Inspection IDReason for InspectionInspection DateInspection Status 
SIN-00215904 Renewal 12/21/2022 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.62(a)There was Lysol and Swiffer wet jet liquid solution in a dining room unlocked cabinet, despite at least one individual, individual #1 who cannot handle poisons safely.Poisonous materials shall be kept locked or made inaccessible to individuals. On 1/16/2023, the Program Specialist retrained all staff on the requirements of locking up poisonous materials if the ISP contains that residents cannot safely handle poisons as sited in Chapter 6400.62(a). 01/16/2023 Implemented
6400.64(a)There was a large accumulation of dust on the wall besides the phone in the dining room. The kitchen microwave and oven need a deep cleaning, as the microwave has food stuck on the ceiling and the stove has a large grease buildup. The kitchen cabinets interior and fronts need a thorough deep cleaning to clean stuck on food residue and crumbs. The entire perimeter of this home's baseboards needs a good cleaning as they have a large accumulation of dust and debris on them. The second-floor bathroom needs a thorough cleaning.Clean and sanitary conditions shall be maintained in the home. On 1/23/2023, the CEO scheduled a house deep cleaning provided by a third-party cleaning company. All current staff were retrained on house cleaning and sanitation (See attached exhibit B). New weekly cleaning log developed and utilized for all shift responsibilities (see attached exhibit C). 01/23/2023 Implemented
6400.64(f)There are trash bags and empty boxes, not inside of a trash receptacle outside the basement side exit.Trash outside the home shall be kept in closed receptacles that prevent the penetration of insects and rodents.The CEO ordered new trash bins with attached lids for the outside on 1/3/2023. All staff were retrained on the policy of trash removal and disposal on closed receptacles to reduce risk of penetration of insects and rodents (exhibit B). A responsibility cleaning schedule was developed and implemented for all staff to utilized (see exhibit C). 01/16/2023 Implemented
6400.66The living room ceiling light is not able to be turned on. This light is attached to a ceiling fan which can only be operated by a remote control which could not be located during the inspection.Rooms, hallways, interior stairways, outside steps, outside doorways, porches, ramps and fire escapes shall be lighted to assure safety and to avoid accidents. on 1/3/2023, CEO located the report for the ceiling light and fan. The holder for the remote was screwed to the wall to reduce risk of misplacement. The CEO turned the light on and off to ensure it was functioning. Staff were trained on where to keep the remote to ensure it does not get misplaced. 01/03/2023 Implemented
6400.67(a)The kitchen window has broken kitchen blinds that are taped together. Individual #3-bedroom outlet cover closest to the bed is detached from the wall and wiggles when touched. The second-floor bathroom medicine cabinet shelves are broken.Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces shall be in good repair. The CEO replaced the broken blinds in the kitchen. The outlet cover in individual #3 bedroom was secured and the second-floor bathroom medicine cabinet shelves were repaired by All in One Construction company. The staff were retrained on the timing of maintenance request submissions (see exhibit B). 01/05/2023 Implemented
6400.67(b)The hallway wall leading to from the first to the second floor has six deep, large holes where the old banister was that needs repair. Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces shall be free of hazards.On 1/5/2023 All In One Construction agency fixed the holes in the wall where the old banister was secured. The staff were retrained on the submission of maintenance requests to the house supervisor (see attached). 01/05/2023 Implemented
6400.72(a)The back basement security door is missing the bottom glass and the handle inside of the home is not securely affixed to the door.Windows, including windows in doors, shall be securely screened when windows or doors are open. On 1/5/2023 All In One Construction agency removed the broken door and securely fixed the handle on the door. The staff were retrained on the submission of maintenance requests to the house supervisor (see exhibit B). 01/05/2023 Implemented
6400.77(a)There is no tape in the first aid kit. A home shall have a first aid kit. On 1/20/2023 the CEO replaced the tape within the first aid kits and reviewed all items to ensure they did not need to be replenished by utilizing the quarterly report (see exhibit A). 01/20/2023 Implemented
6400.110(a)The smoke detectors throughout the home were not operational at the time of inspection. A home shall have a minimum of one operable automatic smoke detector on each floor, including the basement and attic. On 12/22/2022, the CEO interconnected the smoke detectors and tested them to ensure they were operable. On 1/16/2023, the staff were retrained on the smoke detector requirements and expectations of fire drills. In addition, staff were retrained on the process of information the house supervisor should a smoke detector fail during a drill and the agency policy on communication timeframe (see Exhibit B) 12/22/2022 Implemented
6400.110(e)This three story home did not have smoke detectors that were interconnected with one another.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. On 12/22/2022, the CEO interconnected the smoke detectors and tested them to ensure they were operable. On 1/16/2023, the staff were retrained on the smoke detector requirements and expectations of fire drills. In addition, staff were retrained on the agency's timeline of communication with the house supervisor should a smoke detector fail during a drill (See exhibit B) 12/22/2022 Implemented
6400.112(e)Asleep drill is not indicated on the form.A fire drill shall be held during sleeping hours at least every 6 months. The CEO developed a new fire drill form to include the date, time, meeting location and all members involved in the fire drill (See exhibit D). Staff were retrained on utilizing the new form and capturing all information (see attached training sing-in sheet). 01/16/2023 Implemented
6400.112(h)This is no meeting place designation indicated on the fire drill logs. Individuals shall evacuate to a designated meeting place outside the building or within the fire safe area during each fire drill.The CEO developed a new fire drill form to include the date, time, meeting location and all members involved in the fire drill (See exhibit D). Staff were retrained on utilizing the new form and capturing all information (see attached training sing-in sheet). 01/16/2023 Implemented
6400.181(e)(8)The Assessment does not include individual #2 understanding in how to evacuate in a fire.The assessment must include the following information: The individual's ability to evacuate in the event of a fire. On 1/5/2023, the CEO retrained the Program Specialist and house supervisor on documenting each individual's knowledge of fire safety and evacuation ability (see exhibit E). A new annual assessment was completed with individual #2 and his team on 1/18/2023, and his ability to evacuate in the event of a fire was reviewed and documented. 01/18/2023 Implemented
6400.181(e)(13)(iv)The assessment Personal adjustment section was left blank for individual #1The assessment must include the following information: The individual's progress over the last 365 calendar days and current level in the following areas: Personal adjustment. On 1/5/2023, the CEO retrained the Program Specialist and house supervisor on the completion of the annual assessment to ensure no sections are left blank (see exhibit E). An annual assessment was completed with individual #1 and his team on 2/28/2023 and the individuals progress over the last 365 and current level of personal adjustment was reviewed and documented in the assessment. 01/05/2023 Implemented
6400.181(e)(14)The Assessment does not include individual #2 ability to swim or temper water.in water safety. The assessment section referencing the individual #1 knowledge of water safety and ability to swim did not explain how they can manage around bodies of water.The assessment must include the following information:The individual's progress over the last 365 calendar days and current level in the following areas: The individual's knowledge of water safety and ability to swim. On 1/5/2023, the CEO retrained the Program Specialist and house supervisor on capturing all information of the annual assessment, including but not limited to swimming and tempering with water, and the ability to swim (see exhibit E). On 1/18/2023 the annual assessment was updated for individual #2 and his team and documented the individuals ability to swim and/or temper with water. On 2/28/2023 individual #2 and his team completed his annual assessment and the program specialist documented his knowledge of water safety and ability to swim. 01/05/2023 Implemented
6400.165(g)Quarterly psychotropic review was not completed every three months for individual number 2 . Dates on review are 3/17/2022, 6/23/2022. Psychotropic review dated 9/16/2022 does not indicate the need to continue the medication.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.On 1/5/2023, the CEO retrained the house supervisor and program specialist on the required times line for the psychotropic review to occur (See exhibit E). A new calendar tracking system was implemented to ensure quarterly reviews are not missed. 01/05/2023 Implemented
SIN-00198410 Renewal 12/14/2021 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.65The basement bathroom has a single window and it which does not have a screen. It either has a storm window installed or is open air.Living areas, recreation areas, dining areas, individual bedrooms, kitchens and bathrooms shall be ventilated by at least one operable window or by mechanical ventilation. To ensure compliance with 55 PA Code Chapter 6400.65, Program Specialist reviewed the agency policies on ventilation and the PA Code Chapter 6400 Regulations. The program specialist installed a screen in the basement bathroom window to attain compliance with ventilation within the common area. 12/14/2021 Implemented
6400.67(b)There is a light fixture hanging from the celling in the basement that revealed exposed wires underneath. Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces shall be free of hazards.To ensure compliance with 55 PA Code Chapter 6500.67 (b), Program Specialist reviewed the agency policies on hazard free surfaces and the PA Code Chapter 6400 Regulations. The Program Specialist fixed the light fixture in the basement that was hanging from the ceiling with exposed wires. 12/14/2021 Implemented
6400.68(b)The running water was 148.6 degrees in upstairs bathroom. Hot water temperatures in bathtubs and showers may not exceed 120°F. To ensure compliance with 55 PA Code Chapter 6400.68 (b) on ensuring that the hot water temperatures in the bathtub and shower do not exceed 120F the Program Specialist reviewed the agency policies on temperature of hot water heaters and the PA Code Chapter 6400 Regulations. The Program Specialist manually adjusted the water temperature of the hot water heater and documented the readings. 12/14/2021 Implemented
6400.151(c)(3)Staff 1's most recent Annual Physical Examination, dated 02/16/2021, does not note whether the staff is free of communicable diseases. The physical examination shall include: A signed statement that the staff person is free of communicable diseases or that the staff person has a communicable disease but is able to work in the home if specific precautions are taken that will prevent the spread of the disease to individuals. To ensure compliance with 55 PA Code Chapter 6400.151 (c)(3), regarding Annual Physical Examination requirements and infection control, a physical examination was obtained from staff 1 noting whether the staff was free from communicable diseases. The program Specialist was provided additional trainings on agency infection control policies and onboarding documentation. 12/14/2021 Implemented
6400.193(a)Individual 1 does not have a court-appointed guardian on record, serves as his own representative-payee (rep-payee), and can manage his own personal spending money. A document titled "Residential Habilitation Financial Agreement Allowance, Friendship Home" exists within the individual record; this document was signed on 12/01/2021 by Individual 1, the individual's mother, and the program specialist. This document states that Individual 1 receives a disbursement of $25.00 weekly, which is gifted to him by his parents. The form outlines "Items that the funds can be spent on," including "cigarettes, snacks, food, and electronics," as well as "Items that the funds cannot be spent on," including "drugs and alcohol." Although Individual 1 has a record of incarceration, there is no evidence within Individual 1's individual record to indicate that the court has limited his rights to purchase these items; therefore, available evidence suggests that the individual's right to manage the individual's finances, as outlined under 6400.32(o), is being modified solely by the provider in conjunction with the individual's mother. Per this chapter, individual rights may only be modified in accordance with 6400.185, relating to the content of the Individual Plan. While Individual 1's most recent Individual Plan, dated 11/29/2021, notes that the individual has a history of alcohol and drug abuse, it does not state that a modification to his rights is in place to prevent the associated health and safety risks to the individual. The restriction on Individual 1's purchases must be implemented as a restrictive procedure and noted in the Individual Plan in order for the aforementioned right to be modified in the absence of involvement of the courts.A restrictive procedure may not be used as retribution, for the convenience of staff persons, as a substitute for the program or in a way that interferes with the individual's developmental program.To ensure compliance with 55 PA Code Chapter 6400.193 (a) that restive procedures may not be used as retribution, for the convenience of staff persons, as a substitute for there program or in a way that interferes with the individual's developmental program the Program Specialist was provided additional training on 1/3/2022 surrounding individual rights and individual choice. An ISP meeting was help on 1/5/2022 with the participant and the treatment team to note in the participants ISP and individual choice was discussed. 12/14/2021 Implemented
SIN-00180690 Initial review 12/17/2020 Compliant - Finalized