Inspection IDReason for InspectionInspection DateInspection Status 
SIN-00231503 Renewal 09/26/2023 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.171At the time of the inspection there was an opened box of spaghetti noodles in the kitchen cabinet and an opened bag of sugar.Food shall be protected from contamination while being stored, prepared, transported and served. 1. A clip was placed on all open bags or food was placed in sealed container. 2. Staff will be trained on regulation 6400.62c and sign off by 12-31-2023. 12/31/2023 Implemented
SIN-00195552 Renewal 11/16/2021 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.151(c)(4)Staff #5's physical dated 08/05/21 does not include medical problems/conditions. The space was left blank.The physical examination shall include: Information of medical problems which might interfere with the health of the individuals.Staff #5 returned her physical to her PCP to have them complete the Medical Conditions section that was left blank. 01/31/2022 Implemented
SIN-00137782 Renewal 08/29/2018 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.15(a)There was no indication that a self-assessment was completed for 881 2nd St. The self-assessment forms did not include the address information for which residential home the self-assessment was completed for. The legal entity address, which differs from each home address location, was recorded on all self-assessment formsThe 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. 1. The CEO trained Vice President on regulation 6400.15A on 09/04/2018 to have addresses properly identified on the self-assessment. 2. All other locations were not in compliance with this regulation. This violation was addressed by the licensor on 08/29/2018 during on-site inspection. 3. The President and Vice President and house team leads were trained on regulation 6400.15A by the CEO to ensure that all self-assessments will have the proper addresses listed with reference to Regulation 6400.15A. The President, Vice-President and House Team Leads will sign off on signature paper by 12/31/2018. 4. The CEO will review with the Vice President the self- assessments on a yearly basis to ensure compliance. 10/12/2018 Implemented
6400.67(a)Individual #1's tall dresser across from the bottom of their bed is missing the knob on the bottom drawer on the right side.Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces shall be in good repair. 1. A maintenance request from was sent on 08/30/2018 to have knobs installed on the dresser. 2. On 09/04/2018 the quality compliance manager checked all other homes. All other homes were in compliance with this regulation. 3. All staff will be trained on regulation 6400.67a by the quality compliance manager to ensure that all knobs are on dressers. Staff will sign off on a training signature paper by 12/31/2018. 4. On a weekly basis, the quality compliance manager will make sure that all dressers have knobs starting on 11/01/2018. 10/12/2018 Implemented
6400.74The basement steps were not equipped with non-skid surfaces.Interior stairs and outside steps shall have a nonskid surface. 1. It is important to have non-skid surfaces on interior and exterior steps to help assure the safety of individuals. On 9/08/2018, non-skid strips were added basement steps. 2. On 09/04/2018 the quality compliance manager reviewed all other house locations to make sure that all interior and exterior steps have non-skid surfaces. All other locations were in compliance with this regulation. 3. All staff will be trained by the licensed compliance manager on regulation 6400.74 to ensure that all interior and exterior steps have non-skid surface. Staff will sign off on training signature paper by 12/31/2018. 4. On 11/01/2018, quality compliance manager will check on a weekly basis that all interior and exterior steps to have non-skid strips for all houses. 10/12/2018 Implemented
6400.142(f)Individual #1, who has not reached dental hygiene independence, does not have a written plan for dental hygiene independence.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. 1. On 8/30/2018 the Program Specialist immediately updated revised assessment to include Dental Plan of Care. 2. On 09/04/2018- 09/06/2018 the Program Specialist reviewed all individual assessments and made sure all dental plan of cares will outline the level of supervision required, what level of verbal prompting, gestural prompting and physical prompting that each individual requires, with brushing, flossing and rinsing. If an individual has achieved dental hygiene independence that also would be reflected in their ISP and assessment. 3. All staff including Program Specialist will be trained on regulation 6400.142f Implementing Dental Plan of Care in Assessment by Vice President and sign off on training signature paper by 12/31/2018. 4. The Program Specialist will review all assessments on a quarterly basis to ensure that Dental Care of Plan is included and revised as deemed necessary starting 01/2019. 10/05/2018 Implemented
6400.181(e)(1)Individual #1's 12/30/17 assessment did not include preferences. The assessment must include the following information: Functional strengths, needs and preferences of the individual. 1. On 08/30/2018 the Program Specialist added into the assessment the functional strengths, needs and preferences. 2. On 09/04/2018- 09/08/2018 the Program Specialist reviewed all other individual¿s files to ensure that the functional strengths, needs and preferences were addressed in the assessment. All other individual¿s files included functional strength, needs and preferences within the assessment. 3. All staff including the Program Specialist will be trained by Vice President on Regulation 6400.181 e 1 to include that all assessments include the functional strengths, needs and preferences. All staff will sign off on training signature sheet by 12/31/2018. 4. The Program Specialist will review all individual¿s assessments on a quarterly basis to ensure that functional strengths, needs and preference are addressed in the assessment starting on 01/2019. 10/12/2018 Implemented
6400.181(e)(7)REPEAT from 7/12/17 annual inspection: Individual #1's 12/30/17 assessment did not include his/her ability to sense and move away quickly from heat sources.The assessment must include the following information: The individual's knowledge of the danger of heat sources and ability to sense and move away quickly from heat sources which exceed 120° F and are not insulated. 1. On 08/30/2018 the Program Specialist added into the assessment the individual¿s ability to sense and move away quickly from heat sources. 2. On 09/04/2018-09/08/2018 the Program Specialist reviewed all other individual¿s files to ensure that assessments included the individual¿s ability to sense and move away quickly from heat sources. All other individual¿s files included the individual¿s ability to sense and move away quickly from heat sources. 3. All staff including Program Specialist will be trained by Vice President on Regulation 6400.181 (7) to include that all assessments include the individual¿s ability to sense and move away quickly from heat sources. All staff will sign off on training signature sheet by 12/31/2018. 4. The Program Specialist will review all individual¿s assessments on a quarterly basis to ensure that the individual¿s ability to sense and move away quickly from heat sources are addressed in the assessment starting on 01/2019. 10/12/2018 Implemented
6400.181(e)(12)Individual #1's 12/30/17 assessment did not include recommendations for specific areas of training, programming and services.The assessment must include the following information: Recommendations for specific areas of training, programming and services. 1. On 08/30/2018 the Program Specialist revised the assessment to put in the recommendations for specific areas of training, programming and services. 2. On 09/04/2018- 09/07/2018 the Program Specialist reviewed all other individual assessments to ensure that recommendations for specific areas of training, programming and services are in the assessment. All other assessments were found to be in compliance with recommendations for specific areas of training, programming and services be included in the assessment. 3. All staff including Program Specialist will be trained by CEO on Regulation 6400.181(12) to include that all assessments include the recommendation for specific areas of training, programming and services are in the assessment. All staff will sign off on training signature paper by 12/31/2018. 4. The CEO will review all assessments on a quarterly basis to ensure that they are correct and up to date with the ISP starting 01/2019. 10/12/2018 Implemented
6400.186(d)There was no documentation to indicate who Individual #1's 6/28/18, 3/31/18, 1/2/18 and 10/2/17 Individual Support Plan (ISP) reviews were sent to.The program specialist shall provide the ISP review documentation, including recommendations, if applicable, to the SC, as applicable, and plan team members within 30 calendar days after the ISP review meeting. 1. On 08/31/2018 the Program Specialist revised the ISP reviews to include the specific team members that received the ISP reviews. 2. On 09/04/2018- 09/07/2018 the Program Specialist reviewed all other individual ISP reviews to ensure that the ISP reviews indicated the name of the specific team members that received the assessment. The Program Specialist made changes to all other ISP reviews to indicate the specific team members name that received the assessment. 3. All staff including Program Specialist will be trained by CEO on Regulation 6400.186(d) to include that the name of the specific team members that received the ISP reviews. All staff will sign off on training signature paper by 12/31/2018. 4. The CEO will review all assessments on a quarterly basis to ensure that ISP reviews are correct and up to date with specific team signatures starting on 01/2019. 10/12/2018 Implemented
6400.186(e)REPEAT from 7/12/17 annual inspection: Individual #1's mother was not offered the option to decline Individual #1's Individual Support Plan (ISP) review information. The program specialist shall notify the plan team members of the option to decline the ISP review documentation. 1. On 08/30/2018 the Program Specialist offered all team members the opportunity to review the ISP. The individual¿s mother is in jail and is not able to decline at this time. 2. On 09/04/2018 the Program Specialist reviewed all other individual¿s files to ensure that all team members were given the opportunity to review the ISP. All other individual¿s files were in compliance. 3. All staff including Program Specialist will be trained by Vice President on Regulation 6400.186 e to include that all team members are given the opportunity to review individual¿s ISP. All staff will sign off on training signature sheet by 12/31/2018. 4. The Program Specialist will review all individual¿s ISP on a quarterly basis to ensure that all team members will be given the opportunity to review the ISP starting on 01/2019. 10/12/2018 Implemented
6400.195(e)(1)Individual #1's restrictive behavior plan does not include the behaviors to be address and the suspected antecedent or reason for the behavior regarding the home telephone, personal cell phone, iPod, and internet usage.The restrictive procedure plan shall include: The specific behavior to be addressed and the suspected antecedent or reason for the behavior. 1. On 08/30/2018, the Behavioral Specialist Consultant developed in restrictive plan the suspected antecedent for behavior regarding home telephone, personal cell phone, I-Pod and internet usage. 2. On 09/04/2018-09/08/2018 the Behavioral Specialist went through all other individuals¿ restrictive plans to ensure that suspected antecedents for behavior were included in all restrictive plans. All other restrictive plans had antecedents for behaviors within the restrictive plan. 3. All staff including the Behavioral Specialist will be trained by 12/31/2018 by the CEO on regulation 6400.195 e1 to ensure that all suspected antecedents for behavior are included in all restrictive plans. All staff will sign off on training signature paper. 4. The Behavioral Specialist Consultant will review all individual¿s restrictive plans on a quarterly basis to ensure that suspected antecedents for behavior are included in all restrictive plans starting on 01/2019. 10/12/2018 Implemented
6400.195(e)(2)Individual #1's restrictive behavior plan does not include the single behavioral outcome desired stated in measurable terms for the home telephone, personal cell phone, iPod, and internet usage.The restrictive procedure plan shall include: The single behavioral outcome desired stated in measurable terms. 1. On 08/30/2018, the Behavioral Specialist Consultant included single behavioral outcome stated in measurable terms for individual¿s home telephone, personal cell phone, I-Pod and internet usage. 2. On 09/04/2019-09/08/2018 the Behavioral Specialist Consultant went through all other individuals¿ restrictive plans to ensure that behavioral outcomes were stated in measurable terms. All other restrictive plans had behavioral outcomes that were stated in measurable terms. 3. All staff including the Behavioral Specialist will be trained by 12/31/2018 by the CEO on regulation 6400.195 e2 to ensure that all behavioral outcomes are stated in measurable terms in restrictive plans. All staff will sign off on training signature paper. 4. The Behavioral Specialist Consultant will review all individual¿s restrictive plans on a quarterly basis to ensure that all behavioral outcomes are stated in measurable terms in restrictive plans starting on 01/2019. 10/12/2018 Implemented
6400.195(e)(3)Individual #1's restrictive behavioral plan does not include the methods for modifying or eliminating the behavior for the restrictions around the home telephone, personal cell phone, iPod, and internet usage. The restrictive procedure plan shall include: Methods for modifying or eliminating the behavior, such as changes in the individual's physical and social environment, changes in the individual's routine, improving communications, teaching skills and reinforcing appropriate behavior. 1. On 08/30/2018 the Behavioral Specialist Consultant made modifications in restrictive plan involving individual¿s home telephone, personal cell phone, I-Pod and internet usage to include methods for modifying or eliminating behavior including changes in the individual¿s physical and social environment. 2. On 09/04/2018- 09/08/2018 the Behavioral Specialist Consultant went through all other individuals¿ restrictive plans to ensure that modifications were made within interventions to methods for modifying or eliminating behaviors. All other restrictive plan included methods for modifying or eliminating behaviors. 3. All staff including the Behavioral Specialist will be trained by the CEO by 12/31/2018 on regulation 6400.195 e3 to ensure that all restrictive plans include methods for modifying or eliminating behaviors. All staff will sign off on training signature paper. 4. The Behavioral Specialist Consultant will review all restrictive plans to ensure that all restrictive plans include methods for modifying or eliminating behaviors starting on 01/2019. 10/12/2018 Implemented
6400.195(e)(4)Individual #1's restrictive procedure plan does not include the home telephone, personal cell phone, iPod, and internet usage and the circumstances under which these restrictions may be used.The restrictive procedure plan shall include: Types of restrictive procedures that may be used and the circumstances under which the procedures may be used. 1. On 08/30/2018, the Behavioral Specialist Consultant made modifications in restrictive plan to include the types of restrictive procedures that may be used and the circumstances in which electronics would be disabled from the individual. 2. On 09/04/2018- 09/08/2018 the Behavioral Specialist Consultant went through all other individuals¿ restrictive plans to ensure the circumstances of when restrictive procedures may be used. All other restrictive plans included the circumstances of when restrictive procedures may be used. 3. All staff including the Behavioral Specialist Consultant will be trained by the CEO by 12/31/2018 on regulation 6400.195 e 4 to ensure that all restrictive plans include circumstances when restrictive procedures may be used. All staff will sign off on training signature paper. 4. The Behavioral Specialist Consultant will review all restrictive plans to ensure that all restrictive plans include circumstances when restrictive procedures may be used starting on 01/2019. 10/12/2018 Implemented
6400.195(e)(5)REPEAT from 7/12/17 annual inspection: Individual #1's restrictive procedure plan does not include a target date for his/her restrictions to the home telephone, personal cell phone, ipod, and internet usage.The restrictive procedure plan shall include: A target date for achieving the outcome. 1. On 08/30/2018, the Behavioral Specialist Consultant included in a target date for individual¿s restriction on home telephone, personal cell phone, I-Pod and internet usage. 2. On 09/04/2018- 09/08/2018, the Behavioral Specialist Consultant went through all other individuals¿ restrictive plans to ensure that all individuals¿ restrictions had a target date. All other restrictive plans included target date for individuals¿ restrictions. 3. All staff including the Behavioral Specialist Consultant will be trained by the CEO by 12/31/2018 on regulation 6400.195 e 5 to ensure that all individuals¿ restrictions in a restrictive plan have target dates. All staff will sign off on training signature paper. 4. The Behavioral Specialist Consultant will review all restrictive plans to ensure that all individual¿s restriction in a restrictive plan have target dates starting on 01/2019. 10/12/2018 Implemented
6400.211(b)(1)Individual #1's record did not include the name, address, relationship and telephone number of the person designated to be contacted in case of an emergency.Emergency information for each individual shall include the following: The name, address, telephone number and relationship of a designated person to be contacted in case of an emergency. 1. On 08/30/2018, the Program Specialist listed Medical Coordinator as emergency contact. Individual¿s mother is in jail and individual has no other relatives. 2. On 09/04/2018 the Program Specialist went through other individual¿s files to ensure that all other individuals have emergency contacts in their file. All other individual¿s had emergency contact listed in their file. 3. All staff including the Program Specialist will be trained by 12/31/2018 by Vice President on regulation 6400.211 b1 to ensure that all individuals have an emergency contact listed in their file. All staff will sign off on training signature paper. 4. The Program Specialist will review all individuals¿ files on a quarterly basis to ensure that each individual has an emergency contact in their file starting on 01/2019. 10/11/2018 Implemented
6400.211(b)(3)Individual #1's record did not include the name, address and telephone number of the person able to give consent for emergency medical treatment.Emergency information for each individual shall include the following: The name, address and telephone number of the person able to give consent for emergency medical treatment, if applicable. 1. On 08/30/2018 the Program Specialist listed the Medical Coordinator as the emergency contact to give medical consent. Individual¿s mother is in jail and individual has no other relatives. 2. On 09/04/2018 the Program Specialist went through other individual¿s files to ensure that all other individual had an emergency contact to give medical consent. All other individual¿s had emergency contact to give medical consent. 3. All staff including the Program Specialist will be trained by 12/31/2018 by the Vice President on regulation 6400.211 b3 to ensure that all individuals have an emergency contact to give medical consent in their file. All staff will sign off on training signature paper. 4. The Program Specialist will review all individuals¿ files on a quarterly basis to ensure that each individual has an emergency contact in their file to give medical consent starting on 01/2019. 10/12/2018 Implemented
6400.213(11)REPEAT from 7/12/17 annual inspection: -Individual #1's 12/28/17 psychiatric appointment form lists Amoxicillin as an allergy. This allergy is not included on any other document in Individual #1's record. -Individual #1's Individual Support Plan (ISP) includes a diagnosis of Anxiety. Individual #1's face sheet in the record did not include a diagnosis of Anxiety. --Individual #1's supervision level in their restrictive procedure plan does not match their supervision level that is recorded in their ISP; "3:1 staffing for 2nd shift and 2:1 staffing for 1st and 3rd shift, staff need to be within hearing distance of the individual and 15 minutes eye sight checks to ensure his/her safety." Each individual's record must include the following information: Content discrepancy in the ISP, The annual update or revision under § 6400.186. 1. On 8/30/2018, the administrative assistant updated the individual¿s demographics to reflect his current allergies. 2. On 09/04/2018, the administrative assistant reviewed all other individual¿s demographics to make sure that all were in compliance with regulation 6400.213.11. All demographics were updated to show current information on all of the individuals. 3. All staff including the administrative assistant will be trained by 12/31/2018 by quality compliance manager on regulation 6400.213.11 to ensure that all documentation is correct and up to date to include but not limited to allergies. All staff will sign off on training signature paper. 4. The administrative assistant will review all demographics on a quarterly basis to ensure compliance with regulation 6400.213.11 starting on 01/2019. 10/12/2018 Implemented
SIN-00117505 Renewal 07/12/2017 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.73(a)Bottom five stairs of steps in basement did not have a well-secured handrail. Each ramp, and interior stairway and outside steps exceeding two steps shall have a well-secured handrail. The program field manager will ensure that each home that have steps will have a well-secured handrail attached to the wall. The program field manager will also be trained in 6400.73(a) and will ensure on a weekly checklist that each home will be checked and signed off when completed. All staff will also be re-trained on all 6400 regulations so if this were to occur again, it can be reported and replaced as soon as possible. The vice president will train the Program Field Manager and all staff on this regulation 6400.73(a) and will ensure that the entire agency has reviewed this regulation and will be completed by 9/30/17 09/30/2017 Implemented
6400.112(h)The 7/5/17, 6/20/17, 4/19/17 fire drill did not indicate if Individual #1 went to the designated meeting place. Individuals shall evacuate to a designated meeting place outside the building or within the fire safe area during each fire drill.The direct support staff will be responsible for each fire drill (announced and unannounced) and ensure that each individual meets at the designated meeting place and the Team Leader will be responsible for reviewing the fire drill form for completeness and correctness on a monthly basis. The Team Leaders will be trained on the completeness and correctness on the new fire drill forms. Please see attachment 1(9/30/17)JR 8/7/17 07/26/2017 Implemented
6400.141(c)(3)Individual #1's physical exam dated 10/26/16 did not include immunization information. It was left blank. 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. The Medical Coordinator will review each of the individual physicals and ensure all documentation is complete. Any areas not completed will be taken back to the PCP for completion. The Medical Coordinator will sign and date after ensuring all documentation is completed. The Medical Coordinator will also be re-trained on regulation 6400.141(c)(3). The vice president will train the Medical Coordinator and all staff on this regulation 6400.141(c)(3) and will ensure that the entire agency has reviewed this regulation and will be completed by 9/30/17 09/30/2017 Implemented
6400.141(c)(11)Individual #1's physical exam dated 10/26/16 did not include an assessment of the individual's health maintenance needs, medication regimen and the need for blood work at recommended intervals. 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. The Medical Coordinator will review each of the individual physicals and ensure all documentation is complete. Any areas not completed will be taken back to the PCP for completion. Medical Coordinator will sign and date after ensuring all documentation is completed. The Medical Coordinator will also be re-trained on regulation 6400.141(c)(11)(9/30/17)JR 8/7/17 09/30/2017 Implemented
6400.141(c)(14)Individual #1's physical exam dated 10/26/16 did not include 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 Medical Coordinator will review each of the individual physicals and ensure all documentation is complete. Any areas not completed will be taken back to the PCP for completion. Medical Coordinator will sign and date after ensuring all documentation is completed. The Medical Coordinator will also be re-trained on regulation 6400.141(c)(14)(9/30/17) JR 8/7/17 09/30/2017 Implemented
6400.181(b)Individual #1's assessment dated 12/30/2016 was not updated to reflect 2:1 additional staffing and information regarding restrictive procedure.If the program specialist is making a recommendation to revise a service or outcome in the ISP as provided under § 6400.186(c)(4) (relating to ISP review and revision), the individual shall have an assessment completed as required under this section. The Program Specialist will review each individuals record and will ensure that communication is open between him and each supports coordinator to ensure an outcome or service needed that a ISP revision is made. This will also ensure that if there is a change or an update that needs to be made in the ISP it will be completed. The Program Specialist will review each individuals record and communicate with each supports coordinator in accordance with 6400.186(c)(4) & The Program Specialist created a new assessment outline / form taken directly from § 6400.181. All items from the regulation § 6400.181 was added to the new assessment. The program specialist will review each individuals record and make the necessary updates to all assessments to include the new outline / form and notify each supports coordinator as to any said updates so an appropriate update can be made to the individuals ISP. The new assessment will ensure that each individuals record will be updated and what each individuals ability is in all specified areas on regulation § 6400.181(b) & § 6400.181(e)(4) This will also ensure that there was proper documentation for all individuals staffing ratios for the individuals need for supervision and all areas of the assessment. The vice president will train the Program Specialist and all staff on this regulation 6400.181(b) and will ensure that the entire agency has reviewed this regulation and will be completed by 12/31/17 12/31/2017 Implemented
6400.181(e)(3)(iii)Individual #1's assessment dated 12/30/2016 did not include information regarding the current level of performance and progress in the area of personal adjustment.The individual's current level of performance and progress in the following areas: Personal adjustment. The Program Specialist created a new assessment outline / form taken directly from § 6400.181. All items from the regulation § 6400.181 was added to the new assessment. The program specialist will review each individuals record and make the necessary updates to all assessments to include the new outline / form and notify each supports coordinator as to any said updates so an appropriate update can be made to the individuals ISP. The new assessment will ensure that each individuals record will be updated and what each individuals ability is in all specified areas on regulation § 6400.181 This will also ensure that there was progress or performance in the area of personal adjustment § 6400.181(e)(3)(iii) and all areas of the assessment. The vice president will train the Program Specialist and all staff on this regulation 6400.181(e)(3)(iii) and will ensure that the entire agency has reviewed this regulation and will be completed by 12/31/17. 12/31/2017 Implemented
6400.181(e)(7)Individual #1's assessment dated 12/30/2016 did not include information regarding knowledge of heat sources.The assessment must include the following information: The individual's knowledge of the danger of heat sources and ability to sense and move away quickly from heat sources which exceed 120° F and are not insulated. The Program Specialist created a new assessment outline / form taken directly from § 6400.181. All items from the regulation § 6400.181 was added to the new assessment. The program specialist will review each individuals record and make the necessary updates to all assessments to include the new outline / form and notify each supports coordinator as to any said updates so an appropriate update can be made to the individuals ISP. The new assessment will ensure that each individuals record will be updated and what each individuals ability is in all specified areas on regulation § 6400.181 This will also ensure that there was documentation of the individuals knowledge of heat sources and the ability to sense and move away quickly from heat sources which exceed 120 degrees and are not insulated in accordance with 6400.181(7). The vice president will train the Program Specialist and all staff on this regulation 6400.183(7) and will ensure that the entire agency has reviewed this regulation and will be completed by 12/31/17 12/31/2017 Implemented
6400.181(e)(9)Individual #1's assessment dated 12/30/2016 did not include information regarding functional and medical limitations.The assessment must include the following information: Documentation of the individual's disability, including functional and medical limitations. The Program Specialist created a new assessment outline / form taken directly from § 6400.181. All items from the regulation § 6400.181 was added to the new assessment. The program specialist will review each individuals record and make the necessary updates to all assessments to include the new outline / form and notify each supports coordinator as to any said updates so an appropriate update can be made to the individuals ISP. The new assessment will ensure that each individuals record will be updated and what each individuals ability is in all specified areas on regulation § 6400.181 This will also ensure that there was documentation of the individuals information regarding functional and medical limitations in accordance with 6400.181(9). The vice president will train the Program Specialist and all staff on this regulation 6400.183(9) and will ensure that the entire agency has reviewed this regulation and will be completed by 12/31/17 12/31/2017 Implemented
6400.181(e)(14)Individual #1's assessment dated 12/30/2016 did not include information regarding knowledge of water safety and ability to swim.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. The Program Specialist created a new assessment outline / form taken directly from § 6400.181. All items from the regulation § 6400.181 was added to the new assessment. The program specialist will review each individuals record and make the necessary updates to all assessments to include the new outline / form and notify each supports coordinator as to any said updates so an appropriate update can be made to the individuals ISP. The new assessment will ensure that each individuals record will be updated and what each individuals ability is in all specified areas on regulation § 6400.181(14) This will also ensure that the Program Specialist will update each individuals record to include progress over the last 365 days in individuals level of knowledge of water safety and their ability to swim and all areas of the assessment. The vice president will train the Program Specialist and all staff on this regulation 6400.181(14) and will ensure that the entire agency has reviewed this regulation and will be completed by 12/31/17 12/31/2017 Implemented
6400.183(7)(iii)The ISP did not include information regarding Individual #1's potential to advance in vocational programming. The ISP, including annual updates and revisions under § 6400.186 (relating to ISP review and revision), must include the following:Assessment of the individual's potential to advance in the following: Vocational programming. The Program Specialist will review each individuals record and will ensure that communication is open between him and each supports coordinator to ensure an outcome or service needed that a ISP revision is made. This will also ensure that if there is a change or an update that needs to be made in the ISP it will be completed. The Program Specialist will review each individuals record and communicate with each supports coordinator on each individuals potential to advance in the vocational programming in accordance with 6400.183(7)(iii). The vice president will train the Program Specialist and all staff on this regulation 6400.183(7)(iii) and will ensure that the entire agency has reviewed this regulation and will be completed by 12/31/17 12/31/2017 Implemented
6400.183(7)(iv)The ISP did not include information regarding Individual #1's potential to advance in competitive community-integrated employment. The ISP, including annual updates and revisions under § 6400.186 (relating to ISP review and revision), must include the following: Assessment of the individual's potential to advance in the following: Competitive community-integrated employment. The Program Specialist will review each individuals record and will ensure that communication is open between him and each supports coordinator to ensure an outcome or service needed that a ISP revision is made. This will also ensure that if there is a change or an update that needs to be made in the ISP it will be completed. The Program Specialist will review each individuals record and communicate with each supports coordinator on each individuals potential to advance in the competitive community-integrated employment in accordance with 6400.183(7)(iv). The vice president will train the Program Specialist and all staff on this regulation 6400.183(7)(iv) and will ensure that the entire agency has reviewed this regulation and will be completed by 12/31/17 12/31/2017 Implemented
6400.185(b)Individual #1's ISP outcome "home" indicates Individual will be working on learning/using coping skills. Individual is working on social etiquette and bedroom maintainence. The ISP shall be implemented as written.The Program Specialist will review each individuals record and will ensure that communication is open between him and each supports coordinator to ensure an outcome matches each individuals ISP. This will ensure that proper documentation is being made for each individuals outcomes. Also this will ensure that each outcome will be properly documented for monthly progress notes and quarterly reviews of each individuals ISP and if a change is needed the Program Specialist will notify the supports coordinator to ensure that the ISP matches in accordance with 6400.185(b). The vice president will train the Program Specialist and all staff on this regulation 6400.185(b) and will ensure that the entire agency has reviewed this regulation and will be completed by 12/31/17 12/31/2017 Implemented
6400.186(a)Individual #1's date of admission was 11/01/2016. First ISP review was to be completed by 02/01/2017. ISP review was completed on 04/11/2017. The program specialist shall complete an ISP review of the services and expected outcomes in the ISP specific to the residential home licensed under this chapter with the individual every 3 months or more frequently if the individual's needs change which impacts the services as specified in the current ISP. The Program Specialist will review each individuals ISP and will ensure that communication is open between him and each supports coordinator to ensure an outcome will be used as soon as the ISP is attached. The program specialist will also ensure that documentation on the outcome will start on the individuals move in date and it will ensure that prior to the assessment is completed that there are progress notes and a first quarterly review completed. If there are any updates or outcomes that need to be put into the ISP the Program Specialist will ensure that open communication with each individuals supports coordinator for any updates / changes that are made during the reporting period / assessment reflect each individuals ISP in accordance with 6400.186(a). The vice president will train the Program Specialist and all staff on this regulation 6400.186(a) and will ensure that the entire agency has reviewed this regulation and will be completed by 9/30/17 09/30/2017 Implemented
6400.186(c)(2)Individual #1's ISP reviews did not include information regarding SEEN, behavior support plan, restrictive procedure, or dental plan. The ISP review must include the following: A review of each section of the ISP specific to the residential home licensed under this chapter. The Program Specialist will review each individuals ISP review / Quarterly review has a section addressing a behavior support plan, seen plan and a dental plan. The Program Specialist will also ensure that for each individual on a behavior support plan that there are updates for the review period to include the amount of physical interventions used or properly document no physical interventions used during this reporting period. The Program Specialist will also review all individual records to update the ISP review / Quarterly review for a dental plan & SEEN plan and will be updated accordingly to each reporting period in accordance with § 6400.186(c)(2). Proper ISP reviews will ensure each item is documented properly and for future reporting periods for each individual. The vice president will train the Program Specialist and all staff on this regulation 6400.186(c)(2) and will ensure that the entire agency has reviewed this regulation and will be completed by 12/31/17 12/31/2017 Implemented
6400.186(e)All team members were not notified of the option to decline ISP review documenation. The program specialist shall notify the plan team members of the option to decline the ISP review documentation. The declination sheet has been distributed to all team members that provide services to the individual. When a new team member is presented, a declination sheet will be provided to that person, so that they will have the opportunity to accept or decline ISP review documentation. The Vice President has trained the Program Specialist on training verification form. The Program Specialist will also review each individuals record for ISP quarterly reviews and add a declination signature page for all team member to either accept or deny any quarterly ISP review that has information contained from the ISP, Progress notes, observations etc. The proper documentation will ensure that each team member will have the chance to review or deny any information contained from the ISP for each individual in accordance with § 6400.186(e). The vice president will train the Program Specialist and all staff on this regulation 6400.186(e) and will ensure that the entire agency has reviewed this regulation and will be completed by 12/31/17 12/31/2017 Implemented
6400.194(b)The restrictive procedure review committee did not include a majority of persons who do not provide direct services to the individual. The restrictive procedure review committee shall include a majority of persons who do not provide direct services to the individual. A new Human Rights Committee form will be created to ensure that each person on the Human Rights Committee is identified on a signature sheet and the majority of persons on the committee do not directly work with the individual. The signature sheet will also ensure that the chair person will be identified and will be taken to each review. Also the new form will ensure that proper documentation will be kept for all individuals who are on a restrictive procedure plan in accordance with § 6400.194(b). The Program Specialist will ensure that the new Human Rights Committee sheet is created and will ensure that it is taken to each individuals review. The vice president will train the Program Specialist and all staff on this regulation 6400.194(b) and will ensure that the entire agency has reviewed this regulation and will be completed by 11/16/2017 11/16/2017 Implemented
6400.195(d)Chairperson of the restrictive procedure review committee did not sign or date Individual #1's 6/1/17 restrictive plan.The restrictive procedure plan shall be reviewed, approved, signed and dated by the chairperson of the restrictive procedure review committee and the program specialist, prior to the use of a restrictive procedure, whenever the restrictive procedure plan is revised and at least every 6 months. A new Human Rights Committee form will be created to ensure that each person on the Human Rights Committee is identified on a signature sheet and the majority of persons on the committee do not directly work with the individual. The signature sheet will also ensure that the chair person will be identified and will be taken to each review. Also the new form will ensure that proper documentation will be kept for all individuals who are on a restrictive procedure plan in accordance with § 6400.195(d) The Program Specialist will ensure that the new Human Rights Committee sheet is created and will ensure that it is taken to each individuals review. The vice president will train the Program Specialist and all staff on this regulation 6400.195(d) and will ensure that the entire agency has reviewed this regulation and will be completed by 11/16/2017 11/16/2017 Implemented
6400.195(e)(5)The restrictive procedure plan did not include a target date for achieving the outcome. The restrictive procedure plan shall include: A target date for achieving the outcome. A new Restrictive Procedure Plan was created by the Program Specialist to ensure that each item from regulation § 6400.195 (e)(5) is included in each individuals restrictive procedure plan. The Program Specialist will review each individuals restrictive procedure plan to ensure that there is a target date specified. The program specialist will also send each individuals restrictive procedure plan to the committee prior to each individuals meeting date to ensure a proper review of each restrictive plan is in accordance with regulation § 6400.195(e)(5). The vice president will train the Program Specialist and all staff on this regulation 6400.195(e)(5) and will ensure that the entire agency has reviewed this regulation and will be completed by 11/16/2017 11/16/2017 Implemented
6400.213(11)Physical exam documents allergies to latex, thorazine, tramadol. Assessment and ISP did not indicate any allergies. All diagnosis information was not present on physical exam dated 10/26/2016. Each individual's record must include the following information: Content discrepancy in the ISP, The annual update or revision under § 6400.186. The Medical Coordinator will review each of the individual physicals and ensure all documentation is complete. Any areas not completed will be taken back to the PCP for completion. The Medical Coordinator will sign and date after ensuring all documentation is completed. The Medical Coordinator will also be re-trained on regulation 6400.213(11). The vice president will train the Medical Coordinator and all staff on this regulation 6400.213(11) and will ensure that the entire agency has reviewed this regulation and will be completed by 9/30/17 09/30/2017 Implemented
SIN-00110692 Unannounced Monitoring 02/17/2017 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.16On Sunday January 1, Staff #3 reported to have witnessed Staff #2 tell Individual # 1 that he/she was going to "punch him/her in the face". Staff #3 provided a signed witness statement confirming verbal threats made. Abuse of an individual is prohibited. Abuse is an act or omission of an act that willfully deprives an individual of rights or human dignity or which may cause or causes actual physical injury or emotional harm to an individual, such as striking or kicking an individual; neglect; rape; sexual molestation, sexual exploitation or sexual harassment of an individual; sexual contact between a staff person and an individual; restraining an individual without following the requirements in this chapter; financial exploitation of an individual; humiliating an individual; or withholding regularly scheduled meals.There was an investigation conducted by Next Step Care, Inc. the alleged staff was suspended pending the outcome of the investigation. After the investigation was completed the staff was terminated and the remaining staffs were retrained on abuse, recognizing abuse and the policy of reporting abuse. Please see attached picture #13 and attached policy. 04/12/2017 Implemented
6400.64(e)Two trash bags full of aluminum cans were located by the basement egress door and not in receptacles. Three Miller lite beer cans were on the floor by the bags. Trash receptacles over 18 inches high shall have lids. There was a trash can purchased for the basement for the collection of any cans that the individual so choses to collect. Next Step Care, Inc. will insure that all trash cans over 18 inches have lid. All staff were retrained so that trash cans over 18 inches shall have a lid per 6400 regulations. Please see attached picture #12 and #8. Next Step Care, Inc. will use the home checklist to check all houses for any maintenance issues on a weekly basis and repair any issues that arise in a timely fashion. The field manager, team lead or staff will sign off on the weekly check list to alert the maintenance personnel of any issues of the home so they can be fixed in a timely fashion. 04/12/2017 Implemented
6400.67(a)A three inch hole was located in the wall behind the door in Individual # 1's bedroom where the door knob contacts the wall. A 6 inch hole is in the wall of the basement stairwell. Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces shall be in good repair. The hole behind the door was repaired and a door stopper was put in place. The hole in the basement was repaired. Next Step Care, Inc. will use the home checklist to check all houses for any maintenance issues on a weekly basis and repair any issues that arise in a timely fashion. The field manager, team lead or staff will sign off on the weekly check list to alert the maintenance personnel of any issues of the home so they can be fixed in a timely fashion. 04/12/2017 Implemented
6400.70The handheld phone is located in the upstairs staff office which remains locked when staff are not in the office. A home shall have an operable, noncoin-operated telephone with an outside line that is easily accessible to individuals and staff persons. A second phone was put in the home. Next Step Care, Inc. will insure that a phone in the common areas of the home always. All staff were retrained that there shall be a phone accessible always to every individual per 6400 regulations. Next Step Care, Inc. will use the home checklist to check all houses for any maintenance issues on a weekly basis and repair any issues that arise in a timely Fashion. The field manager, team lead or staff will sign off on the weekly check list to alert the maintenance personnel of any issues of the home so they can be fixed a timely fashion. 04/12/2017 Implemented
6400.72(b)The window screen on the back porch window has a rip approximately 7 inches long. Screens, windows and doors shall be in good repair. The screen for the window was replaced Next Step Care, Inc. will use the home checklist to check all houses for any maintenance issues on a weekly basis and repair any issues that arise in a timely fashion. The field manager, team lead or staff will sign off on the weekly check list to alert the maintenance personnel letting them know of any issues of the home so they can be fixed in a timely manner. All staff were retrained on windows, screens and doors per chapter 6400 regulations. See attached pictures #9 and #8. 04/12/2017 Implemented
6400.73(b)The railing on the back porch is missing 6 spindles. Each porch that has over an 18-inch drop shall have a well-secured railing.The broken spindles were replaced. Next Step Care, Inc. will use the home checklist to check all houses for any maintenance issues on a weekly basis and repair any issues that arise in a timely fashion. The field manager, team lead or staff will sign off on the weekly check list to alert the maintenance personnel of any issues of the home so they can be fixed in a timely fashion All staff were retrained on hand rails and railings per 6400 regulations. Please see attached pictures #7 and #8 04/12/2017 Implemented
6400.81(k)(2)Individual # 1's bedframe is broken and being stored in the basement. The bed does not have a frame as a foundation. In bedrooms, each individual shall have the following: A clean, comfortable mattress and solid foundation. A new bed was ordered for the individual and was delivered on 3/22/17, please see attached pictures #3 and #4. Next Step Care, Inc. will ensure once an individual breaks their bed, the individual will have their bed replaced in a prompt and timely manner. All staff were retrained on what is supposed to be in each of the individual¿s bedroom per the 6400 regulations. Next Step Care, Inc. will use the home checklist to check all houses for any maintenance issues on a weekly basis and repair any issues that arise in a timely fashion. The field manager, team lead or staff will sign off on the weekly check list to alert the maintenance personnel letting them know of any issues of the home so they can be fixed in a timely fashion. 04/12/2017 Implemented
6400.81(k)(6)Individual # 1 does not have a mirror in the bedroom. In bedrooms, each individual shall have the following: A mirror. A non-breakable mirror was placed in the individual¿s room and the Supports Coordinator revised individual¿s ISP stating due to her breaking mirrors and cutting herself. A non-breakable mirror will be in her bedroom for her access. Please see attached pictures #5 and #6. All staff were retrained on what is supposed to be in each of the individual¿s bedroom per the 6400 regulations. Next Step Care, Inc. will use the home checklist to check all houses for any maintenance issues on a weekly basis and repair any issues that arise in a timely fashion. The field manager, team lead or staff will sign off on the weekly check list to alert the maintenance personnel personnel letting them know of any issues of the home so they can be fixed a timely fashion. 04/12/2017 Implemented
6400.101Individual # 1's bedroom door was obstructed by clothing, laundry baskets and plastic totes which covered the floor of the bedroom. Stairways, halls, doorways, passageways and exits from rooms and from the building shall be unobstructed. The individual and staff of the house were explained by a Behavior Specialist of Skills of central PA that if the individual did not want her bedroom to be cleaned, she could have her room any way she wanted it. She also explained that is was a human rights violation if the staff were to clean it. After the unannounced inspection, Next Step Care, Inc. was notified that it is a violation of the 6400 regulation in which supersedes the human rights violation. Next Step Care, Inc. retrained all the staff in that house on this regulation and all staff were instructed on their responsibilities for providing a safe and healthy environment. Please see attached picture #2 and #4 04/12/2017 Implemented
6400.104The notification letter to the fire department does not have a date on it. It states Individual # 1's full name and does not indicate the ability to evacuate in the event of a fire. 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. A new fire letter was given to the local fire company with the date 3/23/2017 on it and it states that the individual is able to evacuate on her own during a fire drill. All of management was retrained on the 6400 regulation 104 and the specific contents in the letter that is sent to the local fire department. In addition, Next Step Care, Inc. will also have 2 Management personnel review fire letters before they are sent. Please see attachment picture #1. 04/12/2017 Implemented
SIN-00178854 Renewal 11/04/2020 Compliant - Finalized
SIN-00157437 Renewal 09/24/2019 Compliant - Finalized