were finalized on 3/17/23. On Monday mornings, the Director of Risk Management will provide a report of all open incidents to Residential Management. The incidents will be discussed every Friday morning with the Risk Dir and Residential Management. Quarterly, the Risk Manager will meet with the interagency Risk Management team to discuss incidents and trends. Documentation of all provided reports and meetings will be kept by the assisgned manager. 03/17/2023 Implemented
6400.32(r)Individual #2 signed form on 1/5/23 requesting a bedroom door lock. On 3/1/23 at 11:40 AM, Individual #2's bedroom door was observed with a privacy lock that can be opened with a common straight-edged object.An individual has the right to lock the individual's bedroom door.The individuals lock was replaced on 3/10/23. All Site Supervisors were instructed to review their individuals client rights packets no later than 3/24/23 and confirm the individuals who have requested a bedroom lock. Locks will be visually checked to ensure they allow adequate privacy. Requests to maintenance will be made for any inadequate locks by 3/31/23. 03/10/2023 Implemented
6400.165(g)Individual #1 is prescribed psychotropic medication. Their record includes three-month medication reviews by a licensed physician for the following dates: 9/27/22 and 1/30/23.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.All Site Supervisors were instructed to report the last psychiatric completion date to Res Management no later than 3/31/23. Res Management will maintain physical dates and confirm that psychiatric appointments for 2023 are scheduled within annual time frames and monitor due dates. 03/31/2023 Implemented
6400.181(f)Individual #1's 3/14/22 assessment was sent to members of their individual plan team on 3/16/22. Individual #1's Individual Plan Annual Review Meeting was held on 4/13/22.The program specialist shall provide the assessment to the individual plan team members at least 30 calendar days prior to an individual plan meeting.An updated letter was created for the Program Specialists to provide to Supports Coordinators when mailing a functional assessment based on last years ISP date if an upcoming ISP has not been scheduled on 3/19/23. The letter will outline the need to schedule the ISP within required time frames. 03/19/2023 Implemented
SIN-00184014 Renewal 02/23/2021 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.106The furnace inspection was completed on 9/27/19 and then again 12/01/20.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 Director of Res spoke to the Maintenance Director regarding time frames for annual furnance inspections. A tentative date was scheduled for furnace inspections for 2021 in September. Furnance inspections will be added for discussion to the Health and Safety agenda for the September and October meetings as a reminder for upcoming inspections and subsequent review of completed inspections by the Health and Safety Committee.[Documentation of all audits and trainings shall be kept (DPOC by RM, HSLS on 3/25/2021)] 03/10/2021 Implemented
6400.112(f)All monthly fire drills conducted between 10/30/19 and 2/18/21 used the front door as the exit route. The home has two exits.Alternate exit routes shall be used during fire drills. All Site Supervisors were training on proper evacuation procedures on 3/1/21. Every quarter for the next year, fire drill logs will be reviewed by the AD of Residential for 10% of all sites. The AD will review that alternate exits were used, evacuation times, varying dates/times for fire drills and that only "man doors" were used during the fire drill. Documenation of the review will be maintained.[Documentation of all audits and trainings shall be kept (DPOC by RM, HSLS on 3/25/2021)] 03/01/2021 Implemented
SIN-00125479 Renewal 12/04/2017 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.15(a)The agency did not complete a self-assessment of the home. The expiration of the agency's certificate of compliance was 8/27/17.The agency shall complete a self-assessment of each home the agency operates serving eight or fewer individuals, within 3 to 6 months prior to the expiration date of the agency¿s certificate of compliance, to measure and record compliance with this chapter. The Assistant Director who did not complete the self-assessments was terminated and the Residential Dept. was restructured in October 2017 to have 1 Asst. Director overseeing all of the sites. Effective 2018, the Asst. Director will complete all of the self-assessments. The self-assessments will be turned in to the Residential Director no later than 4 months prior to the expiration on the license to be checked for accuracy and completion. The Residential Director will maintain all documentation of self-assessments.[Upon receipt of the current Certificate of Compliance the Assistant Director and the Residential Director shall develop and implement at tracking system to ensure timely completion of all self-assessments. Documentation of aforementioned audits by the Residential Director shall be kept. (AS 12/21/17)] 12/05/2017 Implemented
6400.112(d)The time for the individuals to evacuate the home for the fire drill held on 1/10/17 was 2 minutes and 45 seconds. The home does not have an extended evacuation time specified in writing by a fire safety expert.Individuals shall be able to evacuate the entire building, or to a fire safe area designated in writing within the past year by a fire safety expert, within 2 1/2 minutes or within the period of time specified in writing within the past year by a fire safety expert. The fire safety expert may not be an employee of the home or agency. Staff assistance shall be provided to an individual only if staff persons are always present at the home while the individual is at the home.Site Supervisors will be retrained on fire drill requirements no later than 12/22/17. All staff will be retrained on evacuation procedures at the monthly staff meeting in January. All staff will also be retrained on reporting guidelines for any fire drill that takes longer than 2.5 minutes. Site Supervisors will audit Fire Drill documentation monthly and audited quarterly by the Program Specialist and/or Asst. Director. Documentation of completed audits will be maintained in the Residential office. 12/22/2017 Implemented
6400.141(c)(3)Individual #1's physical examination completed 3/16/17 denoted the most recent immunization for the tetanus diphtheria immunization was 10/27/07.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. All Site Supervisors will communication immunization histories for their individuals to the Program Specialists no later than 12/31/17 in addition to the physical due dates for each individual. The Program Specialists shall compile and maintain a spreadsheet of all applicable due dates and communicate this to the Site Supervisors a month prior to the individual¿s physical appointment. The Site Supervisors will provide the Program Specialists with a copy of the individual¿s physical no more than 48 hours after the completion of the physical paperwork to review for accuracy. The Program Specialist will initial the physical when it is approved and completed in its entirety. Documentation of the check will be maintained in the Residential office. 12/31/2017 Implemented
6400.141(c)(6)Individual #1's Tuberculin skin testing was completed 2/25/15 and then again 6/22/17.The physical examination shall include: Tuberculin skin testing by Mantoux method with negative results every 2 years for individuals 1 year of age or older; or, if tuberculin skin test is positive, an initial chest x-ray with results noted. All Site Supervisors will communication immunization histories for their individuals to the Program Specialists no later than 12/31/17 in addition to the physical due dates for each individual. The Program Specialists shall compile and maintain a spreadsheet of all applicable due dates and communicate this to the Site Supervisors a month prior to the individual¿s physical appointment. The Site Supervisors will provide the Program Specialists with a copy of the individual¿s physical no more than 48 hours after the completion of the physical paperwork to review for accuracy. The Program Specialist will initial the physical when it is approved and completed in its entirety. Documentation of the check will be maintained in the Residential office. 12/31/2017 Implemented
6400.141(c)(9)The most recent prostate examination for Individual #1, date of birth 6/15/68 was completed 4/26/16.The physical examination shall include: A prostate examination for men 40 years of age or older.All Site Supervisors will communication immunization histories for their individuals to the Program Specialists no later than 12/31/17 in addition to the physical due dates for each individual. The Program Specialists shall compile and maintain a spreadsheet of all applicable due dates and communicate this to the Site Supervisors a month prior to the individual¿s physical appointment. The Site Supervisors will provide the Program Specialists with a copy of the individual¿s physical no more than 48 hours after the completion of the physical paperwork to review for accuracy. The Program Specialist will initial the physical when it is approved and completed in its entirety. Documentation of the check will be maintained in the Residential office. [Individual #1 has a prostate examination scheduled for January 9, 2018. Aforementioned plan of correction to included tracking, communications, audits and documentation shall be implemented for individuals' prostate examinations to ensure timely completion. (AS 12/22/17)] 12/31/2017 Implemented
6400.164(a)Cerovite Advanced Form TA, take one tablet by mouth daily prescribed for Individual #1 was listed on the Individual #1's November 2017 medication administration record as Cerovite Advanced Form TA, take one tablespoonful by mouth daily.A medication log listing the medications prescribed, dosage, time and date that prescription medications, including insulin, were administered and the name of the person who administered the prescription medication or insulin shall be kept for each individual who does not self-administer medication. All MARS for each individual will be reviewed to ensure the log matches the label and Site Supervisors will be retrained on this regulation no later than 12/22/17. The Program Specialists and/or Asst. Director will complete quarterly audits of each individuals MAR at least quarterly. Documentation of all MAR audits will be maintained in the Residential office. [At least monthly for 1 year and then continuing at least quarterly, a designated staff person certified to administer medications shall review all medication administration records, medications and doctor orders to ensure all individual are administered medications as prescribed and documented as required. (AS 12/21/17)] 12/22/2017 Implemented
6400.168(d)Direct Service Worker #1's most recent annual medication administration training was completed 6/7/16. Direct Service Worker #1 administered Individual #1's medications on 11/1/17 to 11/4/17, 11/10/17, 11/11/17, 11/18/17, and 11/28/17 at 5:00PM and 8:00PM.A staff person who administers prescription medications and insulin injections to an individual shall complete and pass the Medications Administration Course Practicum annually. Training completion dates of all DSW¿s were reviewed 12/8/17 by the Program Specialists and Asst. Director. A spreadsheet of all training due dates was compiled by the Program Specialists and will be used to communicate monthly to the Site Supervisors any due dates for DSWs at their sites. The Asst. Director will review training dates semiannually to determine that no Med Admin Certifications have expired. Any staff who are not currently certified to pass medications will not pass medications until all training requirements have been satisfied, no later than January 2018. 12/08/2017 Implemented
SIN-00072066 Renewal 11/13/2014 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.31(b)The most recent statement signed and dated by Individual #1 acknowledging receipt of the information on rights was dated 6/4/13.Statements signed and dated by the individual, or the individual's parent, guardian or advocate, if appropriate, acknowledging receipt of the information on rights upon admission and annually thereafter, shall be kept. The client rights statement will be reviewed and signed at the annual ISP meeting. This requirement will be reviewed with the Program Specialist who will be responsible for monitoring and maintaining individual records 12/21/2014 Implemented
6400.81(k)(6)The bedroom for Individual # 1 did not have a mirror. In bedrooms, each individual shall have the following: A mirror. A mirror was hung on the back of the individual's bedroom door. This requirement will be reviewed with all Site Supervisors. 12/21/2014 Implemented
6400.112(f)Fire drill records dated from 9/20/13 to 11/10/14 used the front door as the exit for all drills. Alternate exit routes shall be used during fire drills. A ramp was added to the outside of the sliding glass doors leading to the back patio. This alternate exit will be used at least quarterly which will be documented on the fire drill record. 12/21/2014 Implemented
6400.181(f)The assessment for Individual # 1, dated 5/2/14, was not sent to the SC or plan team members.(f) The program specialist shall provide the assessment to the SC, as applicable, and plan team members at least 30 calendar days prior to an ISP meeting for the development, annual update and revision of the ISP under § § 2380.182, 2390.152, 6400.182 and 6500.152 (relating to development, annual update and revision of the ISP). The Prog. Specialist will send the assessment to the SC as required. The email showing that the assessment was sent will be printed and filed in the individual's record. 12/21/2014 Implemented
6400.186(c)(1)A three month review was not completed for Individual # 1 for the period of 1/1/14 to 3/30/14.The ISP review must include the following: A review of the monthly documentation of an individual's participation and progress during the prior 3 months toward ISP outcomes supported by services provided by the residential home licensed under this chapter. The Program Specialist will establish a spreadsheet to track and monitor the completion of all 3 month reviews. This spreadsheet will be submitted to IDD Asst. Director for review each month 12/21/2014 Implemented
SIN-00054191 Renewal 09/24/2013 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.46(d)Staff #1 had 23 hours of annual training in the 2012 training year. (d) Program specialists and direct service workers who are employed for more than 40 hours per month shall have at least 24 hours of training relevant to human services annually. Staff failed to obtain 24 hours of annual training. The Site Supervisor did not properly audit the staff¿s record to recognize the issue and offer training prior to the end of the training year. Site Supervisors will perform monthly reviews of staff¿s training records on the on-line program record and provide feedback to staff as well as a copy of their trainings to date. Supervisors will be trained in the process at the next staff meeting [Staff #1 will have 25 hours of annual training for the 2013 training year. (CHG 10/24/13)] 10/09/2013 Implemented
6400.81(k)(6)There was no mirror in Individual #1's bedroom.(6) A mirror. Individual #1's mirror was re-hung on the day of inspection (9/24/13). Site Supervisors were reminded of this regulation at the staff meeting on 10/16. ADs were reminded to check for this when completing site reviews. 10/16/2013 Implemented
6400.105A water tank furnace in an enclosed area -- near the kitchen -- contained a long-handled duster and a furnace filter with a plastic wrap, touching the tank -- which presented a fire hazard. Flammable and combustible supplies and equipment shall be utilized safely and stored away from heat sources. Flammable and combustible supplies/equipment were removed from the furnace area on the day of inspection (9/24/13). Site Supervisors were reminded of this regulation at the staff meeting on 10/16. ADs were reminded to check for this when completing site reviews. (Site supervisors will be trained in the potential fire safety hazards regarding heat sources by 12/1/13. A Director/Quality Assurance Representative will perform monthly site audits and document the presence/absence of flammable/combustible supplies located near heat sources. (CHG 10/24/13)] 10/16/2013 Implemented
6400.112(c)A review of a fire drill log showed that drill conducted on 5/27/2013 does not include the amount of time it took for evacuation. (c) 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. Site Supervisor failed to review documentation to ensure proper completion of fire drill log. Supervisors were reminded of proper documentation of fire drill logs at staff meeting. (10/16/13). [Site supervisor will trained on the documentation requirements for the fire drill log on 10/16/13. The Director/Quality Assurance Representive will audit the fire drill logs monthly to ensure that they contain all of the requirements. (CHG 10/24/13)] 10/16/2013 Implemented
6400.213(1)(i)The picture for Individual #2 was not dated, therefore it could not be determined that the picture was taken within the last two years. (The individual's date of admission was 11/22/1997.)Each individual's record must include the following information: (1) Personal information including: (i) The name, sex, admission date, birthdate and social security number. (iii) The language or means of communication spoken or understood by the individual and the primary language used in the individual's natural home, if other than English. (ii) The race, height, weight, color of hair, color of eyes and identifying marks.(iv) The religious affiliation. (v) The next of kin. (vi) A current, dated photograph. A new dated photo was taken and placed in individual¿s binder (10/3/13) The issue was not noticed during self-assessments. The ADs were reminded to examine this in the future, while completing LII. Supervisors will ensure that all photos will be dated before placing in the client record. Supervisors will be reminded of this process at the next staff meeting (10/9/13) [Supervisors will perform an audit of all individuals records by 12/1/13 to ensure they contain a current, dated photograph. The Director/Quality Assurance Representative will complete an audit of a sample of individual records monthly to ensure they contain all required information included the current, dated photograph. Documentation of the monthly audit will be kept. (CHG 10/24/13)] 10/03/2013 Implemented