Inspection Reports for
HomePlace Special Care at Oak Harbor
171 SW 6th Ave., Oak Harbor, WA 98277, WA, 98277
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Inspection Report — Mar 4, 2026
Life Safety
Date: Mar 4, 2026
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The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted a scheduled fire safety inspection at the facility.
Findings
All violations noted during previous related inspections have been corrected. The facility is approved following this inspection.
Deficiencies (4)
IFC 606.3.3 2021 - Facility is unable to provide documentation for the 12 months of semi-annual hood cleanings.
IFC 705.2 2021 - Facility is unable to provide documentation that the annual fire door inspection has been completed.
IFC 706.1 2018 - Dampers protecting ducts and air transfer openings shall be inspected and maintained; damaged products shall be repaired, restored or replaced.
IFC 904.13.5.2 2021 - Facility is unable to provide documentation for the semi-annual kitchen suppression system servicing.
Inspection Report — Jan 5, 2026
Life Safety
Date: Jan 5, 2026
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The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted a scheduled fire safety inspection at the facility.
Findings
The inspection found multiple deficiencies related to fire safety maintenance and documentation, including missing documentation for semi-annual hood cleanings, annual fire door inspection, and semi-annual kitchen suppression system servicing. One deficiency related to duct and air transfer openings was corrected on site. The overall approval status is Disapproved.
Deficiencies (4)
IFC 606.3.3 (2021) - Facility is unable to provide documentation for the 12 months of semi-annual hood cleanings.
IFC 705.2 (2021) - Facility is unable to provide documentation that the annual fire door inspection has been completed.
IFC 706.1 (2018) - Dampers protecting ducts and air transfer openings shall be inspected and maintained; this deficiency was corrected on site.
IFC 904.13.5.2 (2021) - Facility is unable to provide documentation for the semi-annual kitchen suppression system servicing.
Inspection Report — Nov 10, 2025
Life Safety
Date: Nov 10, 2025
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The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted a scheduled fire safety inspection at the residential care facility to assess compliance with fire protection and safety codes.
Findings
The inspection found multiple deficiencies related to documentation and maintenance of fire safety systems, including missing records for hood cleanings, fire door inspections, damper inspections, kitchen suppression servicing, and fire alarm testing. Some items were corrected on site, but the overall status was disapproved due to outstanding documentation and maintenance issues.
Deficiencies (23)
IFC 606.3.3 2021 - Facility is unable to provide documentation for the 12 months of semi-annual hood cleanings.
IFC 701.6 2018 WAC 51-54A - Facility is unable to provide documentation that the annual fire resistance rated construction inspection has been completed.
IFC 705.2 2021 - Facility is unable to provide documentation that the annual fire door inspection has been completed.
IFC 706.1 2018 - Facility is unable to provide documentation for the 4 year fire and smoke damper inspection.
IFC 903.5 2021 - Sprinkler systems shall be tested and maintained in accordance with Section 901. Two sprinkler heads in laundry are loaded with combustible materials (lint).
IFC 904.13.5.2 2021 - Facility is unable to provide documentation for the semi-annual kitchen suppression system servicing.
IFC 907.8 2021 - Facility is unable to provide documentation for the monthly single station smoke alarm testing.
IFC 912.2.2 2021 - Fire department connection is not visible from the street, no signage is installed.
IFC 915.6 2021 WAC - Facility is unable to provide documentation for the monthly carbon monoxide detector testing.
IFC 1032.10.1 2021 - Facility is unable to provide documentation for the monthly 30 second activation test for the emergency lights.
IFC 1031.10.2 2021 - Facility is unable to provide documentation for the annual 90 minute power test for the emergency lights.
IFC 606.3.3 2021 - Facility is unable to provide documentation for the 12 months of semi-annual hood cleanings.
IFC 701.6 2018 WAC 51-54A - Facility is unable to provide documentation that the annual fire resistance rated construction material inspection has been completed.
IFC 705.2 2021 - Facility is unable to provide documentation that the annual fire door inspection has been completed.
IFC 706.1 2018 - Facility is unable to provide documentation for the 4 year fire and smoke damper inspection.
IFC 903.5 2021 - There were two sprinkler heads in laundry that are loaded with combustible materials (lint).
IFC 904.13.5.2 2021 - Facility is unable to provide documentation for the semi-annual kitchen suppression system servicing.
IFC 907.8 2021 - Facility is unable to provide documentation for the monthly single station smoke alarm testing.
IFC 912.2.2 2021 - Fire department connection is not visible from the street, no signage is installed.
IFC 915.6 2021 WAC - Facility is unable to provide documentation for the monthly carbon monoxide detector testing.
IFC 1032.10.1 2021 - Facility is unable to provide documentation for the monthly 30 second activation test for the emergency lights.
IFC 1031.10.2 2021 - Facility is unable to provide documentation for the annual 90 minute power test for the emergency lights.
IFC 212-12 - Facility cannot provide documentation for the completion of twelve planned and unannounced fire drills in the previous 12 months.
Report Facts
Fire drills required: 12
Sprinkler heads: 2
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Blake Leech | Campus Maintenance Director | Named in signature block on page 4 and 8 |
Inspection Report — Sep 5, 2025
Follow-Up
Date: Sep 5, 2025
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This is a follow-up inspection to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies at the Assisted Living Facility.
Complaint Details
The investigation involved allegations of a resident-to-resident altercation between two named residents. The Assisted Living Facility failed to document investigative actions and findings, resulting in citations for noncompliance with WAC 388-78A-2371.
Findings
The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed that all previously cited deficiencies were corrected, resulting in the facility meeting Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements.
Deficiencies (9)
WAC 388-78A-2474 Training and home care aide certification requirements. The facility failed to ensure staff completed required training including 70-hour Basic training, CPR and First Aid, and home care aide certification within required timeframes, placing residents at risk.
WAC 388-78A-2410 Content of resident records. The facility failed to document medication treatments for a resident, placing the resident at risk of not receiving prescribed treatments.
WAC 388-78A-2240 Nonavailability of medications. The facility failed to obtain prescribed medications in a timely manner for a resident, resulting in missed doses and risk of medical complications.
WAC 388-78A-2480 Tuberculosis Testing Required. The facility failed to ensure staff were screened for tuberculosis within three days of employment, placing residents at risk of exposure to communicable disease.
WAC 388-78A-2410 Content of resident records. The facility failed to document medication assistance and treatments for residents, placing them at risk of not receiving medications or treatments as prescribed.
WAC 388-78A-2371 Investigations. The facility failed to document investigative actions and findings for resident-to-resident altercations, placing residents at risk due to lack of investigation and documentation.
WAC 388-78A-2070 Timing of preadmission assessment. The facility failed to complete preadmission assessments for residents prior to admission, placing residents at risk for compromised care and safety.
WAC 388-78A-2150 Signing negotiated service agreement. The facility failed to ensure negotiated service agreements were signed by residents' representatives, placing residents at risk of unmet care needs.
WAC 388-78A-2950 Water supply. The facility failed to maintain water temperatures in resident and common area sinks between 105 and 120 degrees Fahrenheit, placing residents at risk of scalding or inadequate water temperature.
Report Facts
Residents present: 43
Residents present: 36
Resident sample size: 11
Resident sample size: 7
Missed medication doses: 21
Water temperature low: 91.2
Water temperature high: 130.1
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Cristina Gonzalez | Nursing Consultant Institutional | Conducted follow-up inspection and complaint investigation |
| Staff B | Named in multiple training and certification deficiencies and medication documentation issues | |
| Staff C | Named in multiple training and certification deficiencies | |
| Staff D | Named in training and certification deficiencies | |
| Staff E | Med Tech | Named in training deficiencies and medication documentation issues |
| Staff F | Named in training and certification deficiencies | |
| Staff G | Health Services Director | Provided statements regarding medication availability and documentation |
| Staff H | Business Office Manager | Provided statements regarding staff training and certification |
| Staff I | Caregiver | Provided statements regarding training and water temperature issues |
| Staff J | Resident Care Coordinator / Environmental Services Director | Provided statements regarding medication documentation and water temperature monitoring |
Inspection Report — Jul 7, 2025
Enforcement
Date: Jul 7, 2025
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This document is a formal notice of civil fines imposed following a follow-up visit to the assisted living facility due to uncorrected deficiencies related to staff training and resident record documentation.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure required staff training and proper documentation of medication treatments for residents. These deficiencies were uncorrected from a previous citation and resulted in civil fines totaling $700.
Deficiencies (2)
WAC 388-78A-2474 (2)(a)(b)(c)(d)(3)(4) Training and home care aide certification requirements. The licensee failed to ensure staff completed required basic training, CPR, and first aid within mandated timeframes, placing residents at risk.
WAC 388-78A-2410 (8)(a)(iii) Content of resident records. The license failed to ensure medication treatments were documented for one resident, risking omission of physician-ordered treatments.
Report Facts
Civil fine amount: 700
Residents at risk: 43
Staff lacking training: 6
Staff missing specific trainings: 2
Staff missing CPR and first aid training: 3
Staff missing DOH credentials: 1
Inspection Report — May 17, 2024
Follow-Up
Date: May 17, 2024
Visit Reason
The Department completed a follow-up inspection of the Assisted Living Facility to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies related to licensing laws and regulations.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation (Complaint #119131) found that the facility failed to correct violations from three Fire and Life Safety annual inspections, placing residents at risk. The investigation concluded with citations written for noncompliance with WAC 388-78A-2040. The complaint was substantiated.
Findings
The follow-up inspection on 05/17/2024 found no deficiencies and confirmed that the facility meets the Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements. Previously cited deficiencies were corrected.
Deficiencies (1)
WAC 388-78A-2040-2 The Assisted Living Facility failed to ensure corrections of violations from three Fire and Life Safety annual inspections. Documentation for fire and smoke damper inspection, monthly smoke alarm testing, and carbon monoxide detector testing was not provided.
Report Facts
Total residents: 0
Deficiencies cited: 3
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Syng To | ALF Complaint Investigator | Named as investigator in complaint investigation |
| Cristina Gonzalez | ALF Licensor | Conducted on-site verification during follow-up inspection |
| Kimberley Ripley | Field Manager | Author of follow-up inspection letter |
Inspection Report — Mar 7, 2024
Life Safety
Date: Mar 7, 2024
Visit Reason
The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted a scheduled fire safety inspection at the facility.
Findings
All violations noted during previous related inspections have been corrected. The facility was approved following this inspection.
Inspection Report — Aug 30, 2023
Follow-Up
Date: Aug 30, 2023
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The Department completed a follow-up inspection of the Assisted Living Facility to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation involved multiple allegations of resident injuries including bruises and abrasions. Investigations found no failed provider practices or abuse and neglect. Immediate assessments and interventions were provided, and interim care plans were implemented to prevent re-occurrence.
Findings
The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed that the facility meets Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements. Previously cited deficiencies were corrected.
Deficiencies (1)
WAC 388-78A-2466 Background checks Washington state name and date of birth background check Valid for two years National fingerprint background check Valid indefinitely. The facility failed to submit background checks every two years for 3 staff members, placing residents at risk.
Report Facts
Total residents: 36
Resident sample size: 6
Staff with late background checks: 3
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Staff B | Health Services Director | Named in background check deficiency finding |
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