Inspection IDReason for InspectionInspection DateInspection Status 
SIN-00227400 Renewal 07/18/2023 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.110(a)A home shall have a minimum of one operable automatic smoke detector on each floor, including the basement and attic. At the time of the inspection the basement did not have a smoke detector located in it. A home shall have a minimum of one operable automatic smoke detector on each floor, including the basement and attic. Smoke Detector was corrected immediately (7/18/23) photos sent. Training will be completed for administrative review of fire drill form as this question is present. Training also will be completed for staff in the home regarding fire drill form completion and submitting facilities forms if there are issues in the home. 08/31/2023 Implemented
6400.112(i)A fire drill was conducted on 3/18/23 at 11:50 AM, and the form used did not indicate if at least one smoke detector was set off during the fire drill as this section of the form was left blank. A fire alarm or smoke detector shall be set off during each fire drill.SOP was developed for Team Leads & Program Managers 7/31/23. Training on the Fire Drill Form, SOPs, and Administrative Review will be completed by 8/15/23. 08/15/2023 Implemented
6400.141(c)(3)Individual #1's physical examination dated 5/3/23 did not include Immunizations for individuals 18 years of age or older as recommended by the United States Public Health Service, Centers for Disease Control such as Tetanus and Diphtheria.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. Immunization list was not sent until after the updated immunizations the month after, Client Services will review all annual physicals and return those that are incomplete immediately (8/1/23 and ongoing) 08/01/2023 Implemented
6400.142(f)There was no record or documentation of a dental hygiene plan for Individual #1.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. Client services called all dentists on record and received recommendations (8/1/23) 08/15/2023 Implemented
6400.165(g)Individual #1 prescribed medication to treat symptoms of a psychiatric illness. Individual #1 had a 3-month psychiatric medication review on 4/11/23 and the form used for the visit did not include the necessary dosage of medication.If a medication is prescribed to treat symptoms of a psychiatric illness, there shall be a review by a licensed physician at least every 3 months that includes to document the reason for prescribing the medication, the need to continue the medication and the necessary dosage.Medication lists will be attached to all psych notes for physician review and available when viewed in the scanned BOX paperwork (7/19/23 and ongoing) Medical note updated to reflect Psychiatric med review of medications and the symptoms requiring ongoing treatment. 07/21/2023 Implemented
6400.182(c)Individual #1's Individual Support Plan (ISP) states that they need assistance with managing their finances. Individual #1's assessment dated 9/5/22 under financial independence states that Individual #1 can hold up to $10.00 on her person at any time. Individual #1 may not understand the concept of correct change. The individual plan shall be revised when an individual's needs change based upon a current assessment.The individual plan shall be initially developed, revised annually and revised when an individual's needs change based upon a current assessment.Annual Assessments will be completed in coordination with our Edited ISP and both sent to the SCO 30 days prior to ISP meeting to ensure that everything matches. 08/01/2023 Implemented
Article X.1007Staff #1 was hired on 7/27/2020 and did not have a PA State Police criminal history record check completed until 8/11/2020. The Older Adult Protective Services Act (OAPSA) requires that PA State Police criminal history record checks must be completed on or before a staff member's first day of work.When, after investigation, the department is satisfied that the applicant or applicants for a license are responsible persons, that the place to be used as a facility is suitable for the purpose, is appropriately equipped and that the applicant or applicants and the place to be used as a facility meet all the requirements of this act and of the applicable statutes, ordinances and regulations, it shall issue a license and shall keep a record thereof and of the application.ADP Workforce NOW will track and maintain all records regarding TB, Criminal Histories, and Physicals. 01/01/2023 Implemented
SIN-00180191 Renewal 12/01/2020 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.144Individual #1 had follow up dental appointment scheduled for 10/29/2020 there is no documentation that this appointment occurred. The agency states that her mother attended the appointment with her. Her mother who is Individual #1's legal guardian requested the agency not attend. The agency states that Individual #1 went home on 11/20/2020 and has not returned and that Individual #1's mother revoked all the agencies releases of information.Health services, such as medical, nursing, pharmaceutical, dental, dietary and psychological services that are planned or prescribed for the individual shall be arranged for or provided. Individual #1's guardian was uncooperative in sharing information regarding medical care. Individual #1's mother has taken her home due to COVID and does not plan to have her return until COVID is done. Moving forward LVAS will make it clear to parents/guardians that medical must be shared in accordance with regulations. If there is any issue the SC will be notified and all attempts will be clearly documented. 12/30/2020 Implemented
6400.181(e)(3)(iii)This area was not in Individual #1's assessment dated 8/18/2020.The individual's current level of performance and progress in the following areas: Personal adjustment. Previously the program specialists did not have a clear understanding of the 6400 regulations. Training was conducted with current program specialists on 1/14/2021 to clarify show growth and progress (or lack of) in all identified areas of the assessment. LVAS client services department has made revisions to the initial and annual assessments so necessary information is clearly defined. All adjustments to the assessment template will be made by 3/31/2021. All assessments will be reviewed by the assistant director of client services. (or equivalent) to ensure quality and compliance in 2021 and forward. 03/31/2021 Implemented
6400.181(e)(4)Need for Supervision: Individual #1's assessment dated 8/18/2020 states that their current unsupervised time allotted as n/a. ( Individual #1's ISP states they can be left alone for up to 4 hours if needed, however, she is never left alone overnight. Individual #1 can be left alone for up to 2 hours in the community, as long as she has access to her cell phone to update family.) The assessment must include the following information: The individual's need for supervision. Previously the program specialists did not have a clear understanding of the 6400 regulations. Individual #1 had moved from home, the assessor did not request the SC update the plan to reflect the residential supervision levels. LVAS client services department has made revisions to the initial and annual assessments so necessary information is clearly defined. All adjustments to the assessment template will be made by 3/31/2021. All assessments will be reviewed by the assistant director of client services. (or equivalent) to ensure quality and compliance in 2021 and forward. 03/31/2021 Implemented
6400.181(e)(6)Individual #1's assessment dated 8/18/2020 did not include their ability to use or avoid poisonous material.The assessment must include the following information: The individual's ability to safely use or avoid poisonous materials, when in the presence of poisonous materials. Previously the program specialists did not have a clear understanding of the 6400 regulations. LVAS client services department has made revisions to the initial and annual assessments so necessary information is clearly defined. This includes check box for ability to safely use and avoid poisons. All adjustments to the assessment template will be made by 3/31/2021. All assessments will be reviewed by the assistant director of client services. (or equivalent) to ensure quality and compliance in 2021 and forward. 03/31/2021 Implemented
6400.34(a)Individual #1 was informed of their rights on 8/10/2020. The Individual Rights have not been updated to reflect the new Chapter 6400 regulations.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.Client service team did not match the new regulations to the current documentation being given to individuals. Client Rights policy was revised and is being reviewed with all staff and individuals during January 2021. However individual #1 is still home with family due to concerns over COVID-19 . The new rights policy will be reviewed and signed upon return. Client Rights policy will be reviewed with all clients upon admission and annually there after. Quality Management will review updates from ODP regularly to ensure policy is updated to comply with current regulations. 01/14/2021 Implemented
6400.169(d)Staff #1 did not have a completed medication practicum. Staff #2 did not have a second observation of medication administration.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.1 person was tracking all med admin paperwork with no checks and balances in place. practicums were completed for staff #1 & staff #2 by 12/15/2020. Medication training info will be placed in the Bamboo HR database once it is fully functioning so there are checks and balances 01/11/2021 Implemented
6400.182(a)182A : Individuals plan shall be revised when an individual's needs change based upon a current assessment. Individual #1's assessment dated 8/18/2020 states that their current unsupervised time allotted as n/a, and Individual #1's ISP states they can be left alone for up to 4 hours if needed, however, she is never left alone overnight. Individual #1 can be left alone for up to 2 hours in the community, as long as she has access to her cell phone to update family.The program specialist shall coordinate the development of the individual plan, including revisions with the individual and the individual plan team.Previously the program specialists did not have a clear understanding of the 6400 regulations. Individual #1 had moved from home, the assessor did not request the SC update the plan to reflect the residential supervision levels. LVAS client services department has made revisions to the initial and annual assessments so necessary information is clearly defined. All adjustments to the assessment template will be made by 3/31/2021. All assessments will be reviewed by the assistant director of client services. (or equivalent) to ensure quality and compliance in 2021 and forward. 03/31/2021 Implemented