Inspection Reports for
Tapestry Senior Living – Moon Township

PA, 15108

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32 Reports

2019–2026

Inspection Report — May 4, 2026

Renewal
Date: May 4, 2026

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as part of licensing inspections on May 4, 5, 13, and July 17, 2026, for renewal, complaint, provisional, and incident reasons.

Findings
The facility was found to have multiple deficiencies related to staff background checks, training, medication management, sanitary conditions, and resident rights. Plans of correction were accepted and implemented for all identified violations.

Citations (12)
2800.51.a Criminal history checks were incomplete for a direct care staff person lacking documentation of Pennsylvania residency and federal background check.
2800.65.e Direct care staff persons worked over 40 hours without orientation on reporting reportable incidents and conditions.
2800.65.j Annual training for fire safety and Older Adult Protective Services Act was not completed by several staff members during the training year.
2800.69 Direct care staff person had only 3 of the required 4 hours of dementia training within 30 days of hire.
2800.88.a Floors, walls, ceilings, windows, and doors were damaged with exposed drywall and missing base molding in resident rooms.
2800.101.j Operable lamps at bedside were not functioning in resident rooms.
2800.183.e Prescription and OTC medications were not stored properly with expired products and missing open date stickers.
2800.184.a Medication labels did not match medication administration records and lacked required information.
2800.185.a Medication storage procedures were deficient with uncalibrated glucometers and missing medications in the residence.
2800.187.a Medication administration records lacked required details including frequency and documentation for certain medications.
2800.191 Residents were not educated on their right to refuse medication if they believed there was a medication error.
2800.85.a Sanitary conditions were poor with uncovered trash cans and used gloves left in memory care elevator vestibule areas.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 104 Special Care Unit Residents Served: 45 Hospice Current Residents: 11

Inspection Report — Apr 6, 2026

Complaint Investigation
Date: Apr 6, 2026

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation during an unannounced partial licensing inspection of the facility.

Findings
No regulatory citations or deficiencies were identified as a result of this inspection.

Report Facts
Residents Served: 106 Special Care Unit Residents Served: 44 Current Hospice Residents: 13 Residents Age 60 or Older: 106 Residents with Mobility Need: 57

Inspection Report — Feb 26, 2026

Complaint Investigation
Date: Feb 26, 2026

Visit Reason
The inspection was a partial, unannounced complaint and incident investigation conducted to review allegations of resident abuse and compliance with related regulations.

Complaint Details
The inspection was complaint-related, triggered by allegations of resident abuse involving staff pushing residents and bruising of unknown origin. The allegations were substantiated by findings of failure to report and respond appropriately to abuse incidents.
Findings
The facility failed to immediately report suspected and alleged resident abuse incidents to the Department of Aging and other required authorities. Additional deficiencies included failure to suspend involved staff immediately, delayed incident reporting, privacy violations involving unauthorized sharing of resident photos, and multiple documentation deficiencies related to medical evaluations, assessments, and support plans for residents.

Citations (12)
15a Resident abuse report: The facility did not immediately report suspected abuse incidents to the Department of Aging as required by law.
15b Resident abuse-superv plan: The facility failed to immediately suspend a staff person involved in an alleged abuse incident and did not notify the Executive Director timely.
16c Incident reporting: The facility did not report alleged abuse incidents to the Department’s complaint hotline within 24 hours as required.
42s Privacy - self/possessions: Staff shared multiple photographs of a resident’s personal items on social media without consent, violating privacy policies.
141a Medical evaluation: A resident’s initial medical evaluation was not completed within the required timeframe prior to or after admission.
141b1 Annual medical evaluation: A resident’s annual medical evaluation did not indicate that the resident’s needs could be safely met at the facility.
224a2 30 days prior to admission: No initial assessment was completed for a resident admitted to the special care unit within 30 days prior to admission.
224a5 Written initial assessment: A resident’s initial assessment incorrectly indicated moderate mobility despite requiring total physical assistance for evacuation.
224c1 Initial SP-30 days prior/adm: No preliminary support plan was developed within 30 days prior to admission for a resident admitted to the special care unit.
225a2 Assessment – significant change: A resident’s significant change assessment did not accurately reflect the resident’s mobility needs requiring total physical assistance.
227a Final support plan – 30 days: No final support plan was developed and implemented within 30 days after admission for a resident in the special care unit.
231c1 Preadmit screening: The cognitive preadmission screening form for a resident admitted to the special care unit did not clearly determine the resident’s need for the unit and contained conflicting information.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 106 Special Care Unit Residents Served: 43 Hospice Current Residents: 16 Residents Age 60 or Older: 106 Residents with Mobility Need: 43

Inspection Report — Feb 5, 2026

Complaint Investigation
Date: Feb 5, 2026

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint and incident investigation at the facility.

Findings
No regulatory citations or deficiencies were identified during the inspection.

Report Facts
Residents Served: 107 Special Care Unit Residents Served: 43 Hospice Current Residents: 15 Residents Age 60 or Older: 107 Residents with Mobility Need: 66

Inspection Report — Jan 6, 2026

Complaint Investigation
Date: Jan 6, 2026

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint and incident investigation at Tapestry Senior Living Moon Township.

Complaint Details
The inspection was triggered by a complaint and incident, as stated under Inspection Information with reason 'Complaint, Incident'.
Findings
Two deficiencies were identified: snow and ice were not properly removed from emergency exit steps and patio areas creating slipping hazards, and discrepancies were found in a resident's support plan regarding frequency of care checks.

Citations (2)
100b Removal snow/obstructions: Snow and ice on emergency exit steps and patio created slipping hazards and fall risks for residents of the assisted living residence.
227d Support plan – med/dental: A resident's support plan showed inconsistent documentation of care check frequency, with a separate list indicating checks every 2 hours versus daily in the support plan.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 86 Hospice Current Residents: 12

Notice — Dec 30, 2025

Date: Dec 30, 2025

Visit Reason
This letter responds to a request from the facility to use AUGi by Inspiren, a smart device with AI and camera technology, to support fall detection and management for residents with cognitive impairment.

Findings
The Department reviewed the submitted information and determined that the informed consent process includes voluntary participation, the right to discontinue device use, and notification of resident rights, satisfying regulatory privacy requirements.

Notice — Dec 5, 2025

Date: Dec 5, 2025

Visit Reason
The document serves to notify the facility that a waiver request to 55 Pa.Code § 2600.54(a)(2) regarding direct care staff qualifications has been granted.

Findings
The waiver allows a specific employee to serve as direct care staff despite not having a high school diploma, GED, or active registry status, based on credential evaluation of foreign education equivalent to an Associate degree. The waiver is subject to conditions including documentation retention and annual review during inspections.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Theresa HartmanBureau Director, Human Services LicensingSigned the waiver approval letter.

Inspection Report — Apr 14, 2025

Date: Apr 14, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a licensing inspection triggered by an incident.

Findings
No regulatory citations or deficiencies were identified during this inspection.

Report Facts
Total Daily Staff: 123 Waking Staff: 92 Residents Served: 72 Special Care Unit Residents Served: 29 Hospice Current Residents: 11 Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 2 Residents Diagnosed with Intellectual Disability: 0 Residents Receiving Supplemental Security Income: 0 Residents Aged 60 or Older: 72 Residents with Mobility Need: 51 Residents with Physical Disability: 1

Inspection Report — Mar 24, 2025

Follow-Up
Date: Mar 24, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a follow-up to verify the implementation of a previously submitted plan of correction related to a complaint and incident at the facility.

Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related as indicated by the inspection information section stating the reason as 'Complaint, Incident'.
Findings
The facility was found to have deficiencies including improperly labeled poisonous materials, unsanitary bathroom conditions, incomplete or outdated resident assessments, and missing preadmission cognitive screenings for the special care unit. Corrective actions were accepted and implemented with ongoing monitoring planned.

Citations (4)
Poisonous materials were not stored in their original, labeled containers; spray bottles with handwritten labels were found unlabeled.
Sanitary conditions were not maintained; feces and stains were found on toilets in resident and public bathrooms.
Resident assessments were outdated or inaccurate, missing documentation of agitation, aggression, falls, and physical assistance needs.
A preadmission cognitive screening was not completed for a resident admitted to the special care unit for Alzheimer's disease or dementia.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 83 Special Care Unit Residents Served: 34 Current Hospice Residents: 11 Resident Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 2 Residents with Mobility Need: 49 Residents Age 60 or Older: 83 Residents with Physical Disability: 2

Inspection Report — Feb 19, 2025

Complaint Investigation
Date: Feb 19, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation following an allegation of neglect of care needs involving a resident.

Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related due to an allegation of neglect of care needs involving a resident. The complaint was substantiated by the finding that the facility failed to report the incident as required.
Findings
The facility failed to submit an incident report to the Department after protective services investigated the allegation. The plan of correction was accepted and implemented to ensure timely reporting of such incidents in the future.

Citations (1)
The home did not submit an incident report to the Department following an investigation by protective services regarding neglect of care needs involving a resident.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 35 Current Residents in Hospice: 8 Resident Support Staff: 35 Total Daily Staff: 105 Waking Staff: 79

Inspection Report — Feb 3, 2025

Complaint Investigation
Date: Feb 3, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation at the facility.

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: 120 Memory Care Residents Served: 42 Current Hospice Residents: 20 Residents Age 60 or Older: 120 Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 2 Residents with Mobility Need: 52 Residents with Physical Disability: 1 Total Daily Staff: 172 Waking Staff: 129

Inspection Report — Jun 17, 2024

Renewal
Date: Jun 17, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a renewal and complaint investigation with unannounced full notice visits on 06/17/2024, 06/18/2024, and 06/27/2024 to assess compliance and follow-up on submitted plans of correction.

Complaint Details
The inspection included a complaint investigation component. Specific complaint details are not explicitly stated, but deficiencies related to medication administration and sanitary conditions were addressed. Substantiation status is not provided.
Findings
The facility was found to have multiple deficiencies including expired boiler certificates, sanitary condition issues in the memory care kitchenette and common areas, furniture and equipment in disrepair, lack of soap dispensers in resident bathrooms, and medication record discrepancies. Plans of correction were accepted and fully implemented by 08/20/2024.

Citations (7)
Six boiler certificates expired on 6/1/2023 and were not reinspected until 6/24/2024.
Microwave in memory care kitchenette had food crumbs, splatter, and dried spills; no paper towels in common powder room next to nurses station.
Toilet in first stall of first floor common women's restroom had mold around caulking and was leaking; broken toilet seat hinge in second stall.
No soap within reach of bathroom sink in living unit #303.
Resident #2's Dexcom G6 continuous glucose monitor was not set up to store readings; staff and healthcare providers lacked access to historical data.
Medication record discrepancies for Resident #4 and Resident #1 with incorrect medication labels and administration details.
Resident #2 prescribed Humalog insulin with sliding scale; on 6/11/2024, 9 units required but only 5 units administered.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 96 Memory Care Residents Served: 37 Hospice Residents: 16 Residents with Mobility Need: 50 Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 2 Residents Diagnosed with Intellectual Disability: 3 Residents with Physical Disability: 3

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Business Office DirectorInvolved in scheduling boiler inspection and plan of correction.
Environmental Services DirectorResponsible for boiler inspection scheduling, sanitary condition corrections, maintenance oversight, and audits.
Executive DirectorIn-serviced staff on various corrective actions and compliance.
Resident Services DirectorIn-serviced staff, monitored medication administration, and coordinated corrections related to resident care and medication.
Food Services DirectorCleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment and monitored sanitary conditions.
LPN SupervisorScheduled to retrain medication staff on medication administration.

Inspection Report — Apr 2, 2024

Follow-Up
Date: Apr 2, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection visit on 04/02/2024 was a complaint-related partial inspection to review the submitted plan of correction and verify compliance.

Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related and involved a substantiated deficiency regarding inadequate assistance with transfers for a resident requiring two-person physical assistance.
Findings
The submitted plan of correction was determined to be fully implemented. The deficiency involved failure to provide total physical assistance with transfers as required by the resident's support plan, which required two-person assistance. Staff were in-serviced and procedures updated to ensure compliance.

Citations (1)
Resident was regularly transferred without the required two-person assistance as indicated in the resident's support plan.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 96 Memory Care Residents Served: 40 Hospice Residents: 15 Residents with Mental Illness: 3 Residents with Mobility Need: 50 Residents with Physical Disability: 3

Inspection Report — Jul 10, 2023

Complaint Investigation
Date: Jul 10, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation and incident review related to abuse/neglect involving two residents at the facility.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated with findings of abuse/neglect. Resident #2 was injured and hospitalized. Mandatory abuse reports were filed with OAPS, AAA, and the department. The facility took corrective actions including supervision and psychological consultation.
Findings
The investigation found that resident #1 physically abused resident #2 by pulling and dragging them across the bedroom floor, resulting in multiple injuries to resident #2. The facility implemented a plan of correction including immediate notification of families and authorities, one-on-one supervision, medical and psychological assessments, staff education, and ongoing monitoring.

Citations (1)
Resident #1 physically abused resident #2 causing multiple injuries including skin tears and contusions.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 93 Special Care Unit Residents Served: 37 Hospice Current Residents: 15 Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 2 Residents with Mobility Need: 49 Residents 60 Years or Older: 93 Residents with Physical Disability: 1

Inspection Report — Apr 4, 2023

Complaint Investigation
Date: Apr 4, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation with an unannounced partial inspection type.

Complaint Details
The inspection was triggered by a complaint as noted in the inspection information section.
Findings
Multiple deficiencies were identified including unsecured poisonous materials, tripping hazards, lack of hot and cold water in a resident's unit, absence of refrigerator thermometers, outdated food, and medication record errors. Plans of correction were accepted and implemented by early June 2023.

Citations (7)
Poisonous materials were not kept locked and inaccessible to residents, specifically acetone nail polish remover found unsecured near room #101.
A long, red and black extension cord was coiled on the floor near nurse's station posing a tripping hazard.
Water to the kitchenette sink and bathroom sink in room #315 was turned off, preventing resident #1 from accessing water.
No thermometer was present in the small refrigerator in the nurse’s station near room #239.
Two undated chocolate Wendy’s Frosty treats were found in the freezer section of the refrigerator/freezer in the third-floor Special Care Unit dining area.
Medication record for resident #3 incorrectly indicated 'Give 2 capsules by mouth as needed for diarrhea' instead of the correct dosing instructions.
Medications for resident #2 were administered outside the parameters of one hour before and one hour after the scheduled administration time.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 99 Special Care Unit Residents Served: 38 Hospice Current Residents: 18 Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 2 Residents with Mobility Need: 38 Residents 60 Years or Older: 99 Residents Diagnosed with Intellectual Disability: 0 Residents with Physical Disability: 2 Total Daily Staff: 137 Waking Staff: 103

Inspection Report — Nov 7, 2022

Renewal
Date: Nov 7, 2022

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a renewal and complaint investigation of the facility to review compliance with licensing regulations and verify the implementation of a submitted plan of correction.

Complaint Details
The inspection included a complaint investigation as indicated by the reason for visit. The submitted plan of correction was fully implemented and compliance was maintained.
Findings
Multiple deficiencies were identified including unsecured poisonous materials, uncovered trash cans, lack of operable bedside lamps, expired fire extinguisher inspection tags, unlabeled over-the-counter medications, and incomplete medication administration records. Plans of correction were accepted and implemented by mid-December 2022.

Citations (6)
Upper cabinet in kitchenette was unlocked and accessible containing poisonous materials such as dish liquid, wood polish, and fabric care kit.
Small uncovered waste can in private bathroom was full and contained soiled brief and paper products.
No operable lamp or lighting source at bedside of residents #1 and #5.
Multiple fire extinguishers throughout the home had expired inspection tags dated August 2021.
Unlabeled and unsecured over-the-counter medications accessible to residents in kitchenette and private bathrooms.
Resident #7's medication administration record lacked an area to record sliding scale insulin units administered.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 87 Special Care Unit Residents Served: 37 Hospice Current Residents: 13 Residents Age 60 or Older: 87 Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 2 Residents with Mobility Need: 46 Residents with Physical Disability: 2 Total Daily Staff: 133 Waking Staff: 100

Inspection Report — Oct 7, 2022

Follow-Up
Date: Oct 7, 2022

Visit Reason
The inspection visit was conducted as a complaint investigation with follow-up to verify the implementation of the submitted plan of correction.

Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related, with substantiation implied by the deficiencies cited and follow-up actions required. The plan of correction was submitted and accepted, with implementation dates noted.
Findings
The submitted plan of correction was determined to be fully implemented, with continued compliance required. Specific deficiencies related to assistance with ADLs, follow prescriber’s orders, and assessment updates were addressed with documented corrective actions.

Citations (5)
Resident #1 requires prompting/cueing assistance with personal hygiene and assistance with showering; support plan and shower schedule were not fully followed.
Resident #1 was not administered prescribed lantus solostar medication due to unavailability in the residence.
Resident #2 was prescribed multiple medications that were not administered due to unavailability in the residence.
Resident #3 requires physical assistance with showering; initial assessment and ASP updates were incomplete.
Resident #1’s most recent assessment due to significant change indicates need for prompting/cueing assistance with personal hygiene and physical assistance with showering; quarterly assessments and audits were incomplete.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 85 Staffing Hours - Total Daily Staff: 133 Staffing Hours - Waking Staff: 100 Special Care Unit Residents Served: 38 Hospice Current Residents: 14 Residents Age 60 or Older: 85 Residents with Mental Illness: 2 Residents with Physical Disability: 2 Residents with Mobility Need: 48

Inspection Report — Sep 28, 2022

Complaint Investigation
Date: Sep 28, 2022

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation with an unannounced partial inspection on 09/28/2022 and 09/29/2022 to review compliance and follow-up on submitted plans of correction.

Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related with substantiation implied by findings of unmet resident care needs, multiple unwitnessed falls, combative and aggressive behaviors, and failure to update assessments and support plans accordingly.
Findings
The report found significant deficiencies related to resident care, including failure to update resident assessments and support plans to address changes in health, cognitive decline, and safety risks such as falls and agitation. Multiple unwitnessed falls and behavioral issues were documented, with plans of correction submitted and accepted.

Citations (3)
Resident #1's assessment was not updated to identify needs for verbal cueing/prompting for meals and use of a sippy cup.
Resident #1's support plan was not updated to address decline in health, cognitive functioning, and increased supervision needs.
Resident #2's support plan was not updated to address decline in health and cognitive functioning, extensive supervision needs, and multiple documented falls.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 80 Special Care Unit Residents Served: 36 Hospice Current Residents: 15 Residents Age 60 or Older: 80 Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 2 Residents with Mobility Need: 46 Residents with Physical Disability: 2

Inspection Report — Jul 18, 2022

Complaint Investigation
Date: Jul 18, 2022

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation following a complaint received by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Bureau of Human Service Licensing.

Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related. The complaint involved medication storage and administration issues. The submitted plan of correction was fully implemented and compliance was maintained.
Findings
Two deficiencies were identified: improper medication storage where a loose Tylenol caplet was found on the floor in the secured dementia unit, and failure to follow prescriber’s orders resulting in administration of discontinued medications to a resident. Plans of correction were accepted and fully implemented.

Citations (2)
Improper storage of medication with a loose Tylenol caplet found on the floor in the secured care dementia unit.
Failure to follow prescriber’s orders resulting in administration of discontinued medications to Resident #1.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 79 Special Care Unit Residents Served: 35 Hospice Residents: 15 Resident with Mobility Need: 45 Resident 60 Years or Older: 79 Resident Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 1 Resident with Physical Disability: 1 Total Daily Staff: 124 Waking Staff: 93

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Jon KimberlandSigned the letter confirming plan of correction implementation.

Inspection Report — Apr 15, 2022

Renewal
Date: Apr 15, 2022

Visit Reason
The inspection visits on December 21, 2021, December 22, 2021, April 14, 2022, and April 15, 2022, were conducted as licensing inspections to determine compliance with 55 Pa. Code Chapter 2800 relating to Assisted Living Residences.

Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with the applicable regulations during the licensing inspections. As a result, a regular license was issued to the facility.

Inspection Report — Apr 14, 2022

Complaint Investigation
Date: Apr 14, 2022

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced interim inspection triggered by a complaint, provisional, and interim reasons, conducted on April 14 and 15, 2022.

Complaint Details
The inspection was complaint-related, with the reason stated as Complaint, Provisional, Interim. The violation was a repeat violation from previous dates 5/28/2021 and 11/9/2020.
Findings
A violation was found regarding confidentiality of resident records when a 24-hour report binder containing sensitive resident information was left unlocked and unattended at the nurses station. The facility was directed to remove the binder and implement ongoing HIPAA compliance training and audits.

Citations (1)
A 24-hour report binder containing confidential resident information was unlocked and unattended at the 1st floor nurses station, violating record confidentiality requirements.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 75 Special Care Unit Residents Served: 31 Hospice Residents: 15 Residents with Mobility Need: 40 Residents 60 Years or Older: 75 Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 1 Residents with Physical Disability: 1

Inspection Report — Dec 29, 2021

Follow-Up
Date: Dec 29, 2021

Visit Reason
The inspection was a partial, unannounced follow-up visit conducted on 12/29/2021 to review the submitted plan of correction related to allegations of resident abuse.

Findings
The facility failed to immediately suspend or place on a plan of supervision two staff members involved in alleged physical abuse incidents reported by a resident. Additionally, the facility did not submit required notices of suspension or plans of supervision to the Department for these staff members. The submitted plan of correction was determined to be fully implemented.

Citations (2)
Failure to immediately suspend or place on a plan of supervision staff members involved in alleged resident abuse incidents.
Failure to submit notice of suspension or plan of supervision for staff members involved in alleged resident abuse to the Department.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 74 Special Care Unit Residents Served: 30 Hospice Residents: 13 Residents with Mobility Need: 44 Residents with Physical Disability: 1 Staff Total Daily: 118 Staff Waking: 89

Inspection Report — Dec 21, 2021

Renewal
Date: Dec 21, 2021

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a renewal inspection with complaint and provisional reasons, including unannounced full inspections on December 21 and 22, 2021.

Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with the Assisted Living Residence regulations overall, but multiple deficiencies were cited including failure to post current license conspicuously, confidentiality breaches, incomplete criminal background checks for staff, incomplete direct care training, unlocked poisonous materials accessible to residents, missing emergency telephone numbers, missing window screens, incomplete first aid kit, improper refrigerator/freezer temperatures, insufficient emergency water supply, incomplete medical evaluations, medication storage issues, inconsistent documentation of self-administered medications, missing resident consent for special care unit admission, missing directions for key-locking devices, and use of outdated standardized forms.

Citations (16)
Current license was not posted in a conspicuous and public place in the residence.
Resident privacy coding document containing names was attached to licensing inspection summary and posted publicly.
Pennsylvania criminal background checks not completed for several staff persons.
Direct care staff person had not completed required Department-approved direct care training and competency test.
Box of Polident denture tablets was unlocked and accessible to residents not assessed capable of safely using poisons.
Emergency telephone numbers were not posted by telephones in several resident rooms.
No screens present on numerous operable windows in resident bedrooms.
First aid kit did not include a breathing shield.
Walk-in kitchen freezer temperature was above required level (4-5°F instead of ≤0°F).
Emergency drinking water supply was insufficient for a 3-day supply based on resident census.
Resident medical evaluation did not include assessment of ability to self-administer medications.
Medication prescribed to resident was not available in the residence.
Resident's assessment and support plan incorrectly documented ability to self-administer medication.
No documentation that resident and designated person agreed to admission to special care unit.
Directions for operation of key-locking devices were not posted at emergency exit doors in special care units.
Resident's assessment and support plan was not completed on the Department’s current standardized form.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 73 Resident Support Staff: 14 Total Daily Staff: 130 Waking Staff: 98 Residents in Special Care Unit: 30 Hospice Residents: 13 Residents 60 Years or Older: 73 Residents with Mobility Need: 43 Residents with Mental Illness: 1 Residents with Physical Disability: 1 Emergency Drinking Water Required: 219 Emergency Drinking Water Available: 176

Inspection Report — Dec 21, 2021

Renewal
Date: Dec 21, 2021

Visit Reason
The Department’s Bureau of Human Services Licensing conducted a licensing inspection at the facility in accordance with 55 Pa. Code Ch. 2800 relating to Assisted Living Residence.

Findings
The facility is deemed to be licensed in accordance with 55 Pa. Code Ch. 2800 until the inspection results are processed. This letter serves as verification of continued lawful operation and licensure in good standing.

Inspection Report — Aug 30, 2021

Complaint Investigation
Date: Aug 30, 2021

Visit Reason
The inspection was a partial, unannounced visit conducted due to a complaint and fine.

Complaint Details
Inspection was complaint-related and included a fine. The plan of correction was submitted and fully implemented.
Findings
The inspection found multiple deficiencies including an unsigned resident contract, unlabeled and undated leftover food items in refrigerators, and improperly stored food in unsealed containers. Plans of correction were accepted and implemented.

Citations (3)
Resident #1’s contract was not signed by the resident.
Unlabeled and undated leftover food items found in refrigerators in memory care units.
Food stored in unsealed containers in the walk-in freezer, repeat violation.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 40 Memory Care Residents Served: 33 Current Hospice Residents: 3 Residents 60 Years or Older: 72 Residents with Mobility Need: 37 Total Daily Staff: 77 Waking Staff: 58

Inspection Report — Mar 30, 2021

Complaint Investigation
Date: Mar 30, 2021

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation during an unannounced visit on 03/30/2021.

Complaint Details
The inspection was complaint-driven; however, 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: 66 Special Care Unit Residents Served: 40 Hospice Current Residents: 3 Residents Age 60 or Older: 66 Residents with Mobility Need: 40

Inspection Report — Nov 9, 2020

Routine
Date: Nov 9, 2020

Visit Reason
The inspection was a full, unannounced licensing inspection conducted for provisional reasons with multiple onsite and offsite visits between 11/09/2020 and 02/09/2021.

Findings
The inspection identified multiple deficiencies including repeat violations related to confidentiality of resident records, medication storage and labeling, privacy concerns with monitoring devices, safety hazards such as unguarded heat sources and missing handrails, and incomplete resident assessments and documentation. Plans of correction were accepted for all findings with scheduled staff education and monitoring.

Citations (19)
Confidentiality of resident records was breached by unlocked, unattended laptops and binders containing resident information accessible at nurse stations.
Amazon Echo devices capable of audio monitoring were used in resident areas, raising privacy concerns.
The home lacked written procedures for obtaining consent and maintaining privacy for the Emergency Communication System digital services.
Metal food warming units exceeded safe temperatures and lacked protective guards, accessible to residents.
Sanitary conditions were compromised by used cooking grease on a cooking oil box and cigarette butts found outside the kitchen delivery entrance.
Uncovered trash cans were found in kitchen areas and outside the home, posing sanitary risks.
A handrail was missing for three steps leading from a lower landing to a walkway on the SCU exit porch.
Food was stored uncovered or unsealed in the walk-in freezer, including metal containers of soup and an unsealed bag of chicken tenders.
Lint accumulation was found in dryer lint traps in the assisted living common laundry area.
Resident medical evaluations lacked required documentation of TB skin test dates and medical professional license numbers.
Cigarette butts were found on campus despite the residence being designated as non-smoking.
Prescription medications and syringes were found unlocked and unattended in nurse stations and resident rooms.
Discontinued medications were found in residents' medication carts.
Medication labels lacked required information including prescription date, dosage instructions, and prescriber details.
Medication administration records did not include diagnosis or purpose for prescribed medications.
The home's written description of services did not include required information about the Emergency Communication System usage and resident consent.
Resident assessments were not completed annually or lacked documentation of supplemental health care services.
Cognitive preadmission screening for a resident was undated, and documentation of resident or family agreement for SCU admission was missing.
Directions for operating key-locking devices at SCU courtyard gates were not conspicuously posted.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 72 Special Care Unit Residents Served: 44 Hospice Current Residents: 13 Staff Total Daily: 137 Waking Staff: 103 Cigarette Butts Found: 12 Cigarette Butts Food Cans: 3 Temperature of Food Warming Unit: 167 Temperature of Food Warming Unit: 129 Lint Accumulation: 0.75

Inspection Report — Apr 29, 2020

Complaint Investigation
Date: Apr 29, 2020

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a result of an incident complaint involving a resident receiving assistance with showering and alleged use of a prohibited manual restraint.

Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related due to an incident involving alleged improper use of restraint on Resident #1. The plan of correction was approved and fully implemented as of June 12, 2020.
Findings
The investigation found that a manual restraint was used on Resident #1 during shower assistance, which is prohibited. Additionally, Resident #1's written initial assessment was found deficient as it did not fully reflect the resident's agitation and aggression behaviors.

Citations (2)
Regulation 2800.202 prohibits manual restraints that restrict a resident's movement. Staff placed Resident #1's hands inside their hands and held them down for approximately two minutes during showering to prevent movement.
Regulation 2800.224.a.5 requires a written initial assessment including need for assistance and medical history. Resident #1's assessment did not reflect periodic agitation and physical aggression noted by staff.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 68 Special Care Unit Residents Served: 34 Hospice Current Residents: 4 Resident Age 60 or Older: 68 Residents with Mobility Need: 44

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Anne GiehlExecutive DirectorNamed as Executive Director and Resident Services Director responsible for plan of correction implementation

Inspection Report — Apr 20, 2020

Complaint Investigation
Date: Apr 20, 2020

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation following an unannounced visit to the facility.

Complaint Details
The inspection was complaint-driven and unannounced. The complaint was substantiated based on dietary violations found related to Resident #1.
Findings
The facility was found to have violations related to the dietary needs and assessments of Resident #1, specifically regarding the provision of prescribed mechanical soft diet and documentation of special dietary needs. The submitted plan of correction was fully implemented as of June 12, 2020.

Citations (2)
2800.161.d Resident #1 was prescribed a mechanical soft diet but was served a regular meal including uncooked broccoli on 4/20/2020.
2800.224.a.5 Resident #1's initial assessment dated 11/13/19 did not include the need for a mechanical soft diet as indicated in the medical evaluation dated 11/14/19.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 68 Special Care Unit Residents Served: 34 Current Hospice Residents: 4

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Anne GiehlExecutive DirectorNamed in the Plan of Correction and signature on corrective documents.

Inspection Report — Mar 10, 2020

Complaint Investigation
Date: Mar 10, 2020

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation following an incident involving an unwitnessed resident fall.

Complaint Details
The complaint was substantiated based on the incident of a resident's unwitnessed fall on 1/19/2020, which was not reported to the Department until 3/3/2020.
Findings
The facility failed to report a resident's unwitnessed fall and head injury to the Department within the required 24-hour timeframe. The submitted plan of correction was later fully implemented.

Citations (1)
2800.16c Incident reporting: The facility did not report a resident's unwitnessed fall and head injury to the Department until nearly two months later, violating reporting requirements.
Report Facts
Resident Support Staff: 117 Waking Staff: 88 Residents Served: 72 Special Care Unit Residents Served: 33 Current Hospice Residents: 5 Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 1 Residents with Mobility Need: 45 Residents Age 60 or Older: 71

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Anne GiehlExecutive DirectorNamed in plan of correction and incident reporting

Inspection Report — Oct 4, 2019

Complaint Investigation
Date: Oct 4, 2019

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation with multiple unannounced visits on October 4, 10, 25, 2019 and January 2, 3, 15, 2020 to assess compliance with 55 Pa. Code Chapter 2800 relating to Assisted Living Residence.

Complaint Details
The inspection was complaint-driven with multiple unannounced visits triggered by complaints and allegations including suspected sexual abuse, medication errors, and other regulatory concerns. The sexual abuse allegation involving resident #1 was not reported to the local Area Agency on Aging until nearly a month after the incident.
Findings
The facility was found to have multiple violations including untimely access to clinical records, missing resident contract signatures, incomplete criminal background checks, inadequate staff training, missing dementia training, unsafe physical environment conditions, medication labeling and administration issues, failure to report alleged resident abuse timely, confidentiality breaches, and fire safety deficiencies. Plans of correction were submitted and partially implemented.

Citations (42)
2800.5a The administrator failed to provide immediate access to resident and staff records upon request, delaying access to clinical records and training documentation.
2800.25b Resident-residence contracts for multiple residents were not signed by the resident or administrator/designee.
2800.51 No criminal background checks were completed for three direct care staff hired in 2019.
2800.60a Staffing documentation was missing for the date of 9/14/19, though adequate staffing was available during inspection.
2800.65a Direct care staff person B did not receive required fire safety and emergency preparedness training prior to employment.
2800.65e Multiple direct care staff did not receive required orientation training on resident rights, emergency medical plan, abuse reporting, and incident reporting.
2800.65g Several direct care staff did not receive required initial direct care training hours prior to providing unsupervised assisted living services.
2800.69 Several staff persons had not received required dementia-specific training within required timeframes.
2800.81a Residents were not assessed for ability to safely navigate open-air atrium and hazardous open corridors with fall risk.
2800.82c Multiple poisonous materials were unlocked, unattended, and accessible to residents.
2800.88a Water feature and pool areas lacked adequate safety barriers and grab bars, posing fall hazards to residents.
2800.101i Not all residents had access to their living units due to electronic locks being turned off, limiting key card use.
2800.121a Emergency exit gates were locked, preventing unobstructed egress from pool area.
2800.123a Magnetic locks on exit doors required key-fob for egress, limiting ease of exit for residents.
2800.133.1 Exit signs were not posted at main doors of multiple floors in the special care unit.
2800.141a Medical evaluations for several residents were incomplete or missing required tuberculosis testing documentation.
2800.141b Resident #4's physician confirmed a diagnosis of dementia after review of incomplete medical evaluations.
2800.224a.5 Written initial assessments for multiple residents were blank in areas of medication self-administration and cognitive need.
2800.224c.8 Preliminary support plans were not signed by residents or their representatives for multiple residents.
2800.226a Mobility assessments lacked understanding of resident mobility status and need for cueing in the special care unit.
2800.231d Resident admission documentation lacked signed agreements for admission to the special care unit for multiple residents.
2800.236a Staff working in the special care unit had not received required dementia-specific training.
2800.251c Resident #6's medical evaluation was erroneously completed on an incorrect state form.
2800.183b Numerous unlocked medications and syringes were accessible in resident living units, including residents unable to self-administer medications.
2800.183e Expired medication was administered to a resident and medication storage did not comply with manufacturer instructions.
2800.187c Resident #4 refused medication multiple times without prescriber notification within required timeframes.
2800.187d Several residents did not receive prescribed medications as ordered due to pharmacy communication issues and delays.
2800.203a Full-length bed rails were used on resident #20's bed without proper authorization or documentation.
2800.231d Resident admission to special care unit lacked documentation of agreement by resident or designated person for multiple residents.
2800.233d Doors to the special care unit were propped open and unsecured, compromising resident safety.
2800.251c Cognitive preadmission screenings were not completed for multiple residents prior to admission to the special care unit.
2800.91 Emergency telephone numbers were not posted at nursing stations or resident areas as required.
2800.185a Blood glucose monitoring discrepancies were found for resident #12 with missing documented readings.
2800.187d Several residents did not receive prescribed medications as ordered due to pharmacy communication issues and delays.
2800.183b Staff did not know locations of first aid kits and first aid kits were not properly labeled or accessible.
2800.103g Unsealed food was found in the refrigerator in the special care unit, posing a food safety risk.
2800.132c Fire drill records did not include required information such as evacuation times, number of residents evacuated, and staff participation.
2800.16c Incident reports were not filed for resident deaths as required by regulation.
2800.15a Resident abuse allegation was not reported immediately to the local Area Agency on Aging as required.
2800.17 Confidential resident records were left unattended and accessible to unauthorized persons on multiple occasions.
2800.25b Multiple resident contracts were not signed by the resident or responsible party as required.
2800.41e No signed statements acknowledging receipt of residents' rights were found for multiple residents.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 59 Special Care Unit Residents Served: 26 Residents Served: 60 Special Care Unit Residents Served: 27 Residents with Mobility Need: 35 Residents with Mobility Need: 40 Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 0 Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 1 Residents Diagnosed with Intellectual Disability: 0 Residents Diagnosed with Physical Disability: 0 Resident Support Staff: 0 Total Daily Staff: 94 Waking Staff: 71 Resident Support Staff: 0 Total Daily Staff: 100 Waking Staff: 75

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Anne GiehlExecutive DirectorNamed in multiple findings and plans of correction as legal entity representative and responsible party for compliance
Sharyce GreeneResident Service Director, RNNamed in findings related to staff training, medication audits, resident assessments, and compliance monitoring
Tandra JonesNursing Office ManagerNamed in findings related to auditing charts and ensuring ongoing compliance
Jeff SantonQuality Assurance Director, RNNamed in findings related to emergency phone posting, medication audits, and compliance monitoring
Angela SimmonsAssistant Resident Services Director, RNNamed in narcotic binder monitoring and re-education
Chef FrankNamed in food storage and menu posting findings

Inspection Report — Aug 8, 2019

Original Licensing
Date: Aug 8, 2019

Visit Reason
Initial licensing inspection of a newly licensed assisted living residence that is not yet serving four or more residents.

Findings
The facility was found in substantial compliance with 55 Pa.Code Ch. 2800 but with citations noted on the violation report. Several deficiencies were identified related to signage, safety equipment, privacy, and emergency procedures, with plans of correction partially implemented.

Citations (15)
2800.18: The facility failed to post adequate signage at all entrances regarding smoking and influenza awareness, and lacked carbon monoxide monitoring for certain areas with gas appliances.
2800.41c: The Department's poster of resident rights was not posted in a conspicuous and public place in the residence.
2800.42s: No door was present on the common restroom across from living unit #215, violating resident privacy rights.
2800.85d: Trash cans in kitchens and bathrooms lacked lids, risking insect and rodent penetration.
2800.85e: The door to the trash compactor did not completely close and latch, remaining open approximately 9 inches.
2800.95: A modem was hanging approximately 3 feet from the ceiling in the hallway near unit #441, creating a hazard.
2800.96a: First aid kits on floors 1 through 4 lacked thermometers, breathing shields, and eye coverings.
2800.101j1-7: Staff incorrectly stated residents were responsible for providing their own mattresses, bed linens, pillows, blankets, towels, washcloths, and soap; education was required.
2800.123a: Exit doors on special care units required a key card swipe for access, restricting easy egress by residents.
2800.123b: Emergency procedures were not posted in a conspicuous and public place in the residence.
2800.123d: No formal letter was found designating fire-safe areas on floors 2, 3, and 4; only ground floor areas were designated.
2800.126a: The residence had no record of the last furnace inspection.
2800.126b: The residence lacked documentation of any furnace cleanings.
2800.131f: The fire extinguisher in the 1st floor laundry room was expired and out of compliance.
2800.171b5: The first aid kit in the transport van lacked a thermometer, breathing shield, and eye coverings.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 0 Inspection Date: Aug 8, 2019

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Teresa PawlinaPresident, CEO, PrincipalSigned multiple plans of correction and licensing correspondence
Anne GiehlExecutive DirectorNamed as administrator and signed plan of correction documents
Staff person ANamed in findings related to incorrect statements about resident responsibilities for mattresses, bedding, and personal items
Environmental Services DirectorResponsible for monitoring alarms, furnace cleaning documentation, and maintenance issues
Dietary DirectorPurchased trash cans with lids to correct deficiency
Business Office DirectorResponsible for placement of emergency procedure manuals
Fire Safety Expert John ScottMoon Twp. Fire ChiefProvided letters regarding fire-safe areas

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