Inspection Reports for
Celebration Villa of Lewisburg
2421 Old Turnpike Rd, Lewisburg, PA 17837, Lewisburg, PA, 17837
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Inspection Report — Jun 9, 2026
Date: Jun 9, 2026
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a partial, unannounced visit due to an incident at the facility.
Findings
No regulatory citations or deficiencies were identified during this inspection.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 44
Secured Dementia Care Unit Residents Served: 15
Hospice Current Residents: 5
Inspection Report — Apr 23, 2026
Complaint Investigation
Date: Apr 23, 2026
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation with unannounced partial inspections on 04/23/2026 and 05/18/2026.
Complaint Details
The inspection was triggered by a complaint. No deficiencies or regulatory citations were found, indicating no substantiated issues.
Findings
No regulatory citations or deficiencies were identified as a result of the inspections conducted on 04/23/2026 and 05/18/2026.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 43
Secured Dementia Care Unit Residents Served: 11
Hospice Current Residents: 3
Residents Age 60 or Older: 43
Residents with Mobility Need: 20
Residents with Physical Disability: 1
Inspection Report — Jan 9, 2026
Date: Jan 9, 2026
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a partial, unannounced licensing inspection due to an incident and interim reason.
Findings
No regulatory citations or deficiencies were identified as a result of this inspection.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 37
Secured Dementia Care Unit Residents Served: 12
Current Hospice Residents: 3
Inspection Report — Nov 5, 2025
Renewal
Date: Nov 5, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as part of the licensing renewal process including complaint, provisional, and incident reviews.
Findings
The facility was found to have multiple deficiencies including failure to report suspected abuse timely, use of mechanical restraints, inadequate staffing, medication errors, and incomplete support plans. Plans of correction were accepted with training and audits scheduled.
Citations (24)
2600.15a The home failed to immediately report suspected abuse incidents involving residents between June and August 2025.
2600.15b The home did not immediately develop and implement a supervision plan or suspend a staff person involved in an alleged abuse incident.
2600.15d The home failed to immediately notify the resident and designated person of a suspected abuse report.
2600.16c The home did not report abuse incidents to the Department within 24 hours as required.
2600.42c A staff member threatened a resident with physical harm in July 2025.
2600.53a The administrator initially lacked required qualifications but later provided updated credentials.
2600.60a The facility had insufficient overnight staffing to meet residents' needs, especially in the secured dementia care unit.
2600.63a No staff certified in First Aid and CPR were present during the overnight shift on a specified date.
2600.65a An agency staff member did not receive required first day general fire safety orientation.
2600.65b An agency staff member did not complete orientation training within 40 scheduled work hours.
2600.95 The facility's stove was inoperable for a period and replaced in November 2025.
2600.101j7 A resident did not have access to an operable lamp or lighting source at bedside.
2600.103e An unlabeled, undated open container of ice cream was found in the secured dementia care unit freezer.
2600.103g Food was stored in unsealed containers in the secured dementia care unit refrigerator.
2600.124 The home's written notification to the local fire department did not include license capacity or accurate immobile resident counts.
2600.132c Fire drill records lacked complete information including exit routes, total evacuation time, and seconds for drills.
2600.132d A fire drill evacuation took 19 minutes exceeding the maximum safe evacuation time of 15 minutes.
2600.183b Medications and syringes were found unlocked, unattended, and accessible in a resident's room.
2600.187d The home failed to follow prescriber's orders by administering medication outside specified heart rate parameters.
2600.202 Mechanical restraints were used by propping a resident in a reclining chair preventing independent exit.
2600.227c The support plan was not revised to reflect additional falls and interventions for a resident.
2600.227g A resident's POA participated in support plan development but did not sign the plan.
2600.231c Cognitive preadmission screenings for secured dementia care residents were completed after admission dates.
2600.234c The support plan lacked completed frequency and responsible party sections for personal care needs and mobility.
Report Facts
Residents served: 39
Residents served in secured dementia care unit: 15
Current hospice residents: 3
Residents 60 years or older: 39
Residents with mobility need: 17
Residents with physical disability: 1
Staff total daily: 56
Staff waking: 42
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Staff person B | Staff agency | Named in abuse and restraint violations |
| Staff person C | Named in abuse and restraint violations | |
| Staff person D | Named in abuse reporting violations | |
| Staff person E | Named in abuse reporting violations | |
| Staff person F | PCHA | Named in abuse reporting and supervision violations |
| Staff person G | Administrator | Named in administrator qualification violation |
Inspection Report — Aug 7, 2025
Follow-Up
Date: Aug 7, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was a partial, unannounced follow-up visit triggered by a complaint and incident review to verify the implementation of a previously submitted plan of correction.
Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related, triggered by allegations of verbal abuse by staff person A towards a resident. The complaint was substantiated as staff member A was suspended and terminated following investigation.
Findings
The facility was found to have multiple deficiencies including failure to timely report resident abuse and incidents, verbal abuse of a resident by staff, blocked fire exits, unsafe smoking area conditions, unlocked medication carts, and missing resident documentation for secured dementia care unit admission. Corrective actions and ongoing training plans were implemented and accepted.
Citations (7)
Failure to immediately report suspected resident abuse to the Area Agency on Aging.
Failure to report an incident and power outage to the Department’s personal care home regional office within 24 hours.
Staff verbally abused a resident by repeatedly addressing them with derogatory slurs.
Fire exit doors were blocked by a chair and a large trash can.
Trash can at facility entrance contained cigarette butts and flammable materials, violating smoking area guidelines.
An unattended medication treatment cart was found unlocked and accessible in the hallway.
Resident record lacked documentation that the resident and designated person did not object to admission to the secured dementia care unit.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 38
Secured Dementia Care Unit Residents Served: 10
Current Hospice Residents: 4
Residents with Mobility Need: 11
Residents Age 60 or Older: 38
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Staff member A | Named in findings related to verbal abuse of a resident and subsequent suspension and termination. | |
| Executive Director | Responsible for reporting incidents, training staff, and implementing corrective actions. | |
| Director of Nursing | Involved in staff training and monitoring compliance with regulations. |
Inspection Report — Mar 19, 2025
Renewal
Date: Mar 19, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as part of a renewal, complaint, and incident investigation at Celebration Villa of Lewisburg on March 19 and March 26, 2025.
Complaint Details
The inspection included complaint investigations related to inadequate assistance with activities of daily living, neglect, abuse, privacy violations, and staffing shortages. Specific substantiation status is not explicitly stated.
Findings
Multiple violations were found including issues with carbon monoxide detector maintenance, inadequate assistance with activities of daily living, abuse and neglect concerns, privacy violations, staffing shortages, training deficiencies, unsafe resident equipment, food safety, fire safety, medication security, and documentation errors. A provisional license was issued due to these violations.
Citations (16)
Batteries in carbon monoxide detectors were not replaced annually or dated.
Resident #2 did not receive scheduled showering and assistance due to staff shortages, resulting in falls and injuries.
Resident #3 was found in soiled incontinence briefs for extended periods, indicating neglect.
Resident #2's privacy was violated when a staff member showed a photo of bruising to a family member.
Insufficient staffing on overnight shifts to meet residents' needs and emergencies.
Direct care staff persons lacked required training and supervised practice before providing unsupervised ADL services.
Direct care staff did not complete required 12 hours of annual training or required training topics.
Resident #2's bed cane was not properly secured, posing injury risk.
Unlabeled and undated leftover food found in freezer.
Accumulation of lint in dryer lint traps in laundry areas.
Combustible materials stored near heat sources in laundry rooms.
Fire drill evacuation time exceeded the safe evacuation time specified by fire safety expert.
Unlocked and unattended medication cart found.
Support plan for Resident #1 in secured dementia care unit was not completed within 72 hours of admission.
Direct care staff person did not complete required 6 hours of annual dementia care training.
Correction fluid used in resident #2's medical evaluation record entries.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 36
Residents Served in SDCU: 13
Current Hospice Residents: 3
Residents with Mobility Needs: 20
Residents Requiring 2-Person Assist: 7
Staff on Overnight Shift: 3
Call Bell Wait Times: 679
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Juliet Marsala | Deputy Secretary | Signed the provisional license letter. |
| Staff person D | Named in findings related to incomplete training and dementia care training. | |
| Staff person F | Named in privacy violation for showing photo of resident's bruising. | |
| Staff person E | Confirmed staffing shortages affecting resident care. | |
| Maintenance Director | Performed corrective actions related to carbon monoxide detectors, bed cane, lint removal, combustible storage, and fire drill. | |
| Executive Director | Educated on multiple regulations and responsible for oversight and corrective actions. | |
| Regional Director of Operations | Provided education and training on regulations to staff. | |
| Regional Director of Clinical Services | Conducted audits related to resident assessments and support plans. | |
| Dietary Director | Conducted audits and education related to food safety. |
Inspection Report — Feb 13, 2025
Complaint Investigation
Date: Feb 13, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint and incident investigation to review concerns regarding resident care and compliance with regulations.
Complaint Details
The complaint involved a resident whose medications were found in their room on three occasions, and concerns about inadequate personal hygiene and feeding assistance were raised. The complaint was substantiated by staff interviews and investigation.
Findings
The inspection found deficiencies related to inadequate assistance with activities of daily living, improper medication administration, untimely additional resident assessments, and unsigned support plans. The facility submitted plans of correction which were accepted and later fully implemented.
Citations (4)
Failure to provide adequate personal hygiene care and feeding assistance to a resident, including overnight bladder management checks.
Medications were found in a resident's room on multiple occasions instead of being administered properly.
Resident assessment and support plan was not updated timely to reflect changes in resident's condition.
Support plan was not signed by the staff person who completed the form.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 40
Secured Dementia Care Unit Residents Served: 11
Hospice Current Residents: 5
Residents Age 60 or Older: 40
Residents with Mobility Need: 14
Total Daily Staff: 54
Waking Staff: 41
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Director of Nursing | Director of Nursing | Named in relation to education and audits for medication administration and resident care deficiencies |
| Memory Care Coordinator | Memory Care Coordinator | Named in relation to education and audits for medication administration and resident care deficiencies |
| Executive Director | Executive Director | Named in relation to oversight and auditing of resident assessment and support plans |
| Regional Director of Operations | Regional Director of Operations | Provided education on regulations to staff |
| Regional Director of Clinical Services | Regional Director of Clinical Services | Provided education on regulations to staff |
Notice — Feb 6, 2025
Date: Feb 6, 2025
Visit Reason
This document is a response to a facility's request for a waiver of Pennsylvania Code § 2600.190(b) to allow unlicensed direct care staff to administer subcutaneous injections of GLP-1 agonist medications.
Findings
The waiver outlines training requirements for direct care staff administering GLP-1 agonist injections, including successful completion of a Department-approved medication administration course, in-person training by licensed health care professionals, and annual training hours related to GLP-1 agonist medications and diabetes management. The facility must implement policies for administration, monitoring, documentation, and have a clinical contact available at all times.
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Theresa Hartman | Bureau Director, Human Services Licensing | Signed the waiver approval letter. |
Document — Jan 16, 2025
Date: Jan 16, 2025
Visit Reason
The document is a response to a waiver request to allow unlicensed direct care staff to administer subcutaneous injections of GLP-1 agonist medications in a personal care home.
Findings
The waiver outlines training requirements for direct care staff administering GLP-1 agonist injections, including completion of a Department-approved medication administration course, in-person training by a licensed health care professional, and annual training hours related to GLP-1 medications and diabetes management. The facility must have policies for administration, monitoring, documentation, and a clinical contact available at all times.
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Theresa Hartman | Bureau Director, Human Services Licensing | Signed the waiver approval letter. |
Notice — Dec 30, 2024
Date: Dec 30, 2024
Visit Reason
The document is a response to a facility's request for a waiver of Pennsylvania Code § 2600.190(b) to allow unlicensed direct care staff to administer subcutaneous injections of GLP-1 agonist medications.
Findings
The waiver outlines training requirements for direct care staff administering GLP-1 agonist injections, including completion of a Department-approved medication administration course, in-person training by licensed health care professionals, and annual training hours related to GLP-1 medications and diabetes management. The facility must implement policies for administration, monitoring, documentation, and have a clinical contact available at all times.
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Theresa Hartman | Bureau Director, Human Services Licensing | Signed the waiver approval letter. |
Inspection Report — Nov 26, 2024
Follow-Up
Date: Nov 26, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was a partial, unannounced follow-up visit conducted due to an incident at the facility.
Findings
The investigation found an alleged abuse incident involving a staff member and a resident, which was ultimately unsubstantiated. A plan of correction including staff retraining and ongoing supervision was accepted and implemented.
Citations (1)
Resident was heard screaming; staff member B was alleged to have grabbed the resident's neck and caused fear. Investigation found no substantiated abuse but required corrective actions.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 49
Secured Dementia Care Unit Residents Served: 12
Hospice Current Residents: 4
Residents Age 60 or Older: 49
Residents with Mobility Need: 16
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Staff Person A | Named in abuse allegation and subsequent suspension, retraining, and supervision plan | |
| Executive Director | Responded to incident, interviewed staff, reported to authorities, and submitted plan of correction | |
| Director of Nursing | Responded to incident, conducted resident assessment, reported to authorities, and involved in training and corrective actions | |
| Memory Care Coordinator | Investigated incident and involved in ongoing staff training and supervision | |
| Regional Director of Operations | Submitted plan of supervision and training for Staff Person A |
Notice — Sep 17, 2024
Date: Sep 17, 2024
Visit Reason
Response to a request submitted by the facility to use the TruLoo Smart Toilet seat to automate tracking of bowel movements and urinations to identify clinically concerning changes.
Findings
The Department reviewed the submitted information and found that informed consent procedures meet regulatory requirements for resident rights and privacy. The letter does not endorse the device but confirms compliance with privacy regulations if procedures are followed.
Inspection Report — Aug 28, 2024
Complaint Investigation
Date: Aug 28, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation with unannounced partial inspections on 08/14/2024 and 08/28/2024.
Complaint Details
The inspection was complaint-related, but no deficiencies or citations were substantiated.
Findings
No regulatory citations or deficiencies were identified as a result of this inspection.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 35
Current Hospice Residents: 3
Total Daily Staff: 35
Waking Staff: 26
Residents Age 60 or Older: 35
Inspection Report — Aug 14, 2024
Complaint Investigation
Date: Aug 14, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation with unannounced partial visits on 08/14/2024 and 08/28/2024.
Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related, but no deficiencies or citations were substantiated.
Findings
No regulatory citations or deficiencies were identified as a result of the inspection.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 35
Current Hospice Residents: 3
Total Daily Staff: 35
Waking Staff: 26
Inspection Report — Aug 8, 2024
Complaint Investigation
Date: Aug 8, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint and incident investigation at the facility.
Complaint Details
The inspection was complaint and incident related; no deficiencies or citations were found, indicating no substantiated issues.
Findings
No regulatory citations or deficiencies were identified during the inspection.
Report Facts
Resident Support Staff: 40
Waking Staff: 30
Residents Served: 38
Current Residents: 2
Residents Age 60 or Older: 38
Residents with Mobility Need: 2
Inspection Report — Jul 30, 2024
Complaint Investigation
Date: Jul 30, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation with an interim exit conference on 07/30/2024 to review compliance and plan of correction implementation.
Complaint Details
The inspection was complaint-related and interim in nature, with a follow-up plan of correction submission due by 08/25/2024. The complaint involved medication administration errors and safety concerns in the secured dementia care unit.
Findings
The facility was found to have multiple deficiencies including medication errors, failure to report incidents timely, locked egress gate in the secured dementia care unit, missing exit signs, and incomplete evacuation diagrams. Plans of correction were accepted and implemented by 08/21/2024.
Citations (7)
Resident #1 and Resident #2 did not receive prescribed medications and the home failed to submit incident reports regarding these medication errors.
The gate to the secured dementia care unit courtyard was locked, obstructing egress.
The emergency evacuation diagram did not include the newly created exit to the secured dementia care unit courtyard.
No exit sign was posted at the exit leading to the enclosed courtyard in the proposed memory care unit.
Resident #1 refused prescribed medications but the refusal was not documented or reported to the prescriber within 24 hours.
Medication administration errors related to following prescriber's orders and parameters for Resident #1 were identified.
Medication errors were not immediately reported to the resident, designated person, and prescriber as required.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 38
SDCU Residents Served: 0
Total Daily Staff: 39
Waking Staff: 29
Current Hospice Residents: 2
Residents with Mobility Need: 1
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Juliet Marsala | Deputy Secretary | Signed the license approval letter. |
| Director of Nursing | Named in multiple medication error findings and responsible for submitting incident reports and training staff. | |
| Regional Director of Clinical Services | Trained Director of Nursing and Care Coordinator on medication regulations. | |
| Care Coordinator | Involved in training and ongoing medication error monitoring. | |
| Maintenance Director | Responsible for unlocking the secured dementia care unit gate and trained on related regulations. | |
| Executive Director | Provided training on exit signs and evacuation diagrams, and monitored ongoing compliance. | |
| Regional Director of Operations | Updated evacuation diagrams to include new exits. |
Inspection Report — Jul 9, 2024
Plan of Correction
Date: Jul 9, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint and incident investigation, followed by review of the submitted plan of correction to verify compliance.
Complaint Details
The abuse allegation against staff persons A and B was substantiated by the AAA investigation. Staff persons A and B were suspended and subsequently terminated due to abuse of resident #1.
Findings
The investigation substantiated abuse allegations against staff persons A and B involving mistreatment of resident #1. Additionally, a deficiency was found in the preadmission screening form documentation for resident #1. The submitted plan of correction was accepted and fully implemented.
Citations (2)
Resident #1 was verbally abused and mistreated by staff person A, including leaving the overhead light on as punishment and cursing at the resident.
The preadmission screening form for resident #1 was not dated and did not indicate if the resident could safely use and avoid poisonous materials.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 36
Current Residents in Hospice: 3
Residents Age 60 or Older: 36
Residents with Mobility Need: 4
Inspection Report — Jun 13, 2024
Complaint Investigation
Date: Jun 13, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint and incident investigation at Celebration Villa of Lewisburg on 06/13/2024.
Complaint Details
The inspection was complaint-related with a follow-up plan of correction submission. The violation was a repeat from 2/7/2024 and was addressed with education and audits to ensure compliance.
Findings
The submitted plan of correction was found to be fully implemented. A repeat violation was noted regarding incomplete documentation in the resident's support plan, specifically related to diet orders and incontinence care.
Citations (1)
Resident's support plan did not document changes to a mechanical soft diet and lacked information on incontinence care and physical assistance.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 36
Total Daily Staff: 40
Waking Staff: 30
Repeat Violation Date: Feb 7, 2024
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Director of Nursing | Director of Nursing | Named in relation to updating the Resident Assessment and Support Plan and involved in training and corrective actions. |
| Regional Director of Clinical Services | Regional Director of Clinical Services | Provided education to the Director of Nursing on the Resident Assessment and Support Plan audit tool. |
| Executive Director | Executive Director | Responsible for educating staff and overseeing audits and quality assurance meetings. |
Inspection Report — Apr 2, 2024
Date: Apr 2, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was a partial, unannounced visit conducted due to an incident at the facility.
Findings
No regulatory citations or deficiencies were identified during this inspection.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 35
Current Hospice Residents: 3
Total Daily Staff: 35
Waking Staff: 26
Inspection Report — Feb 7, 2024
Renewal
Date: Feb 7, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a licensing inspection with a provisional and incident reason, followed by a plan of correction submission and document reviews to verify compliance.
Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance after corrections were made following the inspection. Several deficiencies were identified related to staff training, safety hazards, medication storage, and adherence to prescriber orders, all of which were corrected with plans of correction implemented.
Citations (8)
2600.65g Direct care staff did not receive fire safety training completed by a fire safety expert during 2023.
2600.88a An illuminated exit sign was hanging only by electrical wires and not connected to the ceiling anchor.
2600.101j A bedside lamp for Resident #1 was without a light bulb, leaving no operable light available bedside.
2600.121a Two of four exit doors in the activity room were obstructed by chairs and tables preventing immediate egress.
2600.133.1 Three exits from the activity room to the outside lacked exit signs posted near them.
2600.185a A loose pill was discovered in medication cart 2, drawer 2 during audit.
2600.187d Resident #2 was administered Levemir twice in the morning contrary to prescriber orders for morning and bedtime.
2600.227d The most recent resident support plan for Resident #4 was not updated to reflect a physician order allowing self-administration of medications.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 38
Staff: 39
Waking Staff: 29
Current Hospice Residents: 1
Medication Error Repeat Violations: 3
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Juliet Marsala | Deputy Secretary | Signed licensing letter and correspondence. |
| Maintenance Director | Named in multiple deficiency findings related to fire safety training, exit sign repair, lamp maintenance, and medication cart audit. | |
| Executive Director | Trained staff on various regulations and oversaw corrective actions. | |
| Director of Nursing | Involved in medication error reporting, staff training, and updating resident support plans. | |
| Medication Technician | Named in medication administration error. |
Inspection Report — Feb 7, 2024
Follow-Up
Date: Feb 7, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection visit on 02/07/2024 was a full, unannounced follow-up to verify the implementation of a previously submitted plan of correction for the facility.
Findings
The facility was found to have implemented the plan of correction fully with multiple deficiencies addressed, including fire safety training, exit sign repairs, lighting issues, unobstructed egress, medication storage, medication administration errors, and support plan updates. Ongoing monitoring and training plans were established for continued compliance.
Citations (8)
Staff persons A, B, and C did not receive fire safety training completed by a fire safety expert during training year 2023.
The illuminated exit sign in front of exit door C was hanging only by electrical wires and not connected to the ceiling anchor.
The bedside lamp for Resident #1 was without a light bulb, leaving no operable light available bedside.
Two of the four exit doors in the activity room were obstructed by chairs and tables preventing immediate egress.
Three exits leading from the activity room to the outside did not have exit signs posted near them.
During medication cart audit, a loose pill was discovered in cart 2, drawer 2, which could not be identified and was properly disposed of.
Resident #2 was administered a second dose of medication at an incorrect time, not following the prescriber's orders. This was a repeat violation.
The most recent Resident Assessment Support Plan (RASP) for Resident #4 was not updated to reflect a physician order allowing self-administration of two medications bedside. This was a repeat violation.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 38
Total Daily Staff: 39
Waking Staff: 29
Current Hospice Residents: 1
Residents Age 60 or Older: 38
Residents with Mobility Need: 1
Residents with Physical Disability: 1
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance Director | Named in multiple findings related to fire safety training, exit sign repair, lamp maintenance, obstruction removal, and medication storage | |
| Executive Director | Trained Maintenance Director and staff on various regulations and oversaw corrective actions | |
| Director of Nursing | Involved in medication error reporting, staff training, and updating resident support plans | |
| Medication Technician | Involved in medication administration error and medication cart audit |
Inspection Report — Jan 16, 2024
Date: Jan 16, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a partial, unannounced visit due to an incident.
Findings
No regulatory citations or deficiencies were identified as a result of this inspection.
Report Facts
Total Daily Staff: 59
Waking Staff: 44
Resident Support Staff: 0
Residents Served: 53
Current Hospice Residents: 2
Residents 60 Years or Older: 53
Residents with Mobility Need: 6
Notice — Nov 6, 2023
Date: Nov 6, 2023
Visit Reason
This letter responds to a request from the facility to use the Safely You Falls Management Program to support fall detection and fall management for individuals with cognitive impairment.
Findings
The Department reviewed the submitted information and determined that the informed consent process includes voluntary participation, the right to discontinue use of cameras, and notification of residents' rights, satisfying regulatory requirements around privacy.
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Theresa Hartman | Director, Bureau of Human Services Licensing | Signed the letter responding to the facility's request regarding the Safely You Falls Management Program. |
Inspection Report — Oct 17, 2023
Monitoring
Date: Oct 17, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced full monitoring visit conducted as an interim review to verify compliance and follow-up on previous deficiencies.
Findings
The facility was found to have multiple deficiencies including unsigned resident contracts, unverified staff qualifications, unsafe resident equipment, improper water temperature, combustible storage hazards, incomplete fire drill records, incomplete medical evaluations, medication storage and labeling issues, and incomplete resident support plans. All deficiencies had plans of correction accepted and were implemented by 11/13/2023.
Citations (14)
Resident home contracts for two residents were not signed by the residents.
Staff member lacked verification of a High School Diploma, GED, or active Nursing Aide Assistant registry.
Halo safety ring attached to resident's bed was not securely attached, causing a safety hazard.
Hot water temperature of 122.5 degrees measured in bathroom of room 113.
Combustible materials (dryer sheet and sock) found behind dryer posing fire hazard.
Fire drill record incomplete; missing evacuation time, exit routes, resident counts, alarm status, and corrective actions.
Medical evaluation documentation missing resident height and weight; another missing evaluation date.
Annual medical evaluation for a resident was completed late.
Medication cart was found unlocked and unattended.
Expired Novolog pen found in medication cart.
OTC medication bottle not labeled with resident's name.
Glucometer calibrated to incorrect date and time.
Resident support plan did not document specific need, risks, or safe use of Halo safety ring.
Resident support plan was not signed by resident without notation of refusal or inability.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 42
Staffing Hours: 43
Waking Staff: 32
Hot Water Temperature: 122.5
Fire Drill Date: Apr 21, 2023
Medication Expiry Date: Oct 11, 2023
Inspection Report — Sep 20, 2023
Follow-Up
Date: Sep 20, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was a partial, unannounced follow-up visit conducted due to an incident and fine, to verify the implementation of a previously submitted plan of correction.
Findings
The facility was found to have fully implemented the submitted plan of correction addressing multiple repeat violations including medication administration errors, failure to report incidents timely, treatment of residents with dignity, medication record keeping, following prescriber's orders, medication error reporting, and updating resident support plans. Continued compliance must be maintained.
Citations (6)
Failure to report medication administration errors to the Department within 24 hours as required.
Staff witnessed yelling at a resident and forcefully pushing the resident's legs in bed, violating dignity and respect requirements.
Medication record did not accurately reflect that a medication was not administered as prescribed.
Failure to follow prescriber's orders due to medication unavailability for over a month.
Medication error was not immediately reported to the resident, designated person, and prescriber.
Resident support plan was not updated to reflect recent psychological evaluation and related mental health concerns.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 44
Staffing Hours: 44
Waking Staff: 33
Hospice Residents: 1
Residents Age 60 or Older: 44
Residents with Physical Disability: 1
Inspection Report — Jun 29, 2023
Complaint Investigation
Date: Jun 29, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint and incident investigation related to a medication error that caused a resident's death and other compliance concerns at Celebration Villa of Lewisburg.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was triggered by a medication error on 6/5/23 where Resident #1 was given Resident #2's medications, resulting in Resident #1's death. The facility failed to report the incident timely and did not follow proper medication administration protocols. The medication error was not immediately reported to the resident, family, or prescriber. The investigation substantiated gross negligence and incompetence.
Findings
The inspection found multiple violations including a medication error resulting in a resident's death, failure to timely report incidents, improper medication administration, failure to follow prescriber's orders, inadequate medical evaluations, and insufficient documentation in resident support plans. The facility was issued a provisional license with required corrective actions and training.
Citations (9)
Failure to report incident to Department within 24 hours as required.
Medication error where Resident #1 was given Resident #2's medications causing death.
Resident #1's medical evaluation lacked weight and height information.
Failure to assist resident to secure medical care when health status declined.
Medication administration procedures not followed; medications pre-poured and administered to wrong resident.
Resident #2's medications were not administered but documentation falsely indicated they were.
Failure to follow prescriber's orders; medications administered to wrong resident.
Medication error was not immediately reported to resident, designated person, or prescriber.
Resident support plan did not address behaviors related to alcohol dependence and other issues.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 45
Staffing Hours: 47
Waking Staff: 35
Fine per day: 225
Inspection Report — May 25, 2023
Complaint Investigation
Date: May 25, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation to review compliance with regulations and assess the submitted plan of correction.
Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related as indicated by the inspection information section. The plan of correction was reviewed and determined to be fully implemented.
Findings
The facility was found to have multiple deficiencies related to medication administration, assistance with activities of daily living, incident reporting, refusal of medication, and follow prescriber's orders. The submitted plan of correction was accepted and fully implemented as of the follow-up review.
Citations (6)
Failure to report medication errors to the Department within 24 hours.
Staff did not respond timely to call bells for assistance, with delays up to 22 minutes.
Medication administration steps were not consistently followed; medications sometimes left in a cup for residents to take later.
Failure to notify prescriber regarding medication refusals within required timeframe.
Failure to follow prescriber's orders regarding medication administration and monitoring vital signs.
Medication error documentation and prescriber notification were incomplete.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 49
Current Residents in Hospice: 2
Staffing Hours - Total Daily Staff: 52
Staffing Hours - Waking Staff: 39
Residents Age 60 or Older: 49
Residents with Mobility Need: 3
Residents with Physical Disability: 1
Inspection Report — Dec 7, 2022
Complaint Investigation
Date: Dec 7, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint and incident investigation to review compliance with regulations and assess the facility's plan of correction.
Complaint Details
The inspection was triggered by a complaint and incident, as noted in the inspection information section.
Findings
Multiple deficiencies were found related to staffing hours during waking hours, medication self-administration assessments, medication labeling and storage, unauthorized medications, mobility assessments, and support plan documentation and signatures. The facility submitted a plan of correction which was accepted and implemented by January 25, 2023.
Citations (10)
The home only had 36.75 direct care staffing hours scheduled during waking hours instead of the required 39 hours.
Residents #1 and #2 had medications unlocked and accessible in their rooms without proper assessment for self-administration.
Resident #5 had a discontinued PRN medication present in the home.
Pharmacy labels for Resident #3 and Resident #4 medications did not include complete dosage or accurate directions.
Resident #5's blood glucose meter was shared between residents, risking communicable disease spread; several PRN medications were missing for residents #2, #3, and #5.
Resident #2 had unprescribed medications unlocked and accessible in their bedroom.
Resident #1's mobility assessment was inaccurate; resident requires physical assistance but was reported as independently mobile.
Resident #7 had not had an annual assessment and support plan completed.
Resident #1's support plan did not include a description of medical, dental, vision, hearing, mental health or behavioral care needs.
Resident #7's assessment and support plan was not signed by the assessor or resident, nor marked as refused or unable to sign.
Report Facts
Residents served: 48
Direct care staffing hours required during waking hours: 39
Direct care staffing hours scheduled during waking hours: 36.75
Residents immobile: 4
Total direct care staffing hours required: 52
Total daily staff: 52
Waking staff: 39
Hospice current residents: 2
Residents age 60 or older: 48
Residents with mobility need: 4
Inspection Report — Jul 27, 2022
Complaint Investigation
Date: Jul 27, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation at Celebration Villa of Lewisburg on 07/27/2022.
Complaint Details
The inspection was complaint-related, but no deficiencies or citations were found, indicating no substantiated issues.
Findings
No regulatory citations or deficiencies were identified as a result of this inspection.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 53
Current Residents in Hospice: 2
Residents Age 60 or Older: 53
Residents with Mobility Need: 6
Inspection Report — Jul 26, 2022
Follow-Up
Date: Jul 26, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a follow-up to verify the implementation of a previously submitted plan of correction related to renewal, complaint, and incident reasons.
Findings
The facility was found to have multiple deficiencies including failure to timely report resident abuse and medication errors, confidentiality breaches, incomplete resident contracts, safety hazards with resident equipment, missing emergency phone signage, inadequate lighting in resident rooms, incomplete medical evaluations, medication storage and administration issues, incomplete support plans, and missing resident record content. All deficiencies had plans of correction accepted and were implemented by early 2023.
Citations (16)
Failure to notify the local area agency on aging within 24 hours of an incident of resident to resident abuse.
Failure to notify the Department within 24 hours of an incident of resident to resident abuse and medication error.
Resident records were unlocked, unattended, and accessible, breaching confidentiality.
Resident-home contract was not signed by the resident.
Resident room had an enabler bar attached to the bed without a cover, causing a safety hazard.
Telephone numbers for emergency services were not posted by phones in the hallway.
Resident room did not have access to a source of light that can be turned on/off at bedside.
Medical evaluations for residents did not indicate weight or mobility needs.
Medications and syringes were not kept locked; ointment was found unlocked and accessible.
Medications prescribed as needed were not available in the home.
Medication administration records did not indicate diagnosis or purpose for prescribed medications.
Medications prescribed were not administered because they were not available in the home.
No documentation of prescriber's response to medication errors in resident records.
Resident support plans did not indicate responsible party or address incidents.
Resident support plan was not signed by the resident nor documented refusal or inability to sign.
Resident records did not indicate identifying marks, if any.
Report Facts
Total Daily Staff: 59
Waking Staff: 44
Residents Served: 53
Residents Age 60 or Older: 53
Residents with Mobility Need: 6
Inspection Report — Apr 14, 2022
Complaint Investigation
Date: Apr 14, 2022
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation to review compliance with state regulations and verify the submitted plan of correction.
Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related as indicated by the reason for inspection and the unannounced nature of the visit.
Findings
The inspection identified multiple deficiencies including unlocked medication carts and resident records, insufficient direct care staffing hours, lack of monthly fire drills, incomplete fire drill records, inadequate program activities, and outdated resident assessments and support plans. Plans of correction were accepted and staff training and monitoring were implemented.
Citations (10)
Medication cart was observed unlocked and 3 resident medication record files unlocked on the laptop computer.
Direct care staff hours were insufficient to meet the required 2 hours per day for residents with mobility needs.
At least 75% of personal care service hours were not provided during waking hours.
Staffing was inadequate to safely evacuate residents in an emergency.
No fire drills were conducted in 2021 and 2022.
Fire drill records for two dates were incomplete, missing evacuation time and number of residents evacuated.
Medication cart was observed unlocked and unattended.
No activities were held or observed as scheduled after the Activities Director resigned.
Resident #1 did not have an assessment completed in 2021 as required.
Resident #1 and #2 support plans did not reflect current incontinent bowel and bladder needs.
Report Facts
Residents served: 48
Residents with mobility needs: 3
Direct care hours provided: 48
Direct care hours required: 51
Completion date: Jul 31, 2022
Completion date: Jul 15, 2022
Completion date: May 9, 2022
Completion date: Aug 15, 2022
Completion date: Jun 30, 2022
Notice — Jun 22, 2021
Date: Jun 22, 2021
Visit Reason
The document serves as a renewal notification for the operation of the Personal Care Home 'Elmcroft of Lewisburg' and informs that an onsite inspection will be conducted within the next twelve months as required by state regulations.
Findings
No inspection findings are reported in this document; it is a license renewal letter and certificate of compliance confirming the facility's authorized operation and capacity.
Report Facts
Inspection Report — Jun 2, 2021
Renewal
Date: Jun 2, 2021
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a renewal inspection of the facility license.
Findings
The inspection identified several deficiencies related to health and safety laws, physical accommodations, exit signage, and first aid kit contents. All deficiencies were corrected on the day of inspection with plans of correction accepted and implemented.
Citations (4)
Carbon Monoxide detector was located next to the gas fired fireplace and not 15 feet away as required.
Room #130 had bed canes with openings large enough to entrap resident's limbs, posing injury risk.
Doors leading to the interior courtyard were not marked as 'Not an Exit' though they were not exits.
First aid kit in the home’s 18 passenger bus lacked a breathing shield and eye covering.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 34
Total Daily Staff: 35
Waking Staff: 26
Current Hospice Residents: 1
Residents 60 Years or Older: 34
Residents with Mobility Need: 1
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Executive Director/Administrator | Provided training related to deficiencies and plans of correction. | |
| Maintenance Manager | Received training on regulations and implemented corrective actions. | |
| Maintenance Director | Posted 'Not an Exit' signage as part of plan of correction. | |
| Nurse | Updated first aid kit with required items. | |
| Healthy Lifestyles Director | Received training on first aid kit regulation. |
Inspection Report — Jan 20, 2021
Renewal
Date: Jan 20, 2021
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a licensing inspection by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Bureau of Human Service Licensing.
Findings
No regulatory citations were identified as a result of this inspection.
Inspection Report — Oct 28, 2020
Routine
Date: Oct 28, 2020
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a licensing inspection by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Bureau of Human Service Licensing.
Findings
No regulatory citations were identified as a result of this inspection.
Inspection Report — Oct 20, 2020
Follow-Up
Date: Oct 20, 2020
Visit Reason
The visit was a follow-up inspection to verify the implementation of a previously submitted plan of correction related to a medication administration error.
Findings
The plan of correction was determined to be fully implemented, with continued compliance required. The specific deficiency involved the improper use of a glucometer between residents.
Citations (1)
Regulation 2600.85.a requires sanitary conditions to be maintained. On 10/09/2020, the glucometer belonging to resident #1 was used to test resident #2's blood glucose level, constituting a violation.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 50
Total Daily Staff: 53
Waking Staff: 40
Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 1
Residents Diagnosed with Intellectual Disability: 1
Residents with Mobility Need: 3
Residents Age 60 or Older: 50
Notice — May 5, 2020
Date: May 5, 2020
Visit Reason
This document serves as a renewal notification and license issuance for Elmcroft of Lewisburg Personal Care Home following receipt of the renewal application dated March 24, 2020.
Findings
The Department issued a regular license in response to the renewal application and advised that an onsite inspection will be conducted within the next twelve months to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
Report Facts
Inspection Report — Feb 27, 2020
Follow-Up
Date: Feb 27, 2020
Visit Reason
The visit was a follow-up review conducted by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services on February 27, 2020, to verify that the previously submitted plan of correction was fully implemented.
Findings
The plan of correction related to a sanitary conditions violation involving the improper use of a glucometer was found to be fully implemented. Continued compliance is required.
Citations (1)
Regulation 2600.85a requires sanitary conditions to be maintained. Resident #1's glucometer was improperly used to test Resident #2's blood glucose on 2/4/20 at 7:42 pm.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 53
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Amanda Gresh | Administrator | Named in the plan of correction signature and facility administration |
Inspection Report — Jan 30, 2020
Complaint Investigation
Date: Jan 30, 2020
Visit Reason
The inspection was a partial, unannounced complaint investigation conducted on January 30, 2020, to address specific complaints or incidents at Elmcroft of Lewisburg.
Complaint Details
The inspection was triggered by a complaint or incident, as indicated by the partial inspection type and reason 'Complaint/Incident'.
Findings
The report identified multiple deficiencies related to resident care including failure to provide assistance with activities of daily living, incomplete medication administration training, inadequate pre-admission screening, delayed resident assessments, and incomplete updates to resident support plans. Plans of correction were submitted and approved with implementation status confirmed on March 25, 2020.
Citations (5)
23a. The facility failed to provide resident #1 with assistance on the toilet after using the call bell, leaving the resident unattended for 30 minutes to an hour after lunch until shift change at 2:30 pm.
182b. A direct care staff member completed only 2 of the required 4 medication administration observations during training on 10/1/19.
224a. Resident #2's pre-admission screening dated 10/23/19 did not indicate if the resident's needs could be met in the personal care home.
225a. Resident #2 was admitted on 11/7/19 but the facility did not complete the required initial assessment within 15 days of admission.
227d. Resident #3's resident assessment support plan dated 10/23/19 was not updated to include an incident where the resident caused lacerations to their wrist and was placed on 15-minute checks.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 55
Resident Support Staff: 0
Total Daily Staff: 59
Waking Staff: 44
Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 1
Have Mobility Need: 4
Are 60 Years of Age or Older: 55
Diagnosed with Intellectual Disability: 0
Have Physical Disability: 1
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Amanda Gresh | Administrator | Named as administrator and legal entity representative involved in plan of correction and training |
Inspection Report — Jun 19, 2019
Annual Inspection
Date: Jun 19, 2019
Visit Reason
Annual inspection conducted by the Department’s Bureau of Human Services Licensing to assess compliance with 55 Pa. Code Ch. 2600 for Personal Care Homes.
Findings
Multiple violations of state regulations were identified, including issues with residents' rights, staff training, food labeling, fire safety, medical evaluations, medication management, smoking policies, and resident assessment plans. Corrective actions and training plans were implemented with completion dates mostly by August 31, 2019.
Citations (19)
2600.41d. Residents' rights in the contract do not include the right to refuse medication if the resident believes there is an error.
2600.65a. Staff person A did not receive required orientation training on the first work day.
2600.65b. Staff person A did not receive required training within 40 scheduled working hours.
2600.65d.2. Staff person A did not complete and pass the Department-approved direct care training course and competency test.
2600.65f. Staff persons B and C did not receive required training in medication self-administration and infection control during 2018.
2600.103e. Food items including meatballs, tater tots, and chicken fingers were not labeled or dated in the kitchen freezer.
2600.121a. Exit door in the home's dining room would not open with ease during egress.
2600.125a. A small black pillow case was located behind the dryer duct posing a possible fire hazard.
2600.132h. Resident safety during fire drills was compromised as one resident did not evacuate to a designated meeting place.
2600.141a. Resident #1's medical evaluation did not indicate the date the resident was evaluated.
2600.141a. Resident #3's and #2's DMEs did not include required information such as date, weight, birth, and body positioning.
2600.141b. Resident #4's most recent DME was completed on 5/14/18 and required update.
2600.144c. Two employees were observed smoking near the green fence surrounding the dumpster, violating the non-smoking policy.
2600.183d. Residents #5 and #4 had discontinued medications in their medication carts that were not removed timely.
2600.185a. Resident #3's Levemir flex pen was not dated when opened and a new pen was opened on inspection day.
2600.225a. Residents #1 and #2 did not have completed resident assessment support plans within 15 days of admission.
2600.227a. Resident #1's support plan was not completed within 30 days of admission.
2600.227g. Resident #2's RASP was not signed by staff who participated in the development of the support plan.
2600.227h. Resident #4's RASP did not indicate participation or inability to participate in the development of the support plan.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 39
Total Daily Staff: 44
Waking Staff: 33
Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 3
Have Mobility Need: 5
Are 60 Years of Age or Older: 39
Inspection Report — Apr 26, 2019
Complaint Investigation
Date: Apr 26, 2019
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation to assess compliance with 55 Pa. Code Chapter 2600 relating to Personal Care Homes.
Complaint Details
The inspection was complaint-driven. Specific substantiation status is not stated.
Findings
The inspection found violations related to medical evaluations, specifically a resident's medical exam was not obtained within the required timeframe. A plan of correction was submitted to address the deficiencies.
Citations (1)
2600.141a Medical Evaluation: A resident's medical evaluation was dated more than 60 days prior to admission, violating the regulation requiring evaluations within 60 days before or 30 days after admission.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 44
Staffing: 49
Waking Staff: 37
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Amanda Gresh | Administrator | Named in plan of correction and violation report |
Notice — Mar 27, 2019
Date: Mar 27, 2019
Visit Reason
The document serves as a renewal notification for the Personal Care Home license of Elmcroft of Lewisburg, confirming receipt of the renewal application and outlining the requirement for an annual onsite inspection within the next twelve months.
Findings
No inspection findings are reported in this document; it is an administrative notice confirming license renewal and future inspection requirements.
Report Facts
Inspection Report — Jan 3, 2019
Complaint Investigation
Date: Jan 3, 2019
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation related to suspected abuse and compliance with 55 Pa. Code Chapter 2600 for Personal Care Homes.
Complaint Details
The complaint involved an allegation of sexual abuse of Resident #1 that was not reported timely. An internal investigation found no substantiated statements supporting the allegation. The resident's allegation could not be substantiated.
Findings
The inspection found citations related to failure to report suspected sexual abuse, incomplete medical evaluations, and missing resident signatures on support plans. Plans of correction were partially implemented with ongoing monitoring and staff training scheduled.
Citations (3)
55 Pa Code §2600.15(a) - The home failed to immediately report suspected sexual abuse of a resident as required by regulation. The allegation was not reported to the Department of Human Services.
55 Pa Code §2600.15(a)(2) - Resident #13's medical evaluation dated 11-1-18 did not list the resident's medical diagnoses, health status, or cognitive functioning.
55 Pa Code §2600.227(g) - Resident #1 did not sign their most recent support plan dated 11-2-18, with no indication the resident was unable or declined to sign.
Report Facts
Number of Residents Served: 52
Number of Current Hospice Residents: 2
Number of Hospice Residents in past year: 13
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Amanda Gresh | Administrator | Named as legal entity representative and responsible for plan of correction and training |
| Kristin DeVries | Department representative conducting inspection |
Inspection Report — Jun 6, 2018
Original Licensing
Date: Jun 6, 2018
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a licensing inspection for a new legal entity operating a personal care home.
Findings
The facility was found to be in substantial compliance with applicable regulations, but the licensing inspector was unable to complete a full inspection due to the new legal entity status.
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