Inspection IDReason for InspectionInspection DateInspection Status 
SIN-00226099 Renewal 05/09/2023 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.15(a)The self-assessment was not completed within 3 to 6 months prior to the expiration date of the agency's certificate of compliance. The self-assessment was dated 3/21/2023 and the expiration date for the certificate of compliance is 5/07/2023.The agency shall complete a self-assessment of each home the agency operates serving eight or fewer individuals, within 3 to 6 months prior to the expiration date of the agency¿s certificate of compliance, to measure and record compliance with this chapter. QLHS designated person and Supervisor are the responsible parties to ensure the self- assessment will be filed out and submitted to ODP in a timely manner. 07/24/2023 Implemented
6400.143(a)The record for Individual #3 documents that the individual has refused medical and dental appointments on 2/16/2023, 2/21/2023 and 3/08/2023 and there is no documentation of a training and education plan in the individual's record to address the refusals of treatment.If an individual refuses routine medical or dental examination or treatment, the refusal and continued attempts to train the individual about the need for health care shall be documented in the individual's record. QLHS designated person team lead, Supervisor will train Individual #3 of the importance of attending all required appointments. 07/28/2023 Implemented
6400.32(r)(1)The bedroom door lock for Individual #3 was a "coin-lock" style locking device which does not provide the required level of privacy and security as intended by the regulation.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.QLHS has placed a code lock on individual #3 bedroom door to ensure the individuals privacy. 07/03/2023 Implemented
6400.213(1)(i)The Individual Record for Individual #3 did not include the following information: identifying marks, hair color, eye color, religion, language or race.Each individual's record must include the following information: Personal information, including: (i) The name, sex, admission date, birthdate and Social Security number.QLHS administrative staff Kerry will add the required information to individual #3 information sheet. 07/24/2023 Implemented
SIN-00208927 Renewal 06/28/2022 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.66The light outside the lower level back door of the home was not working due to a burned out lightbulb.Rooms, hallways, interior stairways, outside steps, outside doorways, porches, ramps and fire escapes shall be lighted to assure safety and to avoid accidents. As of 7/29.22 QLHS has corrected the violation of the lower-level outside lightbulb. 07/29/2022 Implemented
6400.68(b)The hot water temperature was measured at 124.3 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot water temperatures in bathtubs and showers may not exceed 120°F. As of 7/29/22 the water temperature was adjusted to 119 degrees Fahrenheit. 07/29/2022 Implemented
6400.106There was no record that a furnace inspection and cleaning has occurred in the past year.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. QLHS FURNACE WAS INSPECTED BY APCAR OIL WE HAVE THE DOCUMENTATION TO SHOW INSPECTION WAS COMPLETED. 09/08/2022 Implemented
SIN-00177107 Renewal 09/22/2020 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.15(a)Quality Life Human Services' license expired on 5/7/2020. The self-assessment was not completed 3-6 months prior to the expiration of this license. It was completed on 4/1/2020.The agency shall complete a self-assessment of each home the agency operates serving eight or fewer individuals, within 3 to 6 months prior to the expiration date of the agency¿s certificate of compliance, to measure and record compliance with this chapter. Quality Life Human Service will complete a monthly self-assessment form in order to ensure that the forms are completed on a timely manor and submitted on a timely manor. Quality Life delicate a designated person to send the self-assessment to ODP within 3-6 months before license expiration date. QLHS will complete the self-assessment for each house before the end of the month. 11/09/2020 Implemented
6400.64(a)There were a large amount of food crumbs along the bottom of the cabinet under the kitchen sinkClean and sanitary conditions shall be maintained in the home. QLHS will retrain staff on cleaning and the up keep of each home on a daily bases. The designated person and program Director will complete round to ensure that the home is cleaned as required. 11/16/2020 Implemented
6400.71The phone number to the nearest hospital was not on the telephone at this residence.Telephone numbers of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center shall be on or by each telephone in the home with an outside line. QLHS has corrected the problem on the day of licensing. To ensure that we are incompliant with ODP regulation the team lead and designated person will also check the phone to make sure the list of emergency numbers are on the phone. The designated person will complete a self- assessment once a month to ensure that we are incompliant. 11/14/2020 Implemented
6400.81(k)(6)Individual #2 did not have a mirror in her bedroom.In bedrooms, each individual shall have the following: A mirror. QLHS has corrected the violation there is a mirror in individual #1 room. QLHS Supervisor or designated person will conduct a monthly check to ensure that the homes are incompliant with ODP regulations. 10/10/2020 Implemented
6400.112(c)A fire drill was held on 4/19/2020. There is no evacuation time noted for this fire drill.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. QLHS will retrained staff on ODP monthly fire drill check- list to ensured completed accurately. 11/14/2020 Implemented
6400.112(d)The evacuation time for the fire drill held on 10/2/2019 was 3 minutes, which exceeds the requirement by 30 seconds. No problems were noted for this fire drill. Individuals shall be able to evacuate the entire building, or to a fire safe area designated in writing within the past year by a fire safety expert, within 2 1/2 minutes or within the period of time specified in writing within the past year by a fire safety expert. The fire safety expert may not be an employe of the home or agency. Staff assistance shall be provided to an individual only if staff persons are always present at the home while the individual is at the home. QLHS designated person will retrain staff on the proper evacuation time according to ODP regulations. To ensure that QLHS are incompliance with ODP the designated person will conduct the monthly fire drill and the supervisor will check the fire drills monthly. 11/14/2020 Implemented
6400.113(a)Individual #2 was admitted on 2/4/2020. She didn't have initial fire safety training until 3/2/2020. An individual, including an individual 17 years of age or younger, shall be instructed in the individual's primary language or mode of communication, upon initial admission and reinstructed annually 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 and smoking safety procedures if individuals smoke at the home. QLHS designated person or program specialist will ensure completed. QLHS created intake check-list to ensure all ODP regulation for intake fire safety training get completed upon initial admission. 11/14/2020 Implemented
6400.141(c)(3)There is no record of a recent DPT immunization for Individual #2. Physical dated 3-24-20 noted "pending record." Notation on the Vaccine Administration Record found in the record of Individual #2 indicates that the last DPT given was 11/10/07. A DPT booster would be required by 11/10/17.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. QLHS designated person or program specialist will ensure completed. QLHS created intake check-list to ensure all ODP regulation for immunization get completed before intake. ((QLHS has requested required information from the physician -11/17/20)) 11/14/2020 Implemented
6400.141(c)(6)he TB section on Individual #2's physical dated 3/24/20 indicates "not known" for the date of the TB 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. QLHS designated person and supervisor will check the individuals records to ensure the fills are update according to ODP regulation. A check sheet will be created to help monitor the items that are required ((QLHS has requested required information from the physician -11/17/20 CH)) 11/14/2020 Implemented
6400.141(c)(10)The communicable disease section on Individual #2's physical dated 3/24/20 is blank.The physical examination shall include: Specific precautions that must be taken if the individual has a communicable disease, to prevent spread of the disease to other individuals. QLHS designated person or program supervisor will ensure completed. QLHS created check-list to ensure all ODP regulation for individual physical get completed to meet ODP regulations. ((QLHS has requested required information from the physician -11/17/20 CH)) 11/12/2020 Implemented
6400.141(c)(11)The assessment of health maintenance needs section on Individual #2's physical dated 3/24/20 noted "see attached." There were no attached documents nor did the agency provide this licensing representative with the required information.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. QLHS will review assessment on a monthly basic and trained designated personal on completing all necessary section needed. ((QLHS has requested required information from the physician -CH 11/17/20)) 11/14/2020 Implemented
6400.141(c)(14)The information pertinent to diagnosis and treatment in case of emergency section on Individual #2's physical dated 3/24/20 notes "see attached." There were no attached documents nor did the agency provide this licensing representative with the required information.The physical examination shall include: Medical information pertinent to diagnosis and treatment in case of an emergency. QLHS will ensure designated person is trained on the the ODP regulation of individual physical. this will ensure all section are completed according to regulation. ((QLHS has requested the required information from the physician -CH 11/17/20)) 11/14/2020 Implemented
6400.141(c)(15)Individual #2's physical dated 3-24-20 noted "see attached" for special instructions for diet. There was no attachment nor did the agency provide this licensing representative with the required information.The physical examination shall include:Special instructions for the individual's diet. QLHS will ensure designated person is trained on the the ODP regulation of individual physical. This will ensure all section get completed according to regulation. ((QLHS has requested required information from the physician -CH 11/17/20)) 11/14/2020 Implemented
6400.151(a)Staff #1's current physical exam is dated 8/15/2018, which exceeds the 2-year requirement. Staff #2 had a physical exam on 9/7/2017. She didn't have another physical exam until 6/23/2020, which exceeds the 2-year requirement. 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. QLHS will hire an HR person to review the staff chart to ensure that we are incompliant with ODP regulation. QLHS designated person will do monthly check to ensure staff is in compliant with ODP regulations. ((HR person Kerry has been hired 11/17/20 CH)) 11/30/2020 Implemented
6400.151(c)(2)Staff #1's current TB test is dated 8/15/2018, which exceeds the 2-year requirement. Staff #2 had a TB test on 2/9/2018. She didn't have another TB test until 6/23/2020, which exceeds the 2-year requirement. The physical examination shall include: Tuberculin skin testing by Mantoux method with negative results every 2 years; or, if tuberculin skin test is positive, an initial chest x-ray with results noted. Tuberculin skin testing may be completed and certified in writing by a registered nurse or a licensed practical nurse instead of a licensed physician, licensed physician's assistant or certified nurse practitioner. QLHS will hire an HR person to review the staff chart to ensure that we are incompliant with ODP regulation. QLHS designated person will do monthly check to ensure staff is in compliant with ODP regulations. ((HR person Kerry has been hired 11/17/20 CH)) 11/30/2020 Implemented
6400.181(a)Individual #2's admission date was 2/4/20. An Assessment for individual #2 was completed on 4/29/20. Each individual shall have an initial assessment within 1 year prior to or 60 calendar days after admission to the residential home and an updated assessment annually thereafter. The initial assessment must include an assessment of adaptive behavior and level of skills completed within 6 months prior to admission to the residential home. QLHS will put all assessments in tabular Pro to ensure that the assessments are completed on a timely manner as recommended by ODP. 11/14/2020 Implemented
6400.181(e)(7)The assessment of Individual #2 indicates that Individual #2 "exits bath if too hot." Information contained in the Individual Support Plan for Individual#2 indicates that "likes hot showers but would not realize if the water were too hot due to nerve damage" and "needs physical assistance to regulate the water temperature for bathing. Will attempt to change the temp if she thinks you are not watching."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. QLHS Program Specialist will update individual #1 Assessment and will resend the updates on to her SC. The Program Specialist will review the assessment before sending it to the SC. 11/14/2020 Implemented
6400.181(e)(14)Individual #2's ability to swim is not assessed as required in the assessment.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. QLHS will create an addendum to individual #3 assessment to address most recent water/swimming safely concerns as required by ODP. QLHS program specialist will update assessment to add water/swimming safety. 11/14/2020 Implemented
6400.211(b)(1)The record of Individual #2 did not contain the name, address, telephone number and relationship of a designated person 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. QLHS designated person will update individual #2 emergency information sheet to add her personal information as required by ODP regulation. QLHS designated person will do monthly check to ensure that all of the individuals served by QLHS required forms are updated in a timely manner. 11/16/2020 Implemented
6400.211(b)(2)The record of Individual #2 did not contain the name, address and telephone number of the individual's physician or source of health care. Emergency information for each individual shall include the following: The name, address and telephone number of the individual's physician or source of health care.QLHS will update individuals #2 emergency information with the name, address and telephone. QLHS designated person will check the individuals emergency information sheet to ensure that it is complete with all of ODP required information. 11/14/2020 Implemented
6400.211(b)(3)The record of Individual #2 did not contain the name, address and telephone number of the person able to give consent for emergency medical treatment, if applicable.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. QLHS will update individuals #2 emergency information with the name, address and telephone. QLHS designated person will check the individuals emergency information sheet to ensure that it is complete with all of ODP required information. 11/14/2020 Implemented
6400.213(6)The record of Individual #2 did not contain an Assessment. The Assessment was provided during inspection. It was not hole punched and not part of the record.Each individual's record must include the following information: Assessments as required under § 6400.181 (relating to assessment). Individua #2 Assessment was completed the program specialist had it saved on her computer. QLHS designated person or Program Specialist will complete monthly checks to ensure that al forms are completed. 11/14/2020 Implemented
6400.15(b)The self-assessment dated 4/1/2020 was not a full self-assessment. It only went up to the Plan Development/Process/Content section.(b) The agency shall use the Department's licensing inspection instrument for the community homes for individuals with an intellectual disability or autism regulations to measure and record compliance.QLHS has designated the Program Director and Director to complete self - assessments every 2 months to ensure that the Self-assessment are completed in a timely manner. QLHS has created its own form to be completed on a monthly bases to ensure that QLHS catches any concerns that need to be addressed in a timely manner. 11/14/2020 Implemented
6400.181(f)There was no documentation that Individual #2's assessment was sent to the plan team members 30 days prior to the ISP meeting. Assessment completed on 4/29/20 and the ISP was updated on 6/22/20.The program specialist shall provide the assessment to the individual plan team members at least 30 calendar days prior to an individual plan meeting.QLHS will use tabular pro program to assist with reminding the program specialist when the assessment are due to ensure that it is completed and sent to Support Coordinator in a timely manner according to ODP regulations. 11/14/2020 Implemented
6400.213(1)(i)The record for Individual #2 did not include the following information: her sex, admission date, birthdate, Social Security number, race, color of hair, color of eyes, identifying marks, 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, religious affiliation and next of kin.Each individual's record must include the following information: Personal information, including: (i) The name, sex, admission date, birthdate and Social Security number; (ii) race, color of hair, color of eyes and identifying marks; (iii) 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; (iv) religious affiliation; (v) next of kinQLHS designated person will update Individual #1 information to include her personal information as required by ODP. The individuals personal information will be updated on a monthly bases. 11/14/2020 Implemented
SIN-00174549 Unannounced Monitoring 07/21/2020 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.141(a)Individual #1 (DOB: 6/12/1996) was admitted on 9/8/2019. She did not have a physical exam until 2/19/2020.An individual shall have a physical examination within 12 months prior to admission and annually thereafter. Tabula Pro will be the system QLHS will utilize to manage the completion of medical appointments, test, physicals, and all required forms to insure completion is within ODP's regulations and in a timely manner. 09/15/2020 Implemented
6400.141(c)(11)In this section on Individual #1's physical exam dated 2/19/2020, it states "see attached." There is no attachment which addresses this required information.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. QLHS will retrain staff to insure that all forms are attached as require prior to appointment ((the physical for Individual #1 will be updated to contain the missing information. -CH 9/10/20)) 09/15/2020 Implemented
6400.141(c)(14)This section was blank on Individual #1's physical exam dated 2/19/2020.The physical examination shall include: Medical information pertinent to diagnosis and treatment in case of an emergency. QLHS will retrain staff to insure that staff is able to review forms before leaving doctor's office to insure all required documentation is completed as per ODP's regulations. 08/31/2020 Implemented
6400.143(a)According to theMedication Administration Record Individual#1 refused Polyethylene Glycol (17gm) at 8pm on 5/28/2020, 5/30/2020, 6/9/2020, 7/13/2020, 7/15/2020 and 7/21/2020. There is no documentation of continued attempts to train Individual #1 about the need for health care in her record.If an individual refuses routine medical or dental examination or treatment, the refusal and continued attempts to train the individual about the need for health care shall be documented in the individual's record. Staff will be retrained by QLHS's medication trainer to review strategies to educate individuals on the importance of taking medication as prescribed and completing required medical appointments. 09/15/2020 Implemented
6400.151(a)Staff #1 had a physical exam on 10/31/2017. There is no record for another physical exam being performed, which exceeds the 2-year requirement. 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. Tabula Pro will be the system QLHS will utilize to manage staff completion of physicals, tb test and all required forms to insure completion is within ODP's regulations and in a timely manner. ((Staff #1 will be scheduled to have a physical examination by 9/21. All personnel records will be reviewed and physical examinations will be scheduled as necessary by 10/21. -CH 9/10/20)) 09/15/2020 Implemented
6400.151(c)(2)Staff #1 had a TB test on 10/31/2017. There is no record for another TB test being performed, which exceeds the 2-year requirement. The physical examination shall include: Tuberculin skin testing by Mantoux method with negative results every 2 years; or, if tuberculin skin test is positive, an initial chest x-ray with results noted. Tuberculin skin testing may be completed and certified in writing by a registered nurse or a licensed practical nurse instead of a licensed physician, licensed physician's assistant or certified nurse practitioner. Tabula Pro will be the system QLHS will utilize to manage the completion of medical appointments, test, physicals, and all required forms to insure completion is within ODP's regulations and in a timely manner. 09/15/2020 Implemented
6400.181(a)Individual #1 was admitted on 9/8/2019. She didn't have an assessment completed until 7/1/2020, which exceeds the 60-day requirement. Each individual shall have an initial assessment within 1 year prior to or 60 calendar days after admission to the residential home and an updated assessment annually thereafter. The initial assessment must include an assessment of adaptive behavior and level of skills completed within 6 months prior to admission to the residential home. QLHS is developing an intake checklist to insure documentation is completed within ODP's regulations. Tabla Pro will be the system QLHS will utilize t management of completion of documentations within timeframe. 09/15/2020 Implemented
6400.18(b)(2)A medication error is an incident required to be reported in Enterprise Incident Management within 72 hours. The following are medications which were not administered as prescribed: 6/6/2020 Neurontin 300mg at 2pm; Trazadone 50mg at 8pm from 6/7-6/9/2020; Olanzapine 5mg at 8am from 6/25-6/29/2020; Olanzapine 10mg at 8pm from 6/24-6/28/2020. These medication errors were not reported into EIMThe home shall report the following incidents, alleged incidents and suspected incidents through the Department's information management system or on a form specified by the Department within 72 hours of discovery by a staff person: A medication error as specified in § 6400.166 (relating to medication errors), if the medication was ordered by a health care practitioner.QLHS's investigator conducted a training with staff on 8/15/2020 to review what to report, how to report, when to report and the importance of reporting incidents in a timely manner in compliance with ODP regulations. 08/31/2020 Implemented
6400.32(c)Individual #1's health and safety needs were neglected by this agency. On 5/6/2020, a team meeting was held, and it was determined that Individual #1 was to have no unsupervised time due to increased behaviors. She would be staffed 1:1 24 hours/day. This would be revisited in 3 months. Individual #1 started working at a Taco Bell on 5/22/2020 but quit after 1 week. She didn't have a set schedule but worked 6pm-2am. She then started working at Phantom Fireworks. She worked here in the daytime and her residential staff would pick her up. On 6/27/2020, Individual #1 was working at Phantom Fireworks. When her staff arrived at 4pm to pick her up at the end of her shift, Individual #1 was not there. She left with an unidentified male staff from the community and did not return home until 6pm. She informed staff that she had some sort of sexual encounter with this man. While working at both places of employment, Individual #1 did not receive 1:1 supervision which was a safety need identified at her ISP team meeting held on 5/6/2020.An individual may not be abused, neglected, mistreated, exploited, abandoned or subjected to corporal punishment.QLHS developed a form to document team meetings . The form insures that any changes made to an individual's plan is documented and followed. The information on the form will be used to train staff as needed. ((staff must be immediately trained in the supervision needs of Individual #1 QLHS shall review the ISPs of individuals being served by the agency and re-train all staff by 9/21 -CH 9/10/20)) 08/29/2020 Implemented
6400.34(a)Individual #1 was admitted on 9/8/2019. There is no record of her being informed of her Individual Rights.The home shall inform and explain individual rights and the process to report a rights violation to the individual, and persons designated by the individual, upon admission to the home and annually thereafter.Individual Rights will be administered to an individual during their initial intake to insure compliance with ODP's regulations and that the individual knows and understands their rights. ((Individual #1 will shall be informed of their rights immediately. QLHS will review all individuals' files and inform them of their rights as necessary by 9/21. -CH 9/10/20)) 08/29/2020 Implemented
6400.51(b)(5)All staff did not receive training in knowledge and skills necessary for the health, safety and welfare of Individual #1. On 5/6/2020, a team meeting was held, and it was determined that Individual #1 was to have no unsupervised time due to increased behaviors. She would be staffed 1:1 24 hours/day. Staff working in this home were not informed of this change and did not receive training for Individual #1's 1:1 staffing.The orientation must encompass the following areas: Job-related knowledge and skills.QLHS developed a form to document team meetings . The form insures that any changes made to an induvial plan is documented and followed. The information on the form will be used to train staff as needed. ((staff must be immediately trained knowledge and skills necessary for the health, safety, and welfare of Individual #1. QLHS shall review all personnel files and ensure that all staff received training on the knowledge and skills necessary for the health, safety, and welfare for the individuals they serve by 9/21 -CH 9/10/20)) 08/29/2020 Implemented
6400.165(c)Individual #1 is prescribed Motrin 600mg every 6 hours as needed for mild pain and Tylenol Extra Strength 500mg every 6 hours as needed for mild pain. On 6/4/20 Motrin 600mg was administered at an unknown time and Tylenol 500mg was not administered at all that day. On 6/27/20 Motrin 600mg was administered at 10pm and Tylenol 500mg was not administered. Both medications are to be administered for mild pain, the agency did not administer medication as prescribed. The following medications were not administered as prescribed: 6/6/2020: Neurontin 300mg at 2pm; on 6/24/2020 Olanzapine 5mg at 8am for 14 days & then discontinue was prescribed. This medication was not started until 6/30/2020. On 6/24/2020 Olanzapine 10mg at 8pm for 7 days & then discontinue was prescribed. This medication was not started until 6/29/2020.A prescription medication shall be administered as prescribed.Medication trainer/ team lead will review all medication that are prescribed and report/train staff on any changes to the MARS. 08/29/2020 Implemented
6400.166(a)(10)Individual #1 is prescribed Motrin 600mg every 6 hours as needed for mild pain . On 6/4/20 Motrin 600mg was administered however the time of administration was not recorded. Individual #1 is prescribed Tylenol Extra Strength 500mg for mild pain. On 6/28/20, Tylenol 500mg was administered however the time of administration was no recorded.A medication record shall be kept, including the following for each individual for whom a prescription medication is administered: Administration times.QLHS's Team Leads will review MARS weekly and QHLS's administrator staff will review MARS bi weekly to insure MARS is being completed per ODP's regulations. Staff will be trained by QLHS's medication trainer to review completion of MARS per ODP regulations. 08/29/2020 Implemented
6400.166(a)(13)The name of Staff #2 was not included on the April 2020 Medication Administration Record (MAR). Staff #2 marked initials as administering medication on 4/14/20 through 4/17/20. Staff #2 and Staff #4's names were not included on May 2020 MAR sheets. Staff #2 administered medications on 5/4/20 through 5/8/20. Staff #4 administered medications 5/10/20, 5/17/20, and 5/24/20. The names of Staff #1 and Staff #2 were not included on the June 2020 MARs. Staff #1 administered medications 6/1/20 through 6/5/20. Staff #2 administered medications 6/4/20 through 6/6/20 and 6/11/20 through 6/13/20. The names of Staff #1, Staff #2, and Staff #3 were not included on the July 2020 MARs. Staff #1 administered medications 7/1/20. Staff #2 administered medications 7/18/20 and 7/25/20. Staff #3 administered medications 7/26/20. Also, on the July 2020 MAR, a staff initialed as administering medication using "T" on 7/11/20. The agency could identify this staff member.A medication record shall be kept, including the following for each individual for whom a prescription medication is administered: Name and initials of the person administering the medication.QLHS will revise shift crossover form to include checking initials and signatures on MARS. QLHS's Team Leads will review MARS weekly and QHLS's administrator staff will review MARS bi weekly to insure MARS is being completed per ODP's regulations. Staff will be trained by QLHS's administrative staff on revised shift crossover form. 08/29/2020 Implemented
6400.166(b)The following medications were not initialed as administered: On 4/28/2020, Individual #1 was administered Thorazine 50mg at 1am and 7am. The times were of administration were recorded on the back of the Medication Administration Record (MAR). Staff only initialed the MAR as administering the medication once on 4/28/20. On 5/30/2020, the back on Individual #1's MAR record states she refused Polyethylene Glycol (17gm) at 8PM. This medication was initialed as administered. On 6/29/2020 Individual #1 was administered both Atarax 25mg and Thorazine 50mg at 7am according to the back of the MAR sheet. These medications were not initialed as given.The information in subsection (a)(12) and (13) shall be recorded in the medication record at the time the medication is administered.QLHS will revise shift crossover form to include checking initials and signatures on MARS. QLHS's Team Leads will review MARS weekly and QHLS's administrator staff will review MARS bi weekly to insure MARS is being completed per ODP's regulations. Staff will be trained by QLHS's administrative staff on revised shift crossover form. 08/29/2020 Implemented
6400.167(b)The following are medication errors in which there is no documentation of follow-up action taken: 6/6/2020 Neurontin 300mg at 2pm; Trazadone 50mg at 8pm from 6/7-6/9/2020; Olanzapine 5mg at 8am from 6/25-6/29/2020; Olanzapine 10mg at 8pm from 6/24-6/28/2020.Documentation of medication errors, follow-up action taken and the prescriber's response, if applicable, shall be kept in the individual's record.QHLS's staff will complete a medication error form. The form will require staff to contact prescribing physician and get recommendation to correct medication error. Once form is completed, QHLS's mediation trainer will review, sign off on, and file form. QHLS's medication trainer will retrain staff on medication error. 08/29/2020 Implemented
6400.169(d)Staff #1 was medication trained on 10/15/2017. There are no annual practicum packets for 2018 and 2019, which should include her MAR reviews, in her record. Only cover sheets were in her record. The full documentation of training was not kept.A record of the training shall be kept, including the person trained, the date, source, name of trainer and documentation that the course was successfully completed.QHLS will implement a new training policy. QHLS administration staff will meet with staff annually to develop yearly training plan. The training plan will be developed based off of ODP regulations. The training plan will include required trainings and dates trainings are due. QHLS administration staff and staff will sign off on training plan. Staff will be not be able to work if trainings are not completed by due date as outlined in ODP's regulations. QHLS medication trainer ( Kerry), will maintain all staff training files and insure staff is given training with in required timeframe. 08/29/2020 Implemented
6400.183(c)A team meeting was held on 5/6/2020 to discuss and change Individual #1's supervision levels. A list of persons who participated in this meeting was not kept.The list of persons who participated in the individual plan meeting shall be kept.QHLS will develop a sign in sheet that will be utilized at every meeting, face to face or telahealth. QHLS will keep a copy of the sign in sheet in the individual's file along with the meeting note. The sign in sheet will be maintained by QHLS's administration staff. 08/29/2020 Implemented
6400.186Effective 5/6/2020, Individual #1 had no unsupervised time and had 1:1 staffing. Quality Life did not implement this plan. Individual #1 started working at a Taco Bell on 5/22/2020 but quit after 1 week. She didn't have a set schedule but worked 6pm-2am. She then started working at Phantom Fireworks. She worked here in the daytime and her residential staff would pick her up. While working at both places of employment, Individual #1 did not receive 1:1 supervision per her ISP team meeting held on 5/6/2020.The home shall implement the individual plan, including revisions.QHLS has developed a monthly team meeting form that summaries any changes to individual's ISP, including staffing rational, diet restrictions, and safety concerns. QLHS will use information to train staff on changes in individual's ISP to insure the health and safety of the individual being served. ((staff must be immediately trained in the supervision needs of the individual. QLHS shall review the ISPs of individuals being served and re-train all staff by 9/21 -CH 9/10/20)) 08/29/2020 Implemented
6400.207(4)(I)Individual #1 is prescribed Thorazine 50mg every 6 hours as needed (mental/mood). On 5/9/2020, she was also prescribed Hydroxyzine HCL 50mg once daily as needed for Anxiety. Thorazine was administered on 4/28/2020 at 1am and 7am, 4/29/2020 at 7am, 4/30/2020 at 1am. On the back of the Medication Administration Record (MAR) the reason the medication was administered was stated as "moody/energy down." Thorazine was also administered on 6/2/2020 (once at 2pm; the 2nd time is unknown), 6/3/2020 (once at 7am; the 2nd time is unknown), 6/4/2020 at 7am, 6/5/2020 (unknown time), 6/28/2020 (no time/reason documented on the back of the MAR sheet), 6/29/2020 at 7am, and 6/30/2020 (no time/reason documented on the back of the MAR sheet). On 6/29/2020, the back of the MAR sheet documented Individual #1 was also administered Atarax 25mg at 7am. In July, Individual #1 was administered Thorazine on 7/1/2020 at 12am, 7/10/2020 (unknown time/reason), 7/11/2020 at 12pm, 7/17/2020 at 11am, and 7/25/2020 at 5pm. She was also administered Atarax (unknown time/reason). For many of the times these medications were administered, the documented reason on the MAR sheets is "mental/mood." The prescription does not include symptoms of the specific mental, emotional, or behavioral condition which would require administration of these as needed medications. A chemical restraint is a prohibited restrictive procedure.A chemical restraint, defined as use of a drug for the specific and exclusive purpose of controlling acute or episodic aggressive behavior. A chemical restraint does not include a drug ordered by a health care practitioner or dentist for the following use or event: Treatment of the symptoms of a specific mental, emotional or behavioral condition.Staff will be retrained on the administration of medication. QLHS will implement a medication protocol outlining the use of PRNs and provide training to each staff. QLHS will post a visual aid reinforcing the medication protocols in every office in every CLA. 08/29/2020 Implemented
SIN-00154627 Renewal 04/02/2019 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.82(f)Hand soap was not accessible in the bathroom. It was kept in the staff office.Each bathroom and toilet area that is used shall have a sink, wall mirror, soap, toilet paper, individual clean paper or cloth towels and trash receptacle. QLHS Program Specialist or designated person has a home check list to ensure that the home has all of the required items in the home to meet ODP regulations. QLHS designated person does rounds in each home on a weekly bases to ensure that QLHS meets ODP Regulations. ((Hand Soap has been placed in the bathroom -CH 5/28/19)) 04/05/2019 Implemented
6400.141(c)(11)Health maintenance needs & blood work were blank on Individual #1's physical exam dated 2/6/2019.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. QLHS Program Specialist or designated person will review the physical individual # 1 to ensure that physical examination includes assessment of the individual health maintenance needs. ((Physician was contacted and information was obtained - CH 5/28/19)) 06/03/2019 Implemented
6400.164(b)Individual #1's 8am medications (Chewable Vite, Vitafuson B Complex, Vitamin D3, Fish Oil and Topamax) were not initialed as administered on 4/1/2019 and 4/2/2019. The information specified in subsection (a) shall be logged immediately after each individual's dose of medication. QLHS has created a check list which will be used to monitor all required checks in the home, which includes Medication monitoring. The staff has been retrained on the important of document when given 04/02/2019 Implemented
6400.186(a)Individual #1 had an ISP Review done on 11/20/2018. Another ISP Review wasn't completed until 3/20/2019, which exceeds the 3 month requirement.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 has completed individual # 1 ISP review. QLHS designated person has updated Tabula Pro so that individual # 1 ISP will be completed on a timely manor. 04/22/2019 Implemented
SIN-00143272 Renewal 10/02/2018 Non Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.141(c)(3)Individual #3's most recent tetanus/diphtheria Immunization was in 1996. ((repeat violation 3/6/18))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. QLHS spoke to the residents mother and she stated that she refuse the tetanus shot for him. QLHS is using a system called tabular Pro that indicate when the resident forms and Physicals are due. ((QLHS will determine if Individual #3 has a legal guardian and keep guardianship papers on file. The guardian may refuse medical treatment or a decision will be made in conjunction with the individual, the individual's family, and the individual's physician. QLHS will obtain physician's orders if necessary -CH 12/3//18)) 11/10/2018 Not Implemented
6400.141(c)(11)The annual physical examination dated 3/29/18 for Individual #3 did not document health maintenance needs. ((repeat violation 3/6/18))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. QLHS will return the physical to Individual #3's physician to obtain the necessary information. All QLHS staff will be re-trained on the requirements of the regulation and related QLHS procedures Documentation of this training shall be kept. QLHS supervisors will follow-up on medical appointments to ensure forms have been completed correctly. 11/30/2018 Implemented
6400.141(c)(14)The annual physical examination dated 3/29/18 for Individual #3 did not document medical information pertinent to diagnosis in case of emergency.((repeat violation 3/6/18))The physical examination shall include: Medical information pertinent to diagnosis and treatment in case of an emergency. QLHS will take the physical form back to individual # 3 to be field out by the physician. QLHS supervisor will follow up on all appointments to insure that all required forms are filled completely filled out. to ensure the health and safety of individual # 3. ((Staff will be re-trained in the requirements of the regulations and proper QLHS procedures -CH 11/30/18)) 11/30/2018 Implemented
6400.142(e)Follow up dental work was not completed as required for Individual #3. His annual dental exam was on 01-18-18 and a cavity was found. He was never taken back for that to be corrected.((repeat violation 3/6/18))Follow-up dental work indicated by the examination, such as treatment of cavities, shall be completed.The individual #3 has a schedule appointment for November 29th at 3:00 pm. Individual # 3 will be supported by his staff. QLHS created a system that will remind the designated person when appointments are scheduled. QLHS Supervisor will check all schedule appointments and follow up appointment to insure the individual health and Safety. ((All QLHS will be trained on the requirements of the regulation and related QLHS policy and procedures. Documentation of training will be kept. -12/3/18)) 11/29/2018 Implemented
6400.181(e)(1)The annual assessment dated 3/26/18 for Individual #3 did not document strengths and needs (left blank). ((repeat violation 3/6/18)) The assessment must include the following information: Functional strengths, needs and preferences of the individual. QLHS has created a new assessment to address the strengths and needs of the residents. QLHS will train all designated person how to fill out the assessment. QLHS is updating all assessment on the new assessment forms. QLHS will use Tabular pro system to remind the designated person when the assessment are due insure that the assessments are completed on a timely manner. 11/30/2018 Not Implemented
6400.181(e)(3)(i)The annual assessment dated 3/26/18 for Individual #3 did not document the current level of performance and progress in functional skills (left blank). ((repeat violation 3/6/18))The assessment must include the following information: The individual's current level of performance and progress in the following areas: Acquisition of functional skills. QLHS has created a new assessment to state the resident current level of performance and progress in functional Skills. QLHS will train all designated person how to fill out the assessment. QLHS is updating all assessment on the new assessment forms. QLHS will use Tabular pro system to remind the designated person when the assessment are due insure that the assessments are completed on a timely manner. 11/30/2018 Not Implemented
6400.181(e)(4)The annual assessment dated 3/26/18 for Individual #3 did not document supervision needs. ((repeat violation 3/6/18)) The assessment must include the following information: The individual's need for supervision. QLHS has created a new assessment to address the residents supervision needs. QLHS will train all designated person how to fill out the assessment. QLHS is updating all assessment on the new assessment forms. QLHS will use Tabular pro system to remind the designated person when the assessment are due insure that the assessments are completed on a timely manner. 11/30/2018 Not Implemented
6400.181(e)(9)The annual assessment dated 3/26/18 for Individual #3 did not document the individual's disability. ((repeat violation 3/6/18))The assessment must include the following information: Documentation of the individual's disability, including functional and medical limitations. QLHS has created new assessment forms that includes all required information. QLHS has complete a new assessment on individual #1 to ensure individual health and safety are met. the program specialist will be retrained on regulation 181(9) to ensure that the assessments are done on a timely manor. QLHS has programmed tabular pro to send reminders to the designated person and the program specialist. 11/30/2018 Not Implemented
6400.181(e)(10)The annual assessment dated 3/26/18 for Individual # did not include the individual's lifetime medical history. ((repeat violation 3/6/18))The assessment must include the following information: A lifetime medical history. QLHS has completed the life time medical History for the residents and the team leads has been trained on how to complete them and when to complete them. 11/30/2018 Implemented
6400.181(e)(12)The annual assessment dated 3/26/18 for Individual # did not include recommendations for specific areas of training, programming and services (left blank). ((repeat violation 3/6/18))The assessment must include the following information: Recommendations for specific areas of training, programming and services. QLHS Program Specialist and designated person is re-doing new assessments to ensure that all areas required by ODP are completed. Upon completion of assessment it will be reviewed again entirely before assessment is filed. Designated administrative staff will review assessment make sure all areas are filled in 11/30/2018 Not Implemented
6400.181(f)The assessment was not sent to SC/team at least 30 days prior to annual ISP meeting. ((repeat violation 3/6/18))(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). QLHS Program Specialist /has been retrained on 6400.181(f) showing when the assessment should be sent to SC/ team Administrative staff is following up to make sure the assessment was sent to the SC and documentation will be kept 11/30/2018 Implemented
6400.186(a)A second quarter review was due in April of 2018 and one was not completed for Individual #3.((repeat violation 3/6/18))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. QLHS has updated tabular Pro to update designated person when quarterlies are due. QLHS has created a new quarterly form to use every Quarter ((Program Specialists will be retrained in the requirements of the regulations -CH 11/30/18)) 10/10/2018 Implemented
SIN-00131375 Renewal 03/06/2018 Non Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.15(a)A self-assessment was not completed 3 to 6 months prior to license expiration date.((repeat violation 3/23/17))The agency shall complete a self-assessment of each home the agency operates serving eight or fewer individuals, within 3 to 6 months prior to the expiration date of the agency¿s certificate of compliance, to measure and record compliance with this chapter. Quality of life Human Services Director and office manager has made an annual checklist with dates of our required inspections, renewals and certificate of compliance needed for our agency to be in compliant with our state regulations . The checklist will be checked monthly (first week) and update with dates that the certificate of compliance and other required inspections , renewals was completed 04/11/2018 Implemented
6400.31(b)Individual #2 did not have acknowledgment of receipt of information on rights in his record.Statements signed and dated by the individual, or the individual's parent, guardian or advocate, if appropriate, acknowledging receipt of the information on rights upon admission and annually thereafter, shall be kept. rights record was given and explained with receipt of signature. Residents charts will be checked by The Director and Staff team leader will Check residents charts to make sure all required documentation is in there charts and complete all resident charts will be updated immediately when required . Director and team lead will check there residents charts every 2 weeks to make sure all required documentation is complete. Individual #1 and #2 race has been added to there charts 04/11/2018 Implemented
6400.62(a)Unlocked poisons (Works Brand Basic' spray bathroom cleaner and Lysol disinfectant spray -- contact poison control if ingested') were discovered under the kitchen sink.Poisonous materials shall be kept locked or made inaccessible to individuals. The staff will do a daily walk through to make sure everything is present and in working order and safe (All poisonous materials will be kept in locked area away from residents )to be in-compliant of state regulations Staff will report to director of anything needed or not working properly director will also do monthly walk through to make sure that it is being carried out. ((All staff will be trained on the physical site requirements of Chapter 6400 regulations. Documentation of this training shall be kept. Documentation of the date and time daily checks occurred and any problem areas encountered will be kept. Documentation of monthly checks to include the date the check occurred and any problem areas encountered will be kept. - CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Implemented
6400.62(c)An unlabeled bottle of liquid resembling liquid soap was found under the sink in the hall bathroom.Poisonous materials shall be stored in their original, labeled containers. The staff will do a daily walk through to make sure everything is present and in working order and safe (All poisonous materials will be kept in locked area away from residents )to be in-compliant of state regulations Staff will report to director of anything needed or not working properly director will also do monthly walk through to make sure that it is being carried out. ((All staff will be trained on the physical site requirements of Chapter 6400 regulations. Documentation of this training shall be kept. Documentation of the date and time daily checks occurred and any problem areas encountered will be kept. Documentation of monthly checks to include the date the check occurred and any problem areas encountered will be kept. - CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Implemented
6400.66The light in the basement stairwell was not operable. Also, the light fixture in the basement mechanical room did not have a lightbulbRooms, hallways, interior stairways, outside steps, outside doorways, porches, ramps and fire escapes shall be lighted to assure safety and to avoid accidents. The staff will do a daily walk through to make sure everything is present and in working order to be in compliant of state regulations report to director of anything needed or not working properly director will also do monthly walk through to make sure that it is being carried out light has been added to stairway ((All staff will be trained on the physical site requirements of Chapter 6400 regulations. Documentation of this training shall be kept. Documentation of the date and time daily checks occurred and any problem areas encountered will be kept. Documentation of monthly checks to include the date the check occurred and any problem areas encountered will be kept. - CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Implemented
6400.67(a)There were approximately 14 holes of varying size in the walls in Individual #1's bedroom, likely resultant from punching or kicking the walls. Also, the wall on the outside of the tub/shower enclosure had a rough, unfinished edge in the hallway bathroom.Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces shall be in good repair. The staff will do a daily walk through to make sure everything is present and in working order to be in compliant of state regulations report to director of anything needed or not working properly director will also do monthly walk through to make sure that it is being carried out walls are in process of being fixed ((All staff will be trained on the physical site requirements of Chapter 6400 regulations. Documentation of this training shall be kept. Documentation of the date and time daily checks occurred and any problem areas encountered will be kept. Documentation of monthly checks to include the date the check occurred and any problem areas encountered will be kept. - CH 4/20/18)) 04/13/2018 Implemented
6400.67(b)There was a window air conditioning unit with sharp, metal, rusting edges sitting on the floor in Individual #1's bedroom. Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces shall be free of hazards.The staff will do a daily walk through to make sure everything is present and in working order to be in compliant of state regulations report to director of anything needed or not working properly director will also do monthly walk through to make sure that it is being carried out . Air conditioner was moved to safe area away from resident ((All staff will be trained on the physical site requirements of Chapter 6400 regulations. Documentation of this training shall be kept. Documentation of the date and time daily checks occurred and any problem areas encountered will be kept. Documentation of monthly checks to include the date the check occurred and any problem areas encountered will be kept. - CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Implemented
6400.73(a)The handrail on the outside stairs off the kitchen, leading to the backyard, ends before the last three steps on the bottom. Also, the handrail on the stairs to the basement ends before the last two steps and bottom landing. Each ramp, and interior stairway and outside steps exceeding two steps shall have a well-secured handrail. the handrails have been fixed The staff will do a daily walk through to make sure everything is present and in working order to be in compliant of state regulations report to director of anything needed or not working properly director will also do monthly walk through to make sure that it is being carried out ((All staff will be trained on the physical site requirements of Chapter 6400 regulations. Documentation of this training shall be kept. Documentation of the date and time daily checks occurred and any problem areas encountered will be kept. Documentation of monthly checks to include the date the check occurred and any problem areas encountered will be kept. - CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Implemented
6400.80(a)The outside steps leading to the front door were icy. Outside walkways shall be free from ice, snow, obstructions and other hazards. Director will make sure the staff is taking care of all walkways to make sure there free from ice , snow and other obstructions. Director will make sure staff has supplies needed to do this task ((Quality Life Human Services will develop a written procedure for snow and ice removal. Staff will be trained in this procedure. Documentation of this training shall be kept. -CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Implemented
6400.81(i)The bedroom window located near Individual #1's bed did not have curtains, blinds or a shade.Bedroom windows shall have drapes, curtains, shades, blinds or shutters. curtains were hung in individual # 1 bedroom The staff will do a daily walk through to make sure everything is present and in working order to be in compliant of state regulations report to director of anything needed or not working properly director will also do monthly walk through to make sure that it is being carried out ((All staff will be trained on the physical site requirements of Chapter 6400 regulations. Documentation of this training shall be kept. Documentation of the date and time daily checks occurred and any problem areas encountered will be kept. Documentation of monthly checks to include the date the check occurred and any problem areas encountered will be kept. - CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Implemented
6400.81(k)(6)There was no mirror in Individual #1's bedroom.In bedrooms, each individual shall have the following: A mirror. The staff will do a daily walk through to make sure everything is present and in working order to be in compliant of state regulations report to director of anything needed or not working properly director will also do monthly walk through to make sure that it is being carried out mirror was hung in individual #1 bedroom ((All staff will be trained on the physical site requirements of Chapter 6400 regulations. Documentation of this training shall be kept. Documentation of the date and time daily checks occurred and any problem areas encountered will be kept. Documentation of monthly checks to include the date the check occurred and any problem areas encountered will be kept. - CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Implemented
6400.82(f)There was no wall mirror in the hall bathroom.Each bathroom and toilet area that is used shall have a sink, wall mirror, soap, toilet paper, individual clean paper or cloth towels and trash receptacle. there was a mirror installed in the bathroom the staff will do a daily walk through to make sure everything is present and in working order to be in compliant of state regulations report to director of anything needed or not working properly director will also do monthly walk through to make sure that it is being carried out ((All staff will be trained on the physical site requirements of Chapter 6400 regulations. Documentation of this training shall be kept. Documentation of the date and time daily checks occurred and any problem areas encountered will be kept. Documentation of monthly checks to include the date the check occurred and any problem areas encountered will be kept. - CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Implemented
6400.112(a)There was no monthly fire drill for February 2018. An unannounced fire drill shall be held at least once a month. There will be a calendar in main office with date of each month fire drill will be conducted director or office manager will make sure unannounced drill is carried out and documented ((All Quality Life Human Services' staff will receive training in the fire drill requirements of Chapter 6400 -CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Implemented
6400.112(h)There was no identified meeting place on any of the fire drill logs. Individuals shall evacuate to a designated meeting place outside the building or within the fire safe area during each fire drill.the director will make sure-there will be a designated meeting place documented in our fire log . ((Quality Life Human Services will review all evacuation procedures to ensure compliance with Chapter 6400 regulations. Updates to the evacuation procedures will completed as necessary. All staff and individuals will be retrained in evacuation procedures. Documentation of this training shall be kept. -CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Not Implemented
6400.141(c)(3)Individual #2 has not received his TDaP since 09/03/96 when he was one year of age.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. Director and office manager will check resident physical - immunizations to make sure immunizations are up to date and schedule appointment with PCP if updated immunizations are required. individual #2 PCP will check into immunization history and will schedule appointment to update his immunizations ((All Quality Life Human Services staff will be trained in the requirements of the physical. Documentation of this training shall be kept -CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Not Implemented
6400.141(c)(6)Individual #2 was admitted on 03-25-16 and did not have a TB test until 06-13-16.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. Chart will be kept of residents due date of physical - TB test Director or office manager will have copy when due date will set up appointment at least 1 month prior to due date Director and office manage will make sure TB test is completed every 2 years ((All Quality Life Human Services staff will be trained in the requirements of the physical. Documentation of this training shall be kept -CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Implemented
6400.141(c)(11)The section addressing health maintenance needs was left blank on Individual #1's physical form. The section pertaining to the assessment of health maintenance needs was also left blank on Individual #2's physical.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. When receiving residents physical forms from the doctor the director and office manager will check the documentation to make sure it is completed entirely before filing if incomplete form will be sent back to doctor for him to complete ((All Quality Life Human Services staff will be trained in the requirements of the physical. Documentation of this training shall be kept. The physician for Individual #1 and Individual #2 will be contacted and the missing information will be added to the physical. -CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Not Implemented
6400.141(c)(14)The section regarding information pertinent to diagnosis and treatment in case of emergency was left blank on Individual #1's and Individual #2's physical forms.The physical examination shall include: Medical information pertinent to diagnosis and treatment in case of an emergency. When receiving residents physical forms from the doctor the director and office manager will check the documentation to make sure it is completed entirely before filing if incomplete form will be sent back to doctor for him to complete ((All Quality Life Human Services staff will be trained in the requirements of the physical. Documentation of this training shall be kept. The physician for Individual #1 and Individual #2 will be contacted and the missing information will be added to the physical. -CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Not Implemented
6400.142(e)On Individual #1's dental form from 05/24/17 it states patient to be seen in OR for exam, cleaning, etcetera. Patient had several cavities and poor oral hygiene.' Individual #1 was referred for the oral surgery, but there is no documentation in his file that it was ever completed.Follow-up dental work indicated by the examination, such as treatment of cavities, shall be completed.Staff will notify Director of any follow-up appointments. with specialists or referrals Director will ensure these appointments are set up and followed through and proper documentation to maintained in resident charts We will be setting up Individual #1 appointment and documentation will be in chart of appointment ((Quality Life Human Services will develop a written procedure regarding scheduling medical appointments to include follow-up appointments. All staff will be trained in this procedure. Documentation of the training shall be kept. -CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Not Implemented
6400.161(e)The medication Fluticasone nasal spray which was discontinued in January 2018 was found in Individual #1's medication box.((repeat 3/23/17))Discontinued prescription medications shall be disposed of in a safe manner.med box will be matched up with MAR's any medication that is discontinued or not on MAR's will be returned to the pharmacy or disposed of properly MARs and med box will be checked weekly by the staff Team Lead and followed up with monthly check by director or office manager. Refresher training will be given to staff ((Quality Life Human Services will develop written procedures in regards to monthly medication checks. Monthly checks will include all areas specified in regulations 6400.161 through 6400.169. Documentation of the monthly checks will include staff name and title completing the check, date of the check, any problems found during the check and their resolutions. This documentation shall be kept. -CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Not Implemented
6400.181(a)The only assessment in Individual #1's file was from the ARC ATF. No residential assessment was ever completed.((repeat 3/23/17)) Each individual shall have an initial assessment within 1 year prior to or 60 calendar days after admission to the residential home and an updated assessment annually thereafter. The initial assessment must include an assessment of adaptive behavior and level of skills completed within 6 months prior to admission to the residential home. Residents will have the required assessment form within 60 days of admission or less than 1 year prior / assessments will be done annually date assessment is due will be marked on calendar with a reminder 1 month before list of residents assessment due dates will be available at office Director or office manager will notify 1 month prior of due date., and follow up to make sure assessment is completed ((Individual #1 will have an assessment completed by 6/1/18. Program Specialist will be trained in the requirements of the assessment. Documentation of this training shall be kept - CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Not Implemented
6400.181(e)(1)The section pertaining to strengths, needs, and preferences was left blank on Individual #2's assessment. The assessment must include the following information: Functional strengths, needs and preferences of the individual. upon completion of assessment Director and office manager will check documentation to ensure it is filled out entirely before it is filed. Individual #2 assessment has been completed ((Program Specialist will be trained in the requirements of the assessment. Documentation of this training shall be kept - CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Implemented
6400.181(e)(2)The section pertaining to dislikes was left blank on Individual #2's assessment.The assessment must include the following information: The likes, dislikes and interest of the individual. Upon completion of assessment Director and office manager will check documentation to ensure it is filled out entirely before it is filed. Individual #2 assessment has been completed ((Program Specialist will be trained in the requirements of the assessment. Documentation of this training shall be kept - CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Implemented
6400.181(e)(3)(i)The section pertaining to acquisition of functional skills was left blank on Individual #2's assessment.The assessment must include the following information: The individual's current level of performance and progress in the following areas: Acquisition of functional skills. upon completion of assessment Director and office manager will double check documentation to ensure it is filled out entirely before it is filed. Individual #2 assessment has been completed ((Program Specialist will be trained in the requirements of the assessment. Documentation of this training shall be kept - CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Implemented
6400.181(e)(3)(iv)The section pertaining to personal needs with or without assistance was not addressed on Individual #2's assessment.The assessment must include the following information: The individual's current level of performance and progress in the following areas: Personal needs with or without assistance from others.Upon completion of assessment Director and office manager will double check documentation to ensure it is filled out entirely before it is filed. Individual #2 assessment has been completed ((Program Specialist will be trained in the requirements of the assessment. Documentation of this training shall be kept - CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Implemented
6400.181(e)(4)The section pertaining to need for supervision was not addressed on Individual #2's assessment. The assessment must include the following information: The individual's need for supervision. upon completion of assessment Director and office manager will check documentation to ensure it is filled out entirely before it is filed. Individual #2 assessment has been completed ((Program Specialist will be trained in the requirements of the assessment. Documentation of this training shall be kept - CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Implemented
6400.181(e)(9)The section pertaining to documentation of the individual's disability was not anywhere on Individual #2's assessment.The assessment must include the following information: Documentation of the individual's disability, including functional and medical limitations. upon completion of assessment Director and office manager will double check documentation to ensure it is filled out entirely before it is filed. Individual #2 assessment has been completed ((Program Specialist will be trained in the requirements of the assessment. Documentation of this training shall be kept - CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Submitted
6400.181(e)(10)The section pertaining to lifetime medical history was not anywhere on Individual #2's assessment.The assessment must include the following information: A lifetime medical history. upon completion of assessment Director and office manager will check documentation to ensure it is filled out entirely before it is filed. Individual #2 assessment has been completed ((Program Specialist will be trained in the requirements of the assessment. Documentation of this training shall be kept - CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Implemented
6400.181(e)(12)Recommendations were not anywhere on Individual #2's assessment.The assessment must include the following information: Recommendations for specific areas of training, programming and services. upon completion of assessment Director and office manager will check documentation to ensure it is filled out entirely before it is filed. Individual #2 assessment has been completed ((Program Specialist will be trained in the requirements of the assessment. Documentation of this training shall be kept - CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Implemented
6400.181(e)(13)(i)Individual #2's progress and growth over the last 365 calendar days and current level was not addressed in the area of health.The assessment must include the following information: The individual's progress over the last 365 calendar days and current level in the following areas: Health. upon completion of assessment Director and office manager will check documentation to ensure all areas are filled out entirely before it is filed. Individual #2 assessment has been completed ((Program Specialist will be trained in the requirements of the assessment. Documentation of this training shall be kept - CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Implemented
6400.181(e)(13)(ii)Individual #2's progress and growth over the last 365 calendar days and current level was not addressed in the area of motor and communication skills.The assessment must include the following information: The individual's progress over the last 365 calendar days and current level in the following areas: Motor and communication skills. upon completion of assessment Director and office manager will check documentation to ensure all areas are filled out entirely before it is filed. Individual #2 assessment has been completed ((Program Specialist will be trained in the requirements of the assessment. Documentation of this training shall be kept - CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Implemented
6400.181(e)(13)(iii)Individual #2's progress and growth over the last 365 calendar days and current level was not addressed in the area of activities of residential living.The assessment must include the following information: The individual's progress over the last 365 calendar days and current level in the following areas: Activities of residential living. upon completion of assessment Director and office manager will check documentation to ensure all areas are filled out entirely before it is filed. Individual #2 assessment has been completed ((Program Specialist will be trained in the requirements of the assessment. Documentation of this training shall be kept - CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Implemented
6400.181(e)(13)(iv)Individual #2's progress and growth over the last 365 calendar days and current level was not addressed in the area of personal adjustment.The assessment must include the following information: The individual's progress over the last 365 calendar days and current level in the following areas: Personal adjustment. upon completion of assessment Director and office manager will check documentation to ensure all areas are filled out entirely before it is filed. Individual #2 assessment has been completed ((Program Specialist will be trained in the requirements of the assessment. Documentation of this training shall be kept - CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Implemented
6400.181(e)(13)(v)Individual #2's progress and growth over the last 365 calendar days and current level was not addressed in the area of socialization.The assessment must include the following information: The individual's progress over the last 365 calendar days and current level in the following areas: Socialization. upon completion of assessment Director and office manager will check documentation to ensure all areas are filled out entirely before it is filed. Individual #2 assessment has been completed ((Program Specialist will be trained in the requirements of the assessment. Documentation of this training shall be kept - CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Implemented
6400.181(e)(13)(vi)Individual #2's progress and growth over the last 365 calendar days and current level was not addressed in the area of recreation.The assessment must include the following information: The individual's progress over the last 365 calendar days and current level in the following areas: Recreation. upon completion of assessment Director and office manager will check documentation to ensure all areas are filled out entirely before it is filed. Individual #2 assessment has been completed ((Program Specialist will be trained in the requirements of the assessment. Documentation of this training shall be kept - CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Implemented
6400.181(e)(13)(vii)Individual #2's progress and growth over the last 365 calendar days and current level was not addressed in the area of financial independence.The assessment must include the following information: The individual's progress over the last 365 calendar days and current level in the following areas: Financial independence. upon completion of assessment Director and office manager will check documentation to ensure all areas are filled out entirely before it is filed. Individual #2 assessment has been completed All assessments will be completed in the required amount of time per state regulations ((Program Specialist will be trained in the requirements of the assessment. Documentation of this training shall be kept - CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Implemented
6400.181(e)(13)(viii)Individual #2's progress and growth over the last 365 calendar days and current level was not addressed in the area of managing personal property.The assessment must include the following information: The individual's progress over the last 365 calendar days and current level in the following areas: Managing personal property. upon completion of assessment Director and office manager will check documentation to ensure all areas are filled out entirely before it is filed. Individual #2 assessment has been completed All assessments will be completed in the required amount of time per state regulations ((Program Specialist will be trained in the requirements of the assessment. Documentation of this training shall be kept - CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Implemented
6400.181(e)(13)(ix)Individual #2's progress and growth over the last 365 calendar days and current level was not addressed in the area of community integration.The assessment must include the following information: The individual's progress over the last 365 calendar days and current level in the following areas: Community-integration.upon completion of assessment Director and office manager will check documentation to ensure all areas are filled out entirely before it is filed. Individual #2 assessment has been completed All assessments will be completed in the required amount of time per state regulations 04/11/2018 Implemented
6400.181(e)(14)The section pertaining to knowledge of water safety/ability to swim was not anywhere on Individual #2's assessment.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.upon completion of assessment Director and office manager will check documentation to ensure all areas are filled out entirely before it is filed. Individual #2 assessment has been completed All assessments will be completed in the required amount of time per state regulations ((Program Specialist will be trained in the requirements of the assessment. Documentation of this training shall be kept - CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Implemented
6400.181(f)Since no residential assessment was ever completed for Individual #1, none was sent to the team before the most recent ISP meeting. The ISP meeting for Individual #2 was on 05/15/17 and there is no documentation that the 03/27/17 assessment was sent at least 30 days prior to the ISP meeting.(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). upon completion of assessment Director and office manager will check documentation to ensure all areas are filled out entirely before it is filed. Individual #1 assessment has been completed All assessments will be completed in the required amount of time per state regulations and sent to plan team member at least 30 days prior to ISP meeting ((The assessment for Individual #1 will be sent to the team. Program Specialist will be trained in the requirements of the assessment. Documentation of this training shall be kept - CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Not Implemented
6400.184(c)There was not an ISP meeting signature sheet in Individual #1's file. A plan team member who attends a meeting under subsection (b) shall sign and date the signature sheet.Director and Plan team member will thoroughly check to make sure documentation is complete before a document is filed in there charts. Team lead will check resident charts on a monthly basis to make sure all charts are complete. 04/11/2018 Implemented
6400.186(a)No three month reviews were completed for Individual #1 or Individual #2.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 do an ISP of services every 3 months as state regulations require calendar checklist will be kept of date review is due and date of new review . The office manager will also have list of when review is due she'll contact program specialist to verify review is going to be done at the required time ((Program Specialist will receive training in the requirements of this regulations -CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Not Implemented
6400.186(c)(1)No monthly reviews were completed for Individual #1 or Individual #2.The ISP review must include the following: A review of the monthly documentation of an individual's participation and progress during the prior 3 months toward ISP outcomes supported by services provided by the residential home licensed under this chapter. checklist will be kept of date ISP review is due and date of new review . The office manager will also have list of when review is due she'll Director to verify review is being done at the required time (monthly) and documentation is on file ((Quality Life Human Services will train the Program Specialist and all staff on the requirements to document monthly participation and progress towards outcomes. Quality Life Human Services will develop a procedure for the proper documentation of participation and progress towards outcomes. Training and monthly documentation shall be kept - CH 4/20/18)) 04/11/2018 Not Implemented
6400.213(1)(i)There was nothing identifying Individual #1's or Individual #2's race in their files.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. The Director and team leader will Check residents charts to make sure all required documentation is filled in and all resident charts will be updated immediately when required . Director and team lead will check there residents charts every 2 weeks to make sure all required documentation is complete. Individual #1 and #2 race has been added to there charts 04/11/2018 Implemented
SIN-00109711 Renewal 03/22/2017 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.15(a)At the time of inspection, no Self-Assessments had been completed.(Repeat Violation: 3/2/2016)The agency shall complete a self-assessment of each home the agency operates serving eight or fewer individuals, within 3 to 6 months prior to the expiration date of the agency¿s certificate of compliance, to measure and record compliance with this chapter. Quality Life will ensure that the Self assessment is done in a timely manner by using Tabula Pro which will send a reminder to program specialist and/or designated person every 6 months prior to expiration date of the agency's certificate and the system will send another alert in 3 month letting the program specialist and the designated person that the self assessment needs to be completed and submitted. 05/23/2017 Implemented
6400.72(b)The handle on the front storm door was broken off. Screens, windows and doors shall be in good repair. QLHS have contacted a contractor to make necessary repairs on the door. 04/12/2017 Implemented
6400.110(h)There is no fire safety monitoring procedure in the event the smoke detector/fire alarm is inoperative in this residence. There shall be a written procedure for fire safety monitoring in the event the smoke detector or fire alarm is inoperative.QLHS has a policy in place for inoperative alarm. Each individual will review and sign yearly to ensure that they are incompliance. 05/23/2017 Implemented
SIN-00094273 Unannounced Monitoring 04/29/2016 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.33(a)On 4/28/2016 at approximately 4p.m. the electricity was suspended due to failure of payment. The 2 individuals in the home had to be relocated to a local hotel due to the 24 hour period of time that the electricity was suspended in their home. An individual may not be neglected, abused, mistreated or subjected to corporal punishment. QLHS CEO and designated person has created a spread sheet which indicates when and what bills need to be paid for each home. To ensure that all bills are paid in a timely manner. The bill was paid and electricity was returned to the home. - CH 8/19/16 05/19/2016 Implemented