Inspection IDReason for InspectionInspection DateInspection Status 
SIN-00229289 Unannounced Monitoring 08/15/2023 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.62(a)A review of individual 1s ISP showed that it states bleach and cleaners should be locked away when not in use at his home. A bottle of bleach was found in an unlocked kitchen cabinet under the sink.Poisonous materials shall be kept locked or made inaccessible to individuals. The LIFEGROUP will ensure that poisonous materials will be kept locked per the individual's ISP. The bleach and cleaners were locked away while the inspector was present. 08/15/2023 Implemented
6400.67(a)The oven was heavily dirty with food splatter on bottom and on the inside of the door which needs to be cleaned.Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces shall be in good repair. The LIFEGROUP will ensure that all surfaces are clean and in good repair. The oven and oven door were cleaned. 08/15/2023 Implemented
6400.67(a)The paint on the kitchen cabinet doors has worn off in quite a few spots and needs to be painted.Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces shall be in good repair. The LIFEGROUP will ensure floors, walls and ceilings are in good repair. The kitchen cabinet was repainted.. 08/30/2023 Implemented
6400.67(b)There was an accumulation of lint in the clothes dryer lint trap. Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces shall be free of hazards.The LIFEGROUP will ensure all surfaces will be free of hazards. The lint trap was removed and cleaned. 08/15/2023 Implemented
6400.71There were no emergency numbers posted by the living room telephone. There were only emergency numbers located in the office area.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. The LIFEGROUP will ensure that emergency numbers will be posted each phone in the home. An updated list of emergency numbers has been posted by each phone. 08/16/2023 Implemented
6400.80(b)The shrubs and weeds in the front of the home are overgrown and need to be pruned/trimmed back. The outside of the building and the yard or grounds shall be well maintained, in good repair and free from unsafe conditions.The LIFEGROUP will ensure the outside of the outside grounds will be well maintained, in good repair and free from unsafe conditions. The outside of the home was landscaped to address the overgrown shrubs and weeds. 08/18/2023 Implemented
6400.81(k)(6)There was no mirror in individual 1 bedroom and the ISP states that individual 1 should not have a stand-alone mirror in individual 1's bedroom due to a safety risk with behavior. Licensing rep discussed non-breakable options with staff while at the home.In bedrooms, each individual shall have the following: A mirror. The LIFEGROUP will ensure that individual #1 has a non-breakable per the ISP in his bedroom. A non-breakable mirror has been ordered for the bedroom. 08/21/2023 Implemented
6400.82(f)There were no paper towels available in the upstairs or downstairs 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. The LIFEGROUP will ensure that paper towel is in each bathroom at all times. Program Manager put paper towel rolls in the upstairs bathroom. 08/15/2023 Implemented
6400.24Controlled medications prescribed for individual 1 were not double locked in the home. They were in a locked cabinet in the office. However, neither the boxes they were in nor the office itself had locks. Only the cabinet that contained the medication boxes were locked.The home shall comply with applicable Federal and State statutes and regulations and local ordinances.The LIFEGROUP will ensure that Individual's 1 controlled substances are double locked in the home. The agency will provide lock boxes and the lock box will be kept in a locked filing cabinet. 08/16/2023 Implemented
6400.166(a)(13)Individual 1 Ziprasidone 20mg capsule (take one cap every day at 12:00pm) was administered on 8/12/23 but staff did not initial the MAR.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.The LIFEGROUP will ensure all medication records will be complete with the name and initial of the person administering the medication. The staff who administered medications on that day/shift was identified and completed the MAR documentation. The identified staff received a verbal counseling and training on Medication Protocol. 08/18/2023 Implemented
SIN-00205651 Renewal 05/26/2022 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.43(b)(1)The covid policy provided as it relates to visitors states that a visitor attestation questionnaire would be completed prior to visits to the home. Licensing was not given a questionnaire or screened prior to physical site inspections. CEO is responsible for the management and implementation of the agency's policy/procedures.The chief executive officer shall be responsible for the administration and general management of the home, including the following: Implementation of policies and procedures. Covid Policy will remain in place in all homes as required by Covid guideines and policy ,Vistor's will obtain required Covid policy prior to vistors coming to the site CEO will provide all vistors with asstestation questionaires, and program staff will be trained and provided with covid policy and procedures. 09/08/2022 Implemented
6400.64(a)Water would not drain out of the tubClean and sanitary conditions shall be maintained in the home. Liquid drano was poured down the drained and maintenance cleared the drain. Provider staff will complete weekly checks. 05/24/2022 Implemented
6400.113(a)Documentation that Individual 4 was trained in Fire Safety was not provided at time of inspection. 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. At the time of inspection the documentation to support training was at Aston Business Center date of training was 1/1/2022. Program specialist will will ensure all data for individual 4 is on site and all required logs. 05/24/2022 Implemented
6400.141(a)Individual 4 has not had a physical examination annually, last examination was dated and signed by physician on 05/07/2021. (Current physical not provided at time of inspection).An individual shall have a physical examination within 12 months prior to admission and annually thereafter. Program specialist will maintain original and a copy at the actual residences as well as at Aston Business Center, 05/24/2022 Implemented
6400.141(c)(10)Physical Examination Form dated 05/07/2021 states Individual is not free of communicable diseases, as noted on physical form if this occurs there must be written specific precautions to ensure no spread of diseases.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. DSP Staff will confirm prior to leaving Dr. Office that every thing is completed 05/24/2022 Implemented
6400.142(a)An annual Dental examination performed by a licensed dentist for Individual 4 was not provided at time of inspection.An individual 17 years of age or younger shall have a dental examination performed by a licensed dentist semiannually. An individual 18 years of age or older shall have a dental examination performed by a licensed dentist annually. Provider at the time of inspection the documentation was prepared for submission via the hybrid portion of the licensing./ program specialist will ensure all denatl exams are current. program managers will attend appointments and provide follow-up 05/24/2022 Implemented
6400.142(f)There was no annual Dental plan provided during file review for individual 4.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. program speclist will meet to come up with a plan to put into her isp to addresss. dental information will be collected by program specialist to be included in assessement and individual 4 program book 09/09/2022 Implemented
6400.181(a)An annual assessment for Individual 4 was not completed timely, agency provided an assessment dated 05/06/2022 it could not be determined if assessment was completed annually. (Individual 4 was admitted 03/01/2019, no assessment for 2020.) 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. program specialist will ensure individual assesments will remain on site and will maintain updates as required acording to regulations. Individual assesment will remain in program books as required program specilaist will submit docimentaion in a timely manner. AD will review records. 05/24/2022 Implemented
6400.181(e)(5)Individual 4 ability to Self-Administer medication was not documented on assessment dated 05/06/2022, it states to see attached assessment checklist (nothing provided).The assessment must include the following information:  The individual's ability to self-administer medications.Program specialist will correct language, as Participant 4 does not to self medicate 05/24/2022 Implemented
6400.181(e)(13)(i)Individual 4 progress over the last 365 calendar days in (Health, Motor and communication skills, personal adjustment, recreation, financial and management of personal property) was not measured on the assessment form dated 05/06/2022.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. All documentation was included in assesment. and is reflective in program book. Program speclist and AD WILL ENSURE ALL DOCUMENTATION IS ACCURATE AND CURRENT. 05/25/2022 Implemented
6400.181(e)(14)The assessment dated 05/06/2022, does not indicate if Individual 4 knows how to swim.The assessment must include the following information:The individual's progress over the last 365 calendar days and current level in the following areas: The individual's knowledge of water safety and ability to swim. Individual 4 can not swim, individual will require a life jacket in all bodies of water (large or small) 05/24/2022 Implemented
6400.217Written consents for Individual 4 were not provided at time of inspection.Written consent of the individual, or the individual's parent or guardian if the individual is 17 years of age or younger or legally incompetent, is required for the release of information, including photographs, to persons not otherwise authorized to receive it. Program specialist will ensure that all required documentation is in program books and medical books on site and at main office. 05/24/2022 Implemented
6400.31(b)Signed copies of Individual Rights for Individual 4 were not provided at time of inspection.The home shall educate, assist and provide the accommodation necessary for the individual to make choices and understand the individual's rights.Documentation was provided for individual 4 , Program Specialist and managers will ensure all documents are presented to individual 4 as required by regulations. Signed copies are provided as required 05/24/2022 Implemented
6400.165(b)Individual 4 PRN-Acetaminophen 325mg tablet, take 1 tablet by mouth every 4 to 6 hours as needed for pain-blister pack was empty. None found in the home at inspection-prescriptions must be kept current.A prescription order shall be kept current.Individual 4 is NPO, receives all of her medication and feeding thru her "J" ENSURE ALL MEDICATION S ARE ON SITE MANAGERS AND DSP WILL CHECK MEDICATIONS 05/24/2022 Implemented
6400.165(c)Individual 4 10-Quetiapine Er 150mg-take 1 tablet by mouth at 8am daily and once a day at noon 12pm-12pm dosage administered before 12pm-it could not be determined when, as it was not documented on the mar. Individual 4 Quetiapine Fumarate 250mg-take 1 tablet by mouth at 8pm daily-8pm dosage was missing from blister pack but not signed out on the mar.A prescription medication shall be administered as prescribed.Individual 4 is NPO, receives all of her medication and feeding thru her "J" ENSURE ALL MEDICATION S ARE ON SITE MANAGERS AND DSP WILL CHECK MEDICATIONS 05/24/2022 Implemented
6400.166(a)(10)Individual 4 Quetiapine Er 150mg-take 1 tablet by mouth at 8am daily and once a day at noon 12pm-12pm dosage administered before 12pm-it could not be determined when, as it was not documented on the mar.A medication record shall be kept, including the following for each individual for whom a prescription medication is administered: Administration times.Medication was on site individual 4 is NPO, Medication will be checked by staff and pharmcy for accuracy as well as maintence of the (5) 05/24/2022 Implemented
SIN-00201282 Unannounced Monitoring 03/04/2022 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.62(a)Cleaners, which can be potentially poisonous substances were left accessible to individual 1. Cleaners such as Windex were found under the kitchen sink unlocked and Medication, called Pantoprazole, was stored on the door of the refrigerator. Individual 1's support plan notated a need to keep poisons locked or inaccessible.Poisonous materials shall be kept locked or made inaccessible to individuals. All poisonous materials/liquids will be stored in a locked metal cabinet before and after each use. 03/10/2022 Implemented
6400.62(c)There was an unmarked yellow liquid cleaner in a spray bottle located in the cabinet under the kitchen sinkPoisonous materials shall be stored in their original, labeled containers. All unlabeled poisonous containers will be discarded. 03/10/2022 Implemented
6400.144Child APAP 160mg/5ml to be taken every 6 hours as needed, 10ml, prescribed to individual 1 was not present on site at the time of review. Diazepam which is also prescribed to be taken as needed for individual 1, was not stored on site at the time of review.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. A call will be made to the prescribing doctor to verify that this medication has not been discontinued. 03/10/2022 Implemented
6400.32(h)Cameras were discovered in the kitchen facing the cabinetry and sink area and in the unlocked vacant room that is used as an office on the second floor. Documentation that individuals residing there and the team was permitting the camera use was not provided nor was the fade out plan or evaluation for such use for both individual 1 and 2.An individual has the right to privacy of person and possessions.The individual ISP requires Cameras in common areas for health and safety because of her behaviors. The individual's guardian has agreed and is pleased since her sister is non-verbal and non ambulatory and is unable to communicate her concerns and needs to staff or family members. The Cameras will be turned off and removed until all individuals of the home are assessed the need for technology and gained the necessary permissions from all team members. 03/17/2022 Implemented
6400.163(g)Medication was not stored in an organized matter for individual 1. Balmex was located in the individuals bedroom nightstand drawer unlocked and not with the rest of the medications. Pantoprazole, prescribed to individual 1 was stored in the refrigerator door but not in a secure manner. Internal temperature read at 84.7 degrees Fahrenheit on the second floor medication area, medications should be stored in a cooler temperature secure setting between 36 and 77 degrees Fahrenheit.Prescription medications shall be stored in an organized manner under proper conditions of sanitation, temperature, moisture and light and in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.The house manager will do a thorough check to ensure all of the medications are stored together, properly in a locked box. 03/10/2022 Implemented
6400.163(h)Milk of Magnesia was located in individual 2's medication box but is no longer prescribed and was expired as of 9/29/2021Prescription medications that are discontinued or expired shall be destroyed in a safe manner according to Federal and State statutes and regulations.The house manager will all medications and identify the ones that are expired and need to be renewed or removed. 03/10/2022 Implemented
6400.165(c)Prednisolone 15mg/5ml, take 15ml daily for 5 days prescribed to individual 1 was not logged immediately after administration. The medication was not documented to be administered and it is unknown when the start date of the medication was to begin. The medication was filled 2/25/2022 with no other documentation providing verification of administration as prescribed.A prescription medication shall be administered as prescribed.The assistant director will make a call to the prescribing doctor to verify the start date of the medication and to obtain documentation stating as such. 03/10/2022 Implemented
SIN-00162721 Renewal 09/17/2019 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.21(a)Staff member #2's criminal check was completed 11/29/17, date of hire was 2/14/19.An application for a Pennsylvania criminal history record check shall be submitted to the State Police for prospective employees of the home who will have direct contact with individuals, including part-time and temporary staff persons who will have direct contact with individuals, within 5 working days after the person's date of hire.The L.I.F.E. Group, LLC placed The program specialist to ensure that a recent criminal check was completed for staff#2 and placed into her file. Moving Forward the The L.I.F.E. Group, LLC has instructed its Program Specialist to oversee all employee files are in compliance to all Chapter 6400 regulations by doing a routine quarterly check of All employee files to assure compliance of Chapter 6400 regulations. 09/27/2019 Implemented
6400.44(c)Staff #1, the program specialist, record did not have documented of their experience with individuals with intellectual disabilities. A program specialist shall have one of the following groups of qualifications: (1) A master's degree or above from an accredited college or university and 1 year work experience working directly with persons with intellectual disability. (2) A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and 2 years work experience working directly with persons with intellectual disability. (3) An associate's degree or 60 credit hours from an accredited college or university and 4 years work experience working directly with persons with intellectual disability.The L.I.F.E. Group, LLC has ensured that the its Program Specialist resume be placed back into her file and moving forward The L.I.F.E. Group, LLC has placed Jamika Travers and the company's Program Specialist to oversee that all Employee files are in compliance to all Chapter 6400 regulations including 6400.44(c). 09/17/2019 Implemented
6400.46(g)Staff #1's record had no documentation of fire safety training.Program specialists and direct service workers shall be trained annually by a fire safety expert in the training areas specified in subsection (f). The L.I.F.E. Group, LLC Program Specialist has ensured staff#1 was properly trained by a certified fire safety trainer, but moving forward all Staff including the Program Specialist and Direct Service Workers shall be trained in fire safety in their New Hire Orientation.This will be overseen and partly conducted by the Program Specialist. 09/27/2019 Implemented
6400.46(i)Staff #1's record did not contain first aid training. Staff #3's record did not contain first aid training.Program specialists, direct service workers and drivers of and aides in vehicles shall be trained within 6 months after the day of initial employment and annually thereafter, by an individual certified as a trainer by a hospital or other recognized health care organization, in first aid, Heimlich techniques and cardio-pulmonary resuscitation. For the Staff#1 and Staff#3 missing their first aid training from their employee files, The L.I.F.E. Group, LLC have instructed said employees to bring in the original or copy of their first aid certification completed within the last two years as proof of compliance of Chapter 6400.46 (i). In the event staff#1 and Staff#3 are unable to locate their certifications, The L.I.F.E. Group, LLC has instructed its Program Specialist to oversee that staff are retrained in first aid to remain in compliance with Chapter 6400.46(i). 09/27/2019 Implemented
6400.106There was no documentation of the furnace being cleaned annually.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. Moving forward The L.I.F.E. Group, LLC will contract with Angels Heating & Cooling to currently and annually cleanout and inspect along with preparing written documentation of services performed and when (date & time) the furnace at the location out of compliance. The L.I.F.E. Group, LLC placed Hakim Glover as person responsible to ensure this task is completed annually. 09/17/2019 Implemented
6400.141(a)Individual #1's initial physical exam completed on 10/9/18 was incomplete, not signed, and missing many of the regulatory areas.An individual shall have a physical examination within 12 months prior to admission and annually thereafter. The L.I.F.E. Group, LLC moving forward will ensure all individuals accepted into its program have a Physical Exam performed within the last 12 months prior to being accepted. The L.I.F.E. Group, LLC has directed its Program Specialist to overlook and ensure individual #1, current and future staff recieve a full physical to remain in compliance to Chapter 6400.141 (a). Furthermore, The L.I.F.E. Group, LLC will use the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) approved Physical Form as the standard form for all Physical Exams prior to any individual being accepted and annually moving forward. 09/17/2019 Implemented
6400.141(c)(6)Individual#1 has no record of a Tuberculin test being conducted.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. The L.I.F.E. Group, LLC will ensure all individuals accepted into its program have a Tuberculin test by Mantoux method performed within the last 12 months prior to being accepted. The L.I.F.E. Group, LLC has directed its Program Specialist overlook and ensure that individual #1 takes the Tuberculin test to remain in compliance to Chapter 6400.141 (c) (6). Furthermore, The L.I.F.E. Group, LLC will use the Office of Developmental Programs approved physical form as the standard form for all Tuberculin tests and physicals moving forward. 09/17/2019 Implemented
SIN-00135275 Initial review 05/23/2018 Compliant - Finalized