Inspection IDReason for InspectionInspection DateInspection Status 
SIN-00227101 Unannounced Monitoring 06/15/2023 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.68(b)At 10:56AM on 6/15/2023, the hot water temperature measured 126.8°F at the bathtub and sink in the bathroom on the second floor of the home. [Repeat Violation, 11/18/2022] Hot water temperatures in bathtubs and showers may not exceed 120°F. The hot water tank was immediately turned down. Water temperature was tested for the next three days to ensure hot water temperatures in bathtubs and showers did not exceed 120°F. 07/28/2023 Implemented
SIN-00221593 Unannounced Monitoring 03/22/2023 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.64(a)At 10:30AM on 3/22/2023, there was a sticky substance on the kitchen counter and dining room table. There were stuck on food splatters and food crumbs on and under the plate in the microwave. There were burnt food chards on the stove top,Clean and sanitary conditions shall be maintained in the home. Kitchen counter and dining room table were wiped clean. The microwave and stove top were also cleaned. 04/14/2023 Implemented
6400.76(a)The dining table is unsturdy and wobbles back and forth while in use. Furniture and equipment shall be nonhazardous, clean and sturdy. Dining room table and chairs will be replaced. 04/14/2023 Implemented
6400.80(a)The cement paver directly in front of the front door is unsturdy and moves when stepped on. [Repeat Violation, 11/18/2022] Outside walkways shall be free from ice, snow, obstructions and other hazards. KZL Agency has contacted Mark¿s Multiple Landscaping company to come and assess the cement paver for repair 05/31/2023 Implemented
6400.82(d)The door, to the bathroom on the second floor of the home, does not fully close.Privacy shall be provided for toilets, showers and bathtubs by partitions or doors. Curtains are acceptable dividers if the bathroom is used only by one sex or only by individuals 9 years of age or younger. KZL Agency has contacted Lobos Management, see attached letter and have put in a Maintenance Ticket 05/31/2023 Implemented
6400.171At 10:36AM on 3/22/2023, a container of lunch meat with a use by date of 3/13/2023 was in the refrigerator. [Repeat Violation, 11/18/2022]Food shall be protected from contamination while being stored, prepared, transported and served. Container of lunch meat was disposed of. 04/07/2023 Implemented
SIN-00215607 Renewal 11/17/2022 Non Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.21(a)Direct Service Worker #1, date of hire 4/25/2022, had a state criminal history check submitted on 7/19/2022. [Repeat Violation, 12/2/2021]An application for a Pennsylvania criminal history record check shall be submitted to the State Police for prospective employes of the home who will have direct contact with individuals, including part-time and temporary staff persons who will have direct contact with individuals, within 5 working days after the person's date of hire. During a quarterly review of personnel records, it was discovered that direct service worker #1, date of hire 4/25.2022 did not have a criminal history check submitted. On July 19, 2022 a criminal history check was submitted. All personnel records were reviewed and criminal history checks were submitted as needed. 02/01/2023 Implemented
6400.64(a)At 10:22AM on 11/18/2022, there was a thick, dark brown liquid in the bottom drawer of the refrigerator in the kitchen of the home.Clean and sanitary conditions shall be maintained in the home. Residential Manager removed and disposed of all expired food. All refrigerators were checked and all expired food was removed and disposed of as needed. 12/16/2022 Not Implemented
6400.64(b)There is an ordinate amount of gnats in the kitchen and in the bathroom on the second floor of the home.There may not be evidence of infestation of insects or rodents in the home. KZL Agency has contacted Lobos Management, and have put in a Maintenance Ticket for them to come and the evidence of infestation of insects in the home. (see attached) KZL Agency will follow-up weekly until the maintenance ticket is completed. 12/14/2022 Not Implemented
6400.72(b)The left side of the window in Individual #1's bedroom is broken and covered by cardboard held in place with duct tape. There is not a screen on the right side of this window. Screens, windows and doors shall be in good repair. KZL Agency has contacted Lobos Management, and have put in a Maintenance Ticket for them to come and address Individual #1's left side broken window and the missing screen on the right side.(see attached) KZL Agency will follow-up weekly until the maintenance ticket is completed. 12/14/2022 Not Implemented
6400.77(c)The first aid kit did not contain a first aid manual. A first aid manual shall be kept with the first aid kit.Residential manager put a new copy of manual in first aid kit. All first aid kits were checked and copy of manual was placed as needed. 12/16/2022 Implemented
6400.80(a)The walkway and steps leading to the front door of the home have broken concrete pavers and detached bricks posing a possible tripping hazard. Outside walkways shall be free from ice, snow, obstructions and other hazards. KZL Agency has contacted Lobos Management, and have put in a Maintenance Ticket for them to come and address the walkway and steps leading to the front door of the home have broken concrete pavers and detached bricks posing a possible tripping hazard. (see attached) KZL Agency will follow-up weekly until the maintenance ticket is completed. 12/14/2022 Not Implemented
6400.101There is a turn lock on the the basement side of the door between the basement and the garage: posing an obstruced egress from the garage when engaged. There is not a ''man door" inside the garage.Stairways, halls, doorways, passageways and exits from rooms and from the building shall be unobstructed. The turn lock on the basement side door between the basement and garage posing an obstructed egress from the garage when engaged was replaced. All basement doors were checked and door knobs were replaced as needed. 12/16/2022 Not Implemented
6400.112(c)The written fire drill records for the fire drills conducted on 5/18/2022 and 6/11/2022 do not address problems encountered. This section was left blank.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. An electronic fire drill was created and implemented for December fire drills. The fire drill record includes 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. A comment section is included that will required documented before the fire drill documentation can be saved. 12/16/2022 Not Implemented
6400.141(c)(14)Individual #1's physical examination, completed on 7/26/2022, does not include 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. Residential Manager faxed Individual #1's physical examination, completed on 7/26/2022, and requested the doctor complete medical information pertinent to diagnosis and treatment in case of an emergency. Residential Manager will follow-up to ensure documentation was sent back to KZL Agency. 12/15/2022 Not Implemented
6400.171At 10:22AM on 11/18/2022, there were two chicken wings wrapped inside a paper towel on the top shelf of the refrigerator. There were green peppers and another, unknown vegetable covered in what appeared to mold in the bottom crisper drawer of the refrigerator.Food shall be protected from contamination while being stored, prepared, transported and served. Agency purchased food covers, new containers and markers for properly storing and labeling food in houses. All refrigerators were checked to ensure food was protected from contamination while be being stored. 12/16/2022 Not Implemented
6400.181(e)(4)Individual #1's assessment, completed 6/1/2022, does not address the individual's need for supervision. The assessment must include the following information: The individual's need for supervision. The assessment has been updated to show supervision requirements on the front page so that staff is able to easily locate the information. (see attached) All assessments will be updated accordingly. Please see attached document. 12/12/2022 Not Implemented
6400.181(e)(12)Individual #1's assessment, completed 6/1/2022, does not include recommendations for specific areas of training, programming and services. [Repeat Violation, 12/2/2021]The assessment must include the following information: Recommendations for specific areas of training, programming and services. The assessment has been updated to show supervision requirements last page so that staff is able to easily locate the information. (see attached) 12/12/2022 Not Implemented
6400.214(b)The most current copy of the Individual #1's assessment is not kept at the home. The most current copies of record information required in § 6400.213(2)¿(14) shall be kept at the residential home. Copies of all assessments were placed in the homes to ensure that all staff can view the assessments and accurately know the abilities of the individuals. 12/12/2022 Not Implemented
6400.32(r)(1)Individual #1 has a key lock on her bedroom door. The individual has not been provided with a key or entry mechanism to unlock the door.Locking may be provided by a key, access card, keypad code or other entry mechanism accessible to the individual to permit the individual to lock and unlock the door.The key lock on Individual #1's bedroom door was replaced, and Individual #1 has been provided with a key to unlock the door. All individual bedroom doors were checked and and key locks were replaced as needed, and all individual's have been given a key to unlock their doors. 12/16/2022 Implemented
6400.32(r)(5)On 11/18/22, the direct service worker providing services to Individual #1 did not have access to a key to unlock Individual #1's door.Direct service workers who provide services to the individual shall have the key or entry device to lock and unlock the door.The key lock on Individual #1's bedroom door was replaced, and staff has been provided with a key to unlock the door. All individual bedroom doors were checked and and key locks were replaced as needed, and staff have been given access to a key to unlock their doors. 12/16/2022 Implemented
6400.163(d)At 10:16AM on 11/18/2022, Individual #1's prescription medications, Polyethylene Glycol 3350, Olopatadine Sol 0.2% was on the desk inside the living room of the home. At 10:30AM on 11/18/2022, a paper bag of blister packs containing expired prescription medications belonging to individuals that do not reside in the home were inside the closet in bedroom #2. The bedroom door and the closet door were unlocked and accessible to Individual #1. There is a medication dispenser inside a shelf in the living room with two pills inside labeled for an individual who does not reside at the home. This shelf is accessible to Individual #1. [Repeat Violation, 12/2/2021]Prescription medications and syringes, with the exception of epinephrine and epinephrine auto-injectors, shall be kept in an area or container that is locked.Individual #1's prescription medication Polyethylene Glycol 3350, & Olopatadine Sol 0.2% was immediately placed in the locked area with the rest of the medications. The blister packs containing expired prescription medications belonging to another individual, along with the medication dispenser were immediately removed from Individual #1's home, and disposed of according to KZL Agency's policy. 12/16/2022 Not Implemented
6400.163(h)At 10:30AM on 11/18/2022, a paper containing blister packs of expired medications belonging to individuals who do not reside in the home were in the closet of bedroom #2.Prescription medications that are discontinued or expired shall be destroyed in a safe manner according to Federal and State statutes and regulations.The blister packs containing expired prescription medications belonging to another individual, along with the medication dispenser were immediately removed from Individual#1's home and disposed of following KZL Agency's medication disposal policy. All medications in all KZL Agency homes were reviewed and any expired medication was removed and disposed of immediately. 12/16/2022 Not Implemented
6400.166(a)(4)Individual #1's November 2022 Medication Administration Record does not include the name of Olopatatdine Sol. .2% Eye Drops and Triamcinolone 0.1% Cream.A medication record shall be kept, including the following for each individual for whom a prescription medication is administered: Name of medication.Residential manager added medication to Individual #1's MAR that includes the name of Olopatatdine Sol. .2% Eye Drops and Triamcinolone 0.1% Cream. 12/16/2022 Not Implemented
6400.166(a)(5)Individual #1's November 2022 Medication Administration Record does not include the strength of Olopatatdine Sol. .2% Eye Drops and Triamcinolone 0.1% Cream.A medication record shall be kept, including the following for each individual for whom a prescription medication is administered: Strength of medication.Residential manager added medication to Individual #1's MAR that includes include the strength of Olopatatdine Sol. .2% Eye Drops and Triamcinolone 0.1% Cream. (see attached) 12/16/2022 Not Implemented
6400.166(a)(6)Individual #1's November 2022 Medication Administration Record does not include the dosage form of Olopatatdine Sol. .2% Eye Drops and Triamcinolone 0.1% Cream.A medication record shall be kept, including the following for each individual for whom a prescription medication is administered: Dosage form.Residential manager added medication to Individual #1's MAR that includes include the strength of Olopatatdine Sol. .2% Eye Drops and Triamcinolone 0.1% Cream. (see attached) 12/16/2022 Not Implemented
6400.166(a)(7)Individual #1's November 2022 Medication Administration Record does not include the dose of Olopatatdine Sol. .2% Eye Drops and Triamcinolone 0.1% Cream.A medication record shall be kept, including the following for each individual for whom a prescription medication is administered: Dose of medication.Residential manager added medication to Individual #1's MAR that include the dose of Olopatatdine Sol. .2% Eye Drops and Triamcinolone 0.1% Cream. 12/16/2022 Not Implemented
6400.166(a)(8)Individual #1's November 2022 Medication Administration Record does not include the route of administration for Olopatatdine Sol. .2% Eye Drops and Triamcinolone 0.1% Cream.A medication record shall be kept, including the following for each individual for whom a prescription medication is administered: Route of administration.Residential manager added medication to Individual #1's MAR that include the route of administration for Olopatatdine Sol. .2% Eye Drops and Triamcinolone 0.1% Cream. 12/16/2022 Not Implemented
6400.166(a)(9)Individual #1's November 2022 Medication Administration Record does not include the frequency of administration for Olopatatdine Sol. .2% Eye Drops and Triamcinolone 0.1% Cream. [Repeat Violation, 12/2/2021]A medication record shall be kept, including the following for each individual for whom a prescription medication is administered: Frequency of administration.Residential manager added medication to Individual #1's MAR that include the frequency of administration for Olopatatdine Sol. .2% Eye Drops and Triamcinolone 0.1% Cream. (see attached) 12/16/2022 Not Implemented
6400.166(a)(11)Individual #1's November 2022 Medication Administration Record does not include the diagnosis or purpose for Olopatatdine Sol. .2% Eye Drops and Triamcinolone 0.1% Cream.A medication record shall be kept, including the following for each individual for whom a prescription medication is administered: Diagnosis or purpose for the medication, including pro re nata.Residential manager added medication to Individual #1's MAR that include the diagnosis or purpose for Olopatatdine Sol. .2% Eye Drops and Triamcinolone 0.1% Cream. (see attached) 12/16/2022 Not Implemented
SIN-00198872 Renewal 12/02/2021 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.21(a)Direct Service Worker #2, date of hire 10/05/2021, had a criminal history record check completed 11/24/2021.An application for a Pennsylvania criminal history record check shall be submitted to the State Police for prospective employees of the home who will have direct contact with individuals, including part-time and temporary staff persons who will have direct contact with individuals, within 5 working days after the person's date of hire.New employee orientation is mandated to ensure all employees are properly trained and prepared with the most pertinent information to keep individuals safe and healthy. All new KZL Agency employees attend a multiple day in-person orientation prior to training on the job site. Criminal background check is to be run prior to or by the day of the initial new employee orientation. Due to recent staffing challenges, KZL Agency management failed to ensure that this requirement was conducted in a timely manner. KZL Agency has implemented a new Personnel Manager position within the agency, and this person will now be responsible for ensuring all Criminal Background checks and other onboarding paperwork is completed in a timely manner (within 5 working days after the person's date of hire.) 02/03/2022 Implemented
6400.106A furnace inspection was completed 8/15/2019 and then again 12/01/2021.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. A furnace inspection was done on December 1, 2021. KZL Agency has implemented a maintenance schedule to ensure that furnace are inspected and cleaned at least annually by a professional furnace company. 12/01/2021 Implemented
6400.151(a)Direct Service Worker #2, date of hire 10/05/2021, has no record of having a physical examination. 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. New employee orientation is mandated to ensure all employees are properly trained and prepared with the most pertinent information to keep individuals safe and healthy. All new KZL Agency employees attend a multiple day in-person orientation prior to training on the job site. Physical Examinations are to be completed prior to or by the day of the initial new employee orientation. Due to recent staffing challenges, KZL Agency management failed to ensure that this requirement was conducted in a timely manner. KZL Agency has implemented a new Personnel Manager position within the agency, and this person will now be responsible for ensuring all physical examinations of 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. and other onboarding paperwork is completed in a timely manner. 02/04/2021 Implemented
6400.151(c)(3)Direct Service Worker #1 had a physical examination completed 5/10/2021 and it did not 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. 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. Physical examinations of a staff person should contain 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. Regulation 6400.151(c) was reviewed with staff, and they were given a letter explaining the regulation and were granted 30 days to have KZL Agency¿s physical form completed and signed by their physician that includes the above statement. 02/01/2022 Implemented
SIN-00181204 Renewal 01/06/2021 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.141(a)Individual #1's most recent physical examination was completed on 10-22-19.An individual shall have a physical examination within 12 months prior to admission and annually thereafter. Individual #1 was transitioned to KZL in March of 2020, in which his physical was in compliance. Individual #1 was in a facility for 5 years where they used their own PCP. When we realized we didn't have the actual physical documentation we sent a request. We received the physical Oct 21, 2020 and it was out of compliance on Oct 22, 2020. Since Individual #1 needed to be set-up as a new patient the earliest we could get an appointment was February 16, 2021. Our Agency has started using Therap this year, which I believe will help in keeping track of all documentation for our current and new individuals. Going forward the House Manager, who attends to all medical appointments for our individuals, will be required to review, & upload all documentation of new individuals within 10 days of their transition and have all needed medical appointments made within 30 days of their transition. The Residential Manager will be required to also review individuals file on a monthly basis to make sure they are kept in compliance with all 6400 regulations. [Documentation of the scheduled appointment provided to the Department on 1/18/21. Immediately and upon hire, the CEO or designee shall educate the House Manager and the Residential Manager of the requirements of individual's physical examinations and their aforementioned responsibilities to audit the physical examination documentation to ensure timely completion with all required information, there are no required areas left blank and that health services are provided and arranged as stated in current physical examinations. Documentation of training shall be kept. Documentation of aforementioned audits shall be kept. (DPOC by AES,HSLS on 1/21/21)] 02/16/2021 Implemented
6400.141(c)(3)Individual #1's physical examination completed on 10-22-19 does not include immunizations.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 #1 was transitioned to KZL in March of 2020, At the time of licensing we could not locate his immunizations. We have since found a copy of his immunizations .Our Agency has started using Therap this year, which I believe will help in keeping track of all documentation for our current and new individuals. Going forward the House Manager, who attends to all medical appointments for our individuals, will be required to review, & upload all documentation of new individuals within 10 days of their transition and have all needed medical appointments made within 30 days of their transition. The Residential Manager will be required to also review individuals file on a monthly basis to make sure they are kept in compliance with all 6400 regulations[Documentation of the scheduled appointment provided to the Department on 1/18/21. Immediately and upon hire, the CEO or designee shall educate the House Manager and the Residential Manager of the requirements of individual's physical examinations and their aforementioned responsibilities to audit the physical examination documentation to ensure timely completion with all required information, there are no required areas left blank and that health services are provided and arranged as stated in current physical examinations. Documentation of training shall be kept. Documentation of aforementioned audits shall be kept. (DPOC by AES,HSLS on 1/21/21)] 02/16/2021 Implemented
6400.141(c)(6)Individual #1, date of admission 6-15-20 has not had a Tuberculin skin test.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. Individual #1 was transitioned to KZL in March of 2020, in which his physical was in compliance. Individual #1 was in a facility for 5 years where they used their own PCP. When we realized we didn't have the actual physical documentation we sent a request. We received the physical Oct 21, 2020 and it was out of compliance on Oct 22, 2020. Since Individual #1 needed to be set-up as a new patient the earliest we could get an appointment was February 16, 2021. Our Agency has started using Therap this year, which I believe will help in keeping track of all documentation for our current and new individuals. Going forward the House Manager, who attends to all medical appointments for our individuals, will be required to review, & upload all documentation of new individuals within 10 days of their transition and have all needed medical appointments made within 30 days of their transition. The Residential Manager will be required to also review individuals file on a monthly basis to make sure they are kept in compliance with all 6400 regulations. [Documentation of the scheduled appointment provided to the Department on 1/18/21. Immediately and upon hire, the CEO or designee shall educate the House Manager and the Residential Manager of the requirements of individual's physical examinations and their aforementioned responsibilities to audit the physical examination documentation to ensure timely completion with all required information, there are no required areas left blank and that health services are provided and arranged as stated in current physical examinations. Documentation of training shall be kept. Documentation of aforementioned audits shall be kept. (DPOC by AES,HSLS on 1/21/21)] 02/16/2021 Implemented
SIN-00141372 Renewal 09/12/2018 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.64(f)Direct Service Worker #1, date of hire 6/25/18, did not have initial fire safety training.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.Direct Service Work # 1 was given Fire Safety Training on 9/19/2018. All new hired Direct Service Workers' training agendas were reviewed to ensure all initial fire safety training was completed. A new Orientation Training Agenda was implemented starting July 2018, to ensure that all necessary initial trainings were completed before Direct Service Workers begin to work alone with Individuals. The Training Manager will be responsible to ensure that all initial trainings are completed before Direct Service Workers begins to work alone with individuals. 09/19/2018 Implemented
6400.112(a)The monthly fire drills between 9/16/17 and 8/16/18 were held on the 16th of each month. An unannounced fire drill shall be held at least once a month. An unannounced Fire Drill at all Residential sites was done on September 20, 2018. The Residential Manager, the House Manager, and the Program specialist were all retrained on Fire Safety to include Chapter 6400.112 regulation. A Fire Drill Schedule was made and will be implemented by the House Manager starting in October 2018. The House Manager will be responsible for calling each house on the date specified on the schedule to to ensure that unannounced fire drills will occur each month.House Manager will be responsible for doing a monthly review of the Fire Drills performed, and the Residential Manager will be responsible to oversee and review the Fire Drills on a quarterly basis to ensure they are completed correctly. 09/20/2018 Implemented
6400.112(e)A fire drill was not held during sleeping hours between 11/16/17 and 8/16/18.A fire drill shall be held during sleeping hours at least every 6 months. A Fire Drill during sleeping hours between at all Residential sites was done on September 20, 2018. The Residential Manager, the House Manager, and the Program specialist were all retrained on Fire Safety to include Chapter 6400.112 regulation.A Fire Drill Schedule was made and will be implemented by the House Manager starting in October 2018.House Manager will be responsible for doing a monthly review of the Fire Drills performed, and the Residential Manager will be responsible to oversee and review the Fire Drills on a quarterly basis to ensure a fire drill during sleeping hours at least every 6 months. 09/20/2018 Implemented
6400.141(c)(13)Individual #1's physical examination completed 5/14/18 did not include allergies.The physical examination shall include: Allergies or contraindicated medications.The Physical Examination form that is used for Individual's yearly physicals was changed immediately, to include allergies. The Program Specialist, Residential Manager, and House Manager were retrained in Individual Health/Medication Overview to include 6400.141(c)(13) regulation. This form will be used for future physical examination's, and the Program Specialist will be responsible to review the documentation after appointments to ensure all information was filled out and completed correctly, and individual records will be checked on a quarterly basis, to ensure records are up-to-date. The Program Specialist will be responsible for doing these reviews, as the PS does the individual's Quarterly Reviews. 09/19/2018 Implemented
6400.142(a)Individual #1, date of admission 4/19/17, had initial dental examination 6/1/18.An individual 17 years of age or younger shall have a dental examination performed by a licensed dentist semiannually. An individual 18 years of age or older shall have a dental examination performed by a licensed dentist annually. Individual # 1 had a dental examination on June 1, 2018. All individuals' dental records were reviewed to ensure their dental examinations are completed and in compliance. An admission checklist will be used for any future admissions of individuals, by the Program Specialist. The checklist will be issued to the House Manager who will be responsible for setting any needed initial medical appointment, within the individual's 30 days of admission. 09/19/2018 Implemented
6400.213(1)(i)Individual #1's records did not include hair color and Identifying marks.Each individual's record must include the following information: 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. Both Individual records were fixed immediately to include hair color and identifying marks. All individuals' records were checked for the following information: the name, sex, admission date, birth-date and social security number, 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, the race, height, weight, color of hair, color of eyes and identifying marks, the religious affiliation, the next of kin, and a current, dated photograph, Documentation was correct as needed.All individual records will be checked on a quarterly basis, to insure records are up-to-date. The Program Specialist will be responsible for doing these reviews, as the PS does the individual's Quarterly Reviews. 09/13/2018 Implemented
SIN-00121751 Renewal 09/25/2017 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.141(c)(7)The physical examination completed 5/30/17 for Individual #1, date of birth 6/17/83 did not include a gynecological examination. The physical examination shall include: A gynecological examination including a breast examination and a Pap test for women 18 years of age or older, unless there is documentation from a licensed physician recommending no or less frequent gynecological examinations. At Individual #1 physical examination on 5/30/2017 doctor scheduled an appointment on 06/19/2017 for Individual #1 to have a gynecological examination done. Individual #1 attended appointment. Going forward Female Inviduals will have a gynecological examination to comply with 55 PA Code Chapter 6400.141 [Immediately, the CEO shall develop and implement a tracking system to ensure that individuals have physical examinations including gynecological examinations completed, timely and are following physicians orders which shall be kept. (AS 10/10/17)] 10/06/2017 Implemented
6400.151(a)Direct Service Worker #1 had a physical examination completed 3-29-17, and the previous examination was completed 3-11-15. 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. Administration will run a quarterly report and give all staff a 3 month notice of physical exam expiration date. Any staff that does not have exams completed on time will be suspended until proper documentation of completed exams is presented to administration. [At least quarterly for 1 year, the CEO or designee shall review the aforementioned reports and the completed staff physical examinations to ensure completion, timely. Documentation of reviews shall be kept. (AS 10/10/17)] 10/06/2017 Implemented
SIN-00102519 Renewal 10/11/2016 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.44(c)Direct Service Worker #1, date of hire 9/22/14, assumed the position of Program Specialist on 1/27/15. Direct Service Worker #1 does not have the of work experience required for the program specialist position. A program specialist shall have one of the following groups of qualifications: (1) A master's degree or above from an accredited college or university and 1 year work experience working directly with persons with mental retardation. (2) A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and 2 years work experience working directly with persons with mental retardation. (3) An associate's degree or 60 credit hours from an accredited college or university and 4 years work experience working directly with persons with mental retardation.Attached the documentation that shows the work experience required for the Program Specialist, the 4 years directly working with persons with mental retardation. Moving forward a checklist has been created to ensure all staff information required for positions of hire is completed and placed in staff binder.[Prior to hire or change into the program specialist position the CEO shall review the staff person qualifications including education documentation and work experience documentation to ensure the staff person meets the requirements of the position. Documentation of qualifications and work experience and review of documentation shall be kept. (AS 11/15/16)] 11/08/2016 Implemented
6400.163(c)The medication reviews for Individual #1 completed 3/3/16 and 4/28/16 did not include the medications, the need to continue the medication and the necessary dosage. 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.Prior to licensing the Psychiatric Care Form was updated to include a Medication Review which includes the reason for prescribing the medication, the need to continue the medication and necessary dosage. Moving forward the Program Specialist will review all documentation following the Psychiatric Review to ensure all required information has been completed [Immediately, the Director of Operations shall develop and implement procedures to include a tracking system and a review process to ensure all Individuals' medication reviews are completed with all required information and timely. Within 30 days of receipt of the plan of correction the Director of Operations shall train all staff responsible for ensure accurate and timely completion of the medication reviews on the aforementioned procedures. Documentation of reviews and tracking system shall be kept and reviewed by the Director of Operations to ensure completion. (AS 11/15/16)] 11/05/2016 Implemented
6400.164(a)Individual #1 is prescribed Vitamin B-12, 1000 mcg tablet, take one tablet by mouth everyday. The medication administration record does not include the dosage of the Vitamin B-12 prescribed for Individual #1.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. Moving forward a form has been created that staff will sign off on that they have checked the refilled medication to the MAR to ensure information is correct.[Immediately and at least monthly thereafter, the director of operations shall review all individuals medication administration record, physician orders and prescription medications to ensure all individual are administered medication as prescribed and document as required. Documentation of reviews shall be kept. (AS 11/15/16)] 11/08/2016 Implemented
6400.181(f)The program specialist did not provide Individual #1's assessment, completed 11/15/15 to all plan team members including the day program provider. (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). Program Specialist has been retrained on regulations relating to development, annual update and revision of the ISP. Moving forward the Program Specialist will ensure that all plan team members including the day program provider will receive the annual assessments.[Immediately, the Director of Operations shall develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure the program specialist provides all Individuals' assessments to all plan team members. The procedures shall include the program specialist reviewing each individual's record including the ISP, invitation letter and other documentation to ensure all plan team members are provided the individual's assessment. Within 30 days of receipt of the plan of correction the Director of Operations shall train the Program specialist on the policies and procedures. Documentation of correspondence and tracking system shall be kept and reviewed by the Director of Operations to ensure completion and all plan team members are provided the assessment, timely. (AS 11/15/16)] 11/08/2016 Implemented
SIN-00084203 Renewal 09/22/2015 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.141(a)Individual #1, date of admission 2/1/15, had a physical examination completed on 2/11/15. Individual #2, date of admission 11/24/14, had a physical examination completed on 4/15/15.An individual shall have a physical examination within 12 months prior to admission and annually thereafter. Moving forward all physical exams will be completed prior to admission and annually thereafter. The supervisor will complete a vacancy management check list prior to new admissions to ensure compliance with 6400 regulations.[As per conversation with Program Specialist on 11/5/15, the PS will review individual's required documentation prior to move and document on the revised vacancy management checklist which included a physical that includes all required elements. Annual due dates for annual requirements are kept on a calendar in the individual's record as well as a calendar on the PS computer for reminders of upcoming appointments. (AS 11/5/15)] 10/10/2015 Implemented
6400.141(c)(14)The physical examinations dated 2/11/15 for Individual #1 and 4/15/15 for Individual #2 did not include 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 physical form has been updated to include emergency medical information pertinent to diagnosis and treatment in case of an emergency. Space has been provided for the doctor to review and respond to this item. [As per conversation with Program Specialist on 11/5/15, the PS will review individual's required documentation prior to move in and document on the revised vacancy management checklist which included a physical that includes all required elements. Annual due dates for annual requirments are kept on a calendar in the individual's record as well as a calendar on the PS computer for reminders of upcoming appointments. PS took new physical form for each individual to their respective doctors to have missing elements updated. PS will file physical forms after review in each individual record.(AS 11/5/15)] 10/10/2015 Implemented
SIN-00227981 Renewal 07/18/2023 Compliant - Finalized
SIN-00224338 Unannounced Monitoring 05/11/2023 Compliant - Finalized
SIN-00162644 Renewal 09/10/2019 Compliant - Finalized
SIN-00067134 Initial review 08/13/2014 Compliant - Finalized