Inspection Reports for
Duxbury House Memory Care Residence

MA, 02332

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1 Report

2024

Inspection Report — Aug 1, 2024

Routine
Date: Aug 1, 2024

Visit Reason
Biennial state compliance review of the assisted living residence by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Aging & Independence (AGE) on August 1, 2024.

Findings
The state cited 6 findings, including 2 repeat findings, matching the state median of 6. The action taken was a plan of correction required.

Citations (6)
Resident screening and assessment: Five resident records lacked documentation confirming the initial assessment was conducted by a nurse, and documentation of individualized enrichment activities was missing in five Special Care Residence records. Documentation of a physical/occupational therapist assessment every six months was missing for four residents (repeat finding not indicated).
Incident reporting: The residence filed eleven incident reports more than 24 hours after the occurrence of the incident or accident (repeat finding).
Resident records: The second-floor correspondence log did not consistently document all significant or pertinent information necessary to maintain the continuity of care for all residents.
Staff health screening: Two personnel records were missing documentation to confirm seasonal influenza vaccinations or declination statements for the 2023/2024 flu season.
Staff training: Three records lacked documentation supporting that Introductory Visits were consistently conducted with all applicable staff prior to or within 48 hours, at move-in or change of condition (repeat finding).
Information given to residents: Documentation was missing for providing a Disclosure of Rights and Services and informing residents of the right to be accompanied by a Legal Representative for three residents.
Report Facts
Findings: 6 Repeat findings: 2 State median findings: 6

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