Inspection Reports for
Brookdale Arbor Place

The inspection identified multiple fire safety violations including unsealed fire-resistance-rated construction, lack of required monthly maintenance on portable fire extinguishers, obstruction of an emergency exit, and unsecured compressed gas cylinders. The facility was disapproved due to these unresolved issues.

The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed that the facility meets Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements. Previously cited deficiencies were corrected.

Complaint #204436 alleged a water leak caused by a damaged sprinkler head during painting work. The investigation confirmed the incident but found no injuries or violations.

The complaint investigation found that a sprinkler head was damaged and activated during contract painters' work, causing water damage to several rooms. The sprinkler system was restored by 2130, no injuries occurred, and no violations were observed.

The document references three complaint numbers (187120, 187608, 193017) related to kitchen sanitation, odor issues, staffing shortages, and food service concerns. The investigation substantiated the allegation of noncompliance with food sanitation regulations due to unlicensed food handlers. Other allegations about kitchen odor and menu management were investigated with ongoing remediation and no failed practice identified for menu issues.

The investigation found failed provider practices related to food sanitation, specifically that five dietary and dining services staff lacked valid food handler cards, placing 106 residents at risk for foodborne illness. The facility was undergoing kitchen repairs and odor remediation. The facility followed approved menus and had processes for food ordering and cleaning, but failed to ensure all dietary staff were properly certified. Citations were issued for noncompliance with WAC 388-78A-2305 (2).

The complaint investigation (Compliance Determination #56299) was triggered by an allegation that a named resident did not have medications available. The investigation found failed practice in medication services, including missed medications and lack of communication, resulting in a citation.

The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed that the facility meets Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements. Previously cited medication service deficiencies were corrected.

The inspection identified multiple fire and life safety code violations including improper storage of fueled equipment, unapproved power strips, missing documentation for fire safety maintenance, and obstructed sprinkler heads. The facility was unable to provide required documentation for several fire safety inspections and maintenance tasks.

The complaint investigation included complaint numbers 162921, 164468, and 165680. The deficiency related to medication storage was found and corrected on site.

The investigation found that one of three medication carts was disorganized with ointments, lotions, and inhalers from multiple residents not properly stored. The facility corrected the issue by organizing the cart and separating medications for each resident.

The follow-up inspection conducted on 07/25/2024 found no deficiencies and confirmed that all previously cited licensing law and regulation deficiencies were corrected.

The follow-up inspection on 09/11/2023 found no deficiencies and confirmed that the facility meets the Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements. Previously cited deficiencies under WAC 388-78A-2160 were corrected.

All violations noted during previous related inspections have been corrected. The facility was approved at this inspection.

The inspection found multiple fire safety violations including electrical hazards, extension cords used as permanent wiring, missing locking devices on fire alarm power breakers, emergency lighting failures, and incomplete fire drill documentation. Several deficiencies were corrected on site, but the overall approval status was Disapproved.