Inspection Reports for Anchor Bay at East Providence
1440 Wampanoag Trl, East Providence, RI 02915, United States, RI, 02915
Back to Facility ProfileDeficiencies (last 5 years)
Deficiencies (over 5 years)
2.6 deficiencies/year
Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.
24% better than Rhode Island average
Rhode Island average: 3.4 deficiencies/yearDeficiencies per year
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Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0
Oct 20, 2025
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint/incident investigation survey was conducted to determine compliance with state regulations.
Findings
No deficiencies were identified during the investigation.
Complaint Details
The investigation was based on complaint/incident reference numbers 101001, 102043, and 102188. No deficiencies were found.
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0
Sep 25, 2024
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint/incident investigation survey was conducted at this residence.
Findings
No deficiencies were identified during the investigation.
Complaint Details
The investigation was complaint-related and no deficiencies were found, indicating no substantiated issues.
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 1
Jun 21, 2024
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint/incident investigation survey was conducted at the facility based on multiple ACTS reference numbers.
Findings
The facility failed to update resident assessments as required for three residents who were discharged or currently on leave of absence (LOA). The assessments did not reflect outside services such as physical therapy, and the Executive Director could not provide evidence that assessments were updated accordingly.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was based on ACTS reference numbers 96236, 96193, 95777, 95582, 95372, and 95323. The deficiency related to failure to update resident assessments was substantiated by record reviews and staff interviews.
Deficiencies (1)
| Description |
|---|
| Residency Requirements 2.4.16.D Resident Assessment/Service Plans not updated for three residents receiving outside services or on LOA. |
Report Facts
Residents with assessment deficiencies: 3
Assessment interval: 12
Dates of care start for residents: 2024
Survey date and time: Jun 21, 2024
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| April Giarrusso | Signed the statement of deficiencies and plan of correction. |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 3
Jan 11, 2024
Visit Reason
An unannounced biennial State Licensure survey and a complaint/incident investigation survey were conducted at the facility on 01/11/2024.
Findings
Deficiencies were identified related to failure to review residents' comprehensive assessments at required intervals, non-compliance with Rhode Island Food Code regarding cleanliness and food temperature control, and failure to conduct quarterly evaluations of registered medication aides.
Complaint Details
The visit was triggered by a complaint/incident investigation as well as the biennial State Licensure survey.
Deficiencies (3)
| Description |
|---|
| Failure to review residents' comprehensive assessments at intervals not to exceed 12 months and when condition changes significantly, including outside services. |
| Non-compliance with Rhode Island Food Code: accumulation of dust and debris on ice machine and walk-in refrigerator, and food items not maintained at proper temperatures. |
| Failure to have physician or nurse supervisor conduct and document quarterly evaluations of registered medication aides administering drugs. |
Report Facts
Residents with assessment deficiencies: 3
Medication aides missing quarterly evaluations: 2
Dates of observations: Jan 10, 2024
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0
Dec 22, 2023
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint/incident investigation survey was conducted at this residence.
Findings
No deficiencies were identified during the investigation.
Complaint Details
The investigation was unannounced and complaint/incident based; no deficiencies were found.
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 1
May 3, 2023
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint/incident investigation survey was conducted at the facility to investigate deficiencies related to the Alzheimer's Dementia Special Care Unit and safety rounds.
Findings
The facility failed to operate and provide services to all residents of the Special Care Unit in accordance with community standards, specifically related to safety rounds and documentation of nightly safety checks for residents with dementia. Multiple residents had unwitnessed falls and the staff failed to conduct or document required periodic night safety checks.
Complaint Details
The investigation was triggered by a complaint/incident. The Executive Director acknowledged that residents required nightly safety checks as indicated in their assessments, but could not provide evidence that these checks were conducted or signed off on the specified dates.
Deficiencies (1)
| Description |
|---|
| Failure to operate and provide services to all residents of the Special Care Unit in accordance with community standards for residents with dementia and behaviors, evidenced by missed safety rounds and documentation failures. |
Report Facts
Unwitnessed falls: 8
Unwitnessed falls: 3
Fall risk assessment score: 17
Fall risk assessment score: 15
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| April Giarrusso | Executive Director | Acknowledged during surveyor interview the requirement for nightly safety checks and lack of evidence for their completion. |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0
Mar 10, 2023
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint/incident investigation survey was conducted at this residence.
Findings
No deficiencies were identified during the investigation.
Complaint Details
Unannounced complaint/incident investigation survey with no deficiencies identified.
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 2
Jan 18, 2023
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint/incident investigation survey was conducted at Anchor Bay at East Providence to assess compliance with residency requirements related to resident assessments and service plans.
Findings
The facility failed to update resident assessments within five working days of readmission for one of three residents reviewed, and failed to update service plans to reflect outside services for three of five residents reviewed. The Administrator could not provide evidence explaining these failures.
Complaint Details
The visit was triggered by a complaint/incident investigation. The report does not explicitly state substantiation status.
Deficiencies (2)
| Description |
|---|
| Failure to update resident assessments within five working days of readmission to the facility for one of three residents reviewed. |
| Failure to update service plans to reflect outside services for three of five residents reviewed. |
Report Facts
Residents reviewed for readmission assessment: 3
Residents reviewed for service plan accuracy: 5
Working days for assessment update: 5
Months for service plan review interval: 12
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Administrator | Interviewed on 1/18/2023 regarding failure to update assessments and service plans |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 4
Jun 14, 2022
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint/incident investigation survey was conducted at the residence to investigate deficiencies related to residency requirements and resident care.
Findings
The investigation found that the residence retained a resident who did not meet the definition of a resident due to needing assistance beyond the facility's scope, failed to complete discharge summaries for discharged residents, did not update comprehensive assessments within required timeframes after readmission, and failed to maintain evidence that all reportable incidents were thoroughly investigated and reported.
Complaint Details
The visit was triggered by an unannounced complaint/incident investigation. The residence failed to meet residency requirements for one resident, failed to complete required discharge summaries, and failed to maintain proper incident investigation documentation.
Deficiencies (4)
| Description |
|---|
| Residence retained a resident who did not meet the definition of a resident due to needing assistance beyond the facility's scope, leading to a fall with head injury. |
| Failure to complete discharge summaries summarizing residents' stays for 4 closed records reviewed. |
| Failure to update comprehensive resident assessments within five working days of readmission for a resident. |
| Failure to maintain evidence that all reportable incidents were thoroughly investigated and reported within five business days for 5 of 7 reportable incidents. |
Report Facts
Closed records reviewed: 4
Reportable incidents: 7
Reportable incidents investigated: 5
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Executive Director | Interviewed on 06/14/2022 regarding resident care and deficiencies | |
| Director of Health and Wellness | Interviewed on 06/14/2022 regarding resident care and deficiencies; unable to provide evidence of certain required documentation |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 2
Nov 9, 2021
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint/incident investigation and COVID-19 infection control survey were conducted at the facility.
Findings
Deficiencies were identified related to resident assessments, infection control practices, and COVID-19 screening protocols. Specific issues included failure to update resident assessments to reflect outside services, inadequate infection control measures including improper PPE usage, and incomplete COVID-19 screening forms for staff.
Complaint Details
The visit was triggered by an unannounced complaint/incident investigation. The Director of Health and Wellness acknowledged deficiencies in resident assessment updates and COVID-19 screening compliance.
Deficiencies (2)
| Description |
|---|
| Resident assessments were not reviewed and updated at required intervals, failing to reflect admission to skilled services provided by outside agencies. |
| Failure to establish infection control provisions for mutual protection of residents, employees, and the public, including improper PPE usage and incomplete screening for COVID-19 symptoms. |
Report Facts
Audit percentage: 10
Timeframe: 3
Dates: Dec 6, 2021
Dates: Dec 7, 2021
Dates: Nov 9, 2021
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0
Jul 22, 2021
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint/incident investigation survey was conducted at this residence.
Findings
No deficiencies were identified during the investigation.
Complaint Details
The investigation was unannounced and complaint/incident related; no deficiencies were found.
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0
Jun 23, 2021
Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint/incident investigation survey was conducted at this residence.
Findings
No deficiencies were identified during the investigation.
Complaint Details
The investigation was unannounced and complaint/incident related; no deficiencies were found.
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