Inspection Reports for Aspen Heights Assisted Living

1410 Aspen Street, Hull, IA, 51239

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Inspection Report Summary

The most recent inspection on September 17, 2024, found no deficiencies during the recertification visit for the Assisted Living Program. Earlier inspections were mostly free of deficiencies, with only one report in December 2015 citing an issue related to incomplete criminal history and abuse record checks for some staff prior to employment. No fines, enforcement actions, or license issues were listed in the available reports. Complaint investigations were not noted in any of the reports. The inspection history suggests the facility has maintained compliance with regulatory requirements over time.

Deficiencies (last 6 years)

Deficiencies (over 6 years) 0.2 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.

95% better than Iowa average
Iowa average: 4.4 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies per year

4 3 2 1 0
2011
2013
2015
2017
2020
2024

Census

Latest occupancy rate 26 residents

Based on a September 2024 inspection.

This facility has shown a steady increase in demand based on occupancy rates.

Census over time

0 7 14 21 28 35 Dec 2011 May 2013 Dec 2015 Nov 2017 Jan 2020 Sep 2024

Inspection Report

Renewal
Census: 26 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Sep 17, 2024

Visit Reason
The recertification visit was conducted to determine compliance with certification rules for an Assisted Living Program (ALP).

Findings
No regulatory insufficiencies were cited during the recertification visit for the Assisted Living Program.

Report Facts
Number of tenants without cognitive impairment: 24 Number of tenants with cognitive impairment: 2 Total census: 26

Inspection Report

Renewal
Census: 24 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jan 6, 2020

Visit Reason
Recertification conducted to determine compliance with certification for an Assisted Living Program.

Findings
No regulatory insufficiencies were cited during the recertification inspection.

Inspection Report

Renewal
Census: 24 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Nov 21, 2017

Visit Reason
The visit was a recertification inspection conducted to determine compliance with certification of an Assisted Living Program.

Findings
No regulatory insufficiencies were cited during the recertification visit.

Report Facts
Number of tenants without cognitive disorder: 20 Number of tenants with cognitive disorder: 4 Total Population of Program at time of on-site: 24

Inspection Report

Monitoring
Census: 25 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Dec 2, 2015

Visit Reason
The visit was a Final Recertification Monitoring Evaluation conducted by the Department of Inspections and Appeals (DIA) to assess compliance with Iowa Administrative Code chapters related to assisted living programs, specifically focusing on record checks.

Findings
The report identified a regulatory insufficiency related to failure to complete criminal history and child and dependent adult abuse checks prior to employment for 2 of 4 staff. The program did not meet the requirement for timely background checks as evidenced by interviews and record reviews.

Deficiencies (1)
Failure to complete criminal history and child and dependent adult abuse record checks prior to employment for 2 of 4 staff.
Report Facts
Number of tenants without cognitive disorder: 21 Number of tenants with cognitive disorder: 4 Total Population of Program at time of on-site: 25 Total census of Assisted Living Program: 25

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Michael GrevengoedNurse ManagerSigned the Plan of Correction
Rose BoccellaProgram Coordinator, Adult Services BureauAuthor of the cover letter

Inspection Report

Monitoring
Census: 15 Deficiencies: 0 Date: May 15, 2013

Visit Reason
The visit was a final recertification monitoring evaluation conducted to review recertification documents and assess compliance with Iowa Code and Administrative Code for Aspen Heights Assisted Living.

Findings
No regulatory insufficiencies were found during the evaluation. The program was found to be in compliance with all applicable regulations, and tenants reported satisfaction with services and living conditions.

Report Facts
Number of tenants without cognitive disorder: 15 Number of tenants with cognitive disorder: 0 Total census of Assisted Living Program: 15 Number of tenants attending community meeting: 14

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Hal L. ChaseRN BSN MPHMonitor conducting the evaluation
Melanie Vande HoefAdministratorAdministrator of Aspen Heights Assisted Living
Jim BerkleyProgram CoordinatorAuthor of the cover letter for the report

Inspection Report

Monitoring
Census: 8 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Dec 5, 2011

Visit Reason
The visit was conducted as a Final Initial Certification Monitoring Evaluation to assess regulatory compliance of Aspen Heights Assisted Living Program in accordance with Iowa Code and Administrative Code requirements.

Findings
No regulatory insufficiencies were found during the onsite initial certification monitoring evaluation, demonstrating compliance with applicable regulations.

Report Facts
Number of tenants without cognitive disorder: 7 Number of tenants with cognitive disorder: 1 Total Population of Program at time of on-site: 8

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