Inspection Reports for
Dunwoody Village

PA, 19073

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28 Reports

2016–2026

Inspection Report — Apr 20, 2026

Renewal
Date: Apr 20, 2026

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a renewal and incident review of Dunwoody Village to assess compliance with licensing requirements.

Findings
The submitted plan of correction was found to be fully implemented. Deficiencies were identified related to fire drill scheduling, medication storage, medication labeling, and medication record keeping, all of which had corrective plans accepted and implemented.

Citations (4)
132g Fire drills were routinely held at the end of each month rather than on varied days and times as required.
183e An expired medication, Systane Artificial Tears belonging to Resident 1, was found in the home with expiration in 2/2023.
184a The pharmacy label for Resident 2's Voltaren Arthritis Pain Gel 1% lacked the resident's name, medication name, prescription date, dosage instructions, and prescriber information.
187a Resident 3's medication administration record did not indicate the duration of therapy for the prescribed Lidocaine Pain Relief Patch.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 78 Secured Dementia Care Unit Residents Served: 20 Current Hospice Residents: 5

Inspection Report — Sep 16, 2025

Follow-Up
Date: Sep 16, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was a follow-up visit to verify the implementation of a previously submitted plan of correction related to medication administration issues.

Findings
The submitted plan of correction was determined to be fully implemented, with ongoing audits and reeducation of staff on medication administration policies. Continued compliance must be maintained.

Citations (2)
Resident was scheduled to receive medication at 22:00, but the medication was not administered as ordered despite documentation indicating it was given.
The home failed to follow the prescriber's orders by not administering the prescribed 22:00 dose of medication to a resident.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 75 Residents Served in Secured Dementia Care Unit: 17 Current Hospice Residents: 3 Residents Age 60 or Older: 75 Residents with Intellectual Disability: 1 Residents with Mobility Need: 27

Inspection Report — May 22, 2025

Complaint Investigation
Date: May 22, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation at Dunwoody Village on 05/22/2025.

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: 74 Secured Dementia Care Unit Residents Served: 18 Hospice Current Residents: 7 Residents Age 60 or Older: 73 Residents Diagnosed with Intellectual Disability: 1 Residents with Mobility Need: 29

Inspection Report — Dec 16, 2024

Follow-Up
Date: Dec 16, 2024

Visit Reason
The visit was a partial, unannounced follow-up inspection conducted on 12/16/2024 to review the implementation of a previously submitted plan of correction related to an incident.

Findings
The submitted plan of correction was determined to be fully implemented. The facility contested one violation regarding access to video evidence, clarifying that the video was not a resident record and was provided through a third party. Another violation involved abuse by a staff member, which was not substantiated by video evidence, but the employee was terminated following an internal investigation. The facility implemented training and monitoring measures to prevent abuse and ensure compliance.

Citations (2)
Failure to provide immediate access to video recording of an incident to Department agents, citing confidentiality and internal investigation.
Allegation of abuse where staff person B was observed slapping a resident's hand and making inappropriate comments; video evidence did not substantiate the allegation but staff person B was terminated.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 70 Secured Dementia Care Unit Residents Served: 16 Hospice Current Residents: 3 Residents Age 60 or Older: 69 Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 6 Residents Diagnosed with Intellectual Disability: 1 Residents with Mobility Need: 30

Inspection Report — Nov 21, 2024

Follow-Up
Date: Nov 21, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was a partial, unannounced follow-up visit triggered by an incident to verify the implementation of a previously submitted plan of correction.

Findings
The facility was found to have fully implemented the submitted plan of correction related to multiple deficiencies including resident abuse reporting, treatment of residents with dignity and respect, residents' rights to associate and communicate, and proper medication storage and administration.

Citations (5)
Failure to immediately report suspected abuse of a resident to the Area Agency on Aging as required.
Staff communicated to a resident in a harsh, loud, and disrespectful tone violating treatment with dignity and respect.
Resident's right to freely associate and communicate was compromised when staff made a spouse leave the room during personal care.
Medication packaging was taped due to tear, not stored according to manufacturer’s instructions.
Pain medication was not available in the home due to incomplete medication orders.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 72 Secured Dementia Care Unit Residents Served: 16 Current Hospice Residents: 4 Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 4 Residents Diagnosed with Intellectual Disability: 1 Residents with Mobility Need: 30 Residents with Physical Disability: 1 Residents Age 60 or Older: 71 Total Daily Staff: 102 Waking Staff: 77

Inspection Report — Oct 9, 2024

Follow-Up
Date: Oct 9, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection visit on 10/09/2024 was conducted as a follow-up to verify that the previously submitted plan of correction was fully implemented.

Findings
The facility was found to have fully implemented the submitted plan of correction addressing multiple violations including failure to report suspected abuse, incomplete resident contracts, treatment of residents with dignity and respect, incomplete staff contact lists, incomplete fire safety orientation, and delayed admission support plans.

Citations (7)
Failure to immediately report suspected abuse of a resident, with a repeat violation noted.
Failure to report the incident or condition to the Department within 24 hours, with a repeat violation noted.
Resident home contracts were not signed by the resident, with no indication the resident was given the opportunity to sign.
Resident was not treated with dignity and respect; staff person B was mean and pressured resident to take medication.
Administrator's list of staff persons did not include substitute staff.
Staff person C did not receive orientation on telephone use and notification of emergency services on first day.
Resident admitted to Secure Dementia Care Unit had initial support plan completed late.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 69 Secured Dementia Care Unit Residents Served: 16 Hospice Current Residents: 4 Residents Age 60 or Older: 69 Residents with Mobility Need: 22 Residents Diagnosed with Intellectual Disability: 1

Inspection Report — Aug 5, 2024

Follow-Up
Date: Aug 5, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection visit was conducted as a follow-up to verify the implementation of a previously submitted plan of correction related to an incident.

Findings
The facility was found to have fully implemented the submitted plan of correction addressing multiple deficiencies including supervision of staff after abuse allegations, privacy concerns with camera signage, safeguarding residents' money and property, staff training deficiencies, medical evaluation documentation, support plan signatures, key-locking device signage, trash management, and resident record content.

Citations (9)
Failure to develop and implement a plan of supervision or suspend staff person involved in alleged abuse incident.
Lack of signage indicating cameras were recording in certain areas.
No system to safeguard residents' money and property, resulting in theft of credit cards.
Direct care staff did not complete required orientation and annual training topics within required timeframes.
Incomplete medical evaluation documentation missing special health or dietary needs.
Support plans were developed without signatures from residents and assessors.
Directions for operating key-locking devices were not conspicuously posted near exits.
Trash outside the home was not kept in covered receptacles preventing insect and rodent penetration.
Resident records did not include an inventory of personal property as voluntarily declared and updated.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 70 Residents Served: 16 Current Residents: 3 Total Daily Staff: 92 Waking Staff: 69

Inspection Report — Apr 11, 2024

Follow-Up
Date: Apr 11, 2024

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a follow-up to verify that the submitted plan of correction was fully implemented following an incident and annual medical evaluation deficiencies.

Findings
The facility was found to have fully implemented the plan of correction related to an incident reporting violation and annual medical evaluation requirements. Continued compliance must be maintained.

Citations (2)
Failure to report an incident involving alleged rough handling of a resident by staff to the Department within 24 hours.
Resident did not have a medical evaluation completed at least annually as required.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 69 Secured Dementia Care Unit Residents Served: 15 Residents 60 Years or Older: 68 Residents Diagnosed with Intellectual Disability: 2 Residents with Mobility Need: 22 Residents with Physical Disability: 11

Inspection Report — Feb 14, 2024

Renewal
Date: Feb 14, 2024

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

Findings
The facility was found to have multiple deficiencies including failure to report suspected resident abuse, improper treatment of residents, missing criminal background checks for contractors, ventilation issues, incomplete medical evaluations, medication storage and labeling problems, prohibited procedures, incomplete support plans, and missing resident record content. Plans of correction were accepted and implemented with ongoing monitoring and education.

Citations (12)
Failure to immediately report suspected abuse of resident #1 to the Personal Care Administrator, Nursing Director, and Older Adult Protective Services.
Resident #1 was wearing multiple incontinence products simultaneously, violating dignity and respect requirements.
Criminal background checks were not on file for two painters and one contractor working unattended in the facility.
Rooms #17a and 114 lacked operable windows, fans, air conditioners, or mechanical ventilation to ensure airflow.
Medical evaluations for resident #1 and resident #2 did not include medical information pertinent to diagnosis and treatment.
Resident #2 had an unlocked container of prescription artificial tears in their room despite not being assessed as capable of self-administering medications.
Expired artificial tears belonging to resident #2 were not destroyed according to approved methods.
Pharmacy label for resident #1's medication lacked resident name, medication name, prescription date, administration instructions, and prescriber information.
Resident #3's prescribed medications were not available in the home.
A magnetic ribbon reading 'Stop Do Not Enter Stop' was placed on resident's door, posing a deterrent to leaving or entering the room.
Support plans for residents #4, #5, and #6 did not document the need for special diets as indicated in their assessments.
Resident #2 and #3's records were missing eye color, hair color, and social security number.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 66 Residents Served in Secured Dementia Care Unit: 16 Current Hospice Residents: 4 Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 51 Residents Diagnosed with Intellectual Disability: 2 Residents with Mobility Need: 22 Residents with Physical Disability: 22 Residents Age 60 or Older: 65

Inspection Report — Mar 2, 2023

Follow-Up
Date: Mar 2, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection visit was conducted as a follow-up to verify that the submitted plan of correction was fully implemented following a prior incident.

Findings
The submitted plan of correction was determined to be fully implemented, including supervision plans for staff involved in abuse allegations, updated resident assessment and support plans, and staff education on resident dignity and respect.

Citations (4)
Failure to submit a plan of supervision for a staff person prior to return to work after an allegation of verbal abuse.
Resident #1 did not receive required assistance with activities of daily living as indicated in the resident’s assessment and support plan.
A resident was spoken to in a harsh and loud tone by a worker, lacking respect and dignity.
Resident #1's support plan was not revised to reflect changes in hearing ability and use of assistive devices.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 65 Secured Dementia Care Unit Residents Served: 17 Current Hospice Residents: 1 Residents Age 60 or Older: 64 Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 3 Residents Diagnosed with Intellectual Disability: 2 Residents with Mobility Need: 15 Residents with Physical Disability: 0

Inspection Report — Jan 12, 2023

Follow-Up
Date: Jan 12, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was a partial, unannounced follow-up visit triggered by an incident to verify the implementation of a previously submitted plan of correction.

Findings
The facility was found to have fully implemented the plan of correction related to a privacy violation involving a staff member posting protected health information on social media. The violation was self-reported and addressed with staff education and policy reinforcement.

Citations (1)
A staff member posted a video on a personal social media account containing a resident's last name and cause of death, violating HIPAA privacy rules.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 70 Residents Served in Memory Unit: 17 Total Daily Staff: 87 Waking Staff: 65

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
PCAInvolved in staff education regarding social media and privacy rights
DirectorInvolved in staff education regarding social media and privacy rights
Director of NursingInvolved in staff education regarding social media and privacy rights
Director of Healthcare ServicesInvolved in staff education regarding social media and privacy rights
Employee Development EducatorResponsible for education of new staff on social media and privacy
Compliance CoordinatorResponsible for ongoing compliance education and policy review
Recreation Dept. DirectorReviewed policies with staff and discussed social media violation

Inspection Report — Nov 28, 2022

Follow-Up
Date: Nov 28, 2022

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a follow-up to verify the implementation of a previously submitted plan of correction related to an incident and other compliance issues at Dunwoody Village.

Findings
The submitted plan of correction was determined to be fully implemented. Deficiencies included failure to report an incident timely, verbal abuse by staff, lack of sensitivity training for staff, and improper medication administration training. Corrective actions and staff education were completed as required.

Citations (4)
Failure to report an incident of a resident found unresponsive to the Department within 24 hours.
Staff made an insulting statement to a resident, constituting verbal abuse.
Staff training plan did not include sensitivity training when caring for older adults.
Certified nursing assistants were administering lotions and creams without Department-approved medication administration training.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 72 Secured Dementia Care Unit Residents Served: 17 Hospice Current Residents: 3 Total Daily Staff: 89 Waking Staff: 67

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Norm VetterPersonal Care AdministratorNamed in relation to providing training and corrective actions for incident reporting and staff education.
Diane HostStaff EducatorNamed in relation to providing education about verbal abuse and dignity in resident care.

Inspection Report — Oct 3, 2022

Follow-Up
Date: Oct 3, 2022

Visit Reason
The inspection visit was an unannounced partial inspection conducted due to an incident at the facility, with a follow-up on the plan of correction submission.

Findings
The report details multiple violations related to resident abuse, supervision, treatment of residents, and administrator duties. Plans of correction were submitted and accepted, with education and supervision measures implemented to address the deficiencies.

Citations (6)
Failure to immediately report suspected abuse of a resident and comply with reporting requirements.
Failure to develop or suspend a plan of supervision for staff involved in an alleged abuse incident.
Failure to submit a plan of supervision or suspension notice for the affected staff person to the Department.
Resident was not treated with dignity and respect; staff failed to properly assist resident to the bathroom, resulting in risk of fall and verbal abuse.
Staff person admitted to not knowing that the Act 70 form needed to be sent to Adult Protective Services; staff person A remained on schedule during investigation.
Resident's record did not include the reportable incident involving resident 1 and staff person A.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 74 Secured Dementia Care Unit Residents Served: 17 Current Hospice Residents: 3 Residents Age 60 or Older: 73 Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 3 Residents Diagnosed with Intellectual Disability: 2 Residents with Mobility Need: 18 Residents with Physical Disability: 0 Total Daily Staff: 92 Waking Staff: 69

Inspection Report — Sep 27, 2022

Renewal
Date: Sep 27, 2022

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a renewal inspection of the facility's license to ensure continued compliance with applicable regulations.

Findings
The inspection found several deficiencies related to fire safety system inspections, emergency telephone postings, medication storage, medical evaluations, and record keeping. All deficiencies had plans of correction submitted and were determined to be fully implemented by the follow-up date.

Citations (5)
The ANSUL fire extinguisher/suppression system in kitchen area of Cedars East and Cedars West had not been inspected by a qualified person since 7/2020.
No emergency telephone numbers including nearest hospital and fire department were posted by the telephone in the Cedars West dining area.
A bottle of medication was found unlocked, unattended, and accessible in a resident's bedroom.
Resident #1's medical evaluation was not completed within 60 days prior to admission to the secured dementia care unit.
Correction fluid was used on resident #2's document of medical evaluation.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 74 Secured Dementia Care Unit Residents Served: 17 Hospice Residents: 1 Residents 60 Years or Older: 74 Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 2 Residents Diagnosed with Intellectual Disability: 2 Residents with Mobility Need: 18 Residents with Physical Disability: 0 Total Daily Staff: 92 Waking Staff: 69

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Personal Care AdministratorNamed in relation to findings and corrective actions for medication storage, fire system inspection, and medical evaluation compliance
SMCU Nurse ManagerInvolved in ensuring medical evaluations are completed prior to resident move-in
Social WorkerInvolved in ensuring medical evaluations are completed prior to resident move-in

Inspection Report — Jul 13, 2022

Date: Jul 13, 2022

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced partial inspection conducted due to an incident.

Findings
The submitted plan of correction was fully implemented and accepted. The report details procedural errors in medical evaluation and support plan documentation that were corrected with education and audits to ensure compliance.

Citations (2)
Resident 1's medical evaluation did not include weight, pulse rate, blood pressure, and temperature; procedural errors were corrected with education and audits.
The resident's support plan did not list psychological diagnoses; audits and education were implemented to ensure completeness.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 79 Secured Dementia Care Unit Residents Served: 20 Current Hospice Residents: 1 Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 30 Residents Diagnosed with Intellectual Disability: 1 Residents Age 60 or Older: 78 Residents with Mobility Need: 20 Residents with Physical Disability: 0 Total Daily Staff: 99 Waking Staff: 74

Notice — Sep 14, 2021

Date: Sep 14, 2021

Visit Reason
This document serves as a renewal notification and license issuance for Dunwoody Village Personal Care Home, confirming receipt of the renewal application and advising of the requirement for an annual onsite inspection within the next twelve months.

Findings
No inspection findings are reported in this document; it is an administrative notice confirming license renewal and outlining future inspection requirements.

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Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Norman VetterPersonal Care AdministratorNamed as legal entity representative on the renewal application.
Jamie L. BuchenauerDeputy Secretary, Office of Long-term LivingSigned the renewal notification letter.

Inspection Report — Aug 30, 2021

Renewal
Date: Aug 30, 2021

Visit Reason
The inspection was a renewal visit conducted on 08/30/2021 and 08/31/2021 to review compliance with licensing requirements for Dunwoody Village, a personal care home.

Findings
The inspection found multiple deficiencies including missing fee schedules in resident contracts, an expired elevator certificate, improper refrigerator and freezer temperatures, lack of emergency procedures for inoperable smoke detectors, medication storage issues, and incomplete recording of glucometer readings. Plans of correction were accepted and documented for all deficiencies.

Citations (6)
Resident-home contracts did not include a fee schedule of actual amounts charged for available services for six residents.
Elevator #8 did not have a current certificate of operation; the posted certificate expired on 09/30/18.
Freezer temperature was 22°F and refrigerator temperature was 52°F at 10:35 am on 08/31/21, exceeding allowable limits.
Home's emergency procedures did not indicate what procedures will be implemented when a smoke detector or fire alarm is inoperable.
Half of a white loose pill was found inside the medication cart drawer in the Cedar West Unit on 08/31/21.
Multiple glucometer readings were not recorded on residents' medication administration records (MARs).
Report Facts
Residents Served: 68 Memory Care Residents Served: 15 Hospice Residents: 4 Residents with Mental Illness: 3 Residents with Intellectual Disability: 2 Residents with Mobility Need: 16 Residents 60 Years or Older: 67

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Mia JohnsonPerson making recommendations and lead reviewer for document submissions
Evelyn PerezLead InspectorConducted on-site inspection on 08/30/2021 and 08/31/2021
Norman VettlerAdministratorFacility administrator addressed in the report
Adrianne StevensAdministratorFacility administrator listed in licensing inspection summary
Wayne Zielke Jr.Refrigeration repair service technician who repaired freezer and refrigerator units
Assistant Facilities DirectorResponsible for elevator operation and inspections, and alarm operations
Dining Services DirectorResponsible for refrigerator and freezer operations and monitoring
Unit NursesResponsible for checking medication carts and glucometer readings
Unit Director of NursingResponsible for monthly medication cart checks and glucometer reading audits
Personal Care Nursing DirectorResponsible for overseeing medication storage and glucometer reading accuracy

Notice — Oct 30, 2020

Date: Oct 30, 2020

Visit Reason
This document serves as a renewal notification and license issuance for Dunwoody Village Personal Care Home. It informs the facility that an annual onsite inspection will be conducted within the next twelve months as required by regulation.

Findings
No inspection findings are reported in this document. It confirms the issuance of a regular license following the renewal application.

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Inspection Report — Feb 19, 2020

Renewal
Date: Feb 19, 2020

Visit Reason
The inspection was a renewal visit conducted to review compliance with licensing regulations at Dunwoody Village.

Findings
The facility had multiple violations including missing emergency telephone numbers, inoperable lighting at bedside, improper food storage, unlabeled medications, incomplete medication records, and failure to follow prescriber's orders. All cited deficiencies had plans of correction that were approved and implemented.

Citations (7)
2600.91 Emergency Telephone Numbers - Telephone numbers for the nearest hospital, police, fire department, ambulance, poison control, local emergency management and personal care home complaint hotline were not posted on or by telephones in rooms #12, #162, and #167.
2600.101j Lighting/Operable Lamp - Room #162 did not have access to a source of light that can be turned on or off at bedside.
2600.103g Storing Food - On 2/19/20, a Kozy Shack pudding was opened and unsealed in the Wellness Room located in the memory care unit.
2600.184a Labeling OTC/CAM - The pharmacy label for resident #1's Estradiol 0.1% did not include the resident's name, medication name, prescription date, dosage and instructions, or prescriber name and title.
2600.184b Resident's Meds Labeled - On 2/19/20, a package of Tylenol Extra Strength for resident #2 and an unlabeled 8 ounce can of "Thick It" were found unlabeled in the memory care kitchenette.
2600.187a Medication Record - Resident #3's February 2020 medication administration record did not indicate the name and initials of the staff person administering medication on 2-11-20 and 2-13-20.
2600.187d Follow Prescriber's Orders - Resident #3 was prescribed Potassium Chloride ER tablet but was not administered the medication on 2-11-20 and 2-13-20 at 2:00 pm.
Report Facts
Residents Served: 66 Memory Care Residents Served: 16 Current Hospice Residents: 3 Residents Age 60 or Older: 68 Residents Diagnosed with Mental Illness: 2 Residents with Mobility Need: 17

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Adrianne StevensPersonal Care AdministratorNamed in multiple plans of correction and signature on violation reports
Brandon JollyDirector of Health ServicesAddressee of the report

Inspection Report — Jan 28, 2020

Routine
Date: Jan 28, 2020

Visit Reason
The Department’s Bureau of Human Services Licensing Representatives conducted an inspection of Dunwoody Village to assess compliance with 55 Pa. Code Ch. 2600 relating to Personal Care Homes.

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

Notice — Sep 11, 2019

Date: Sep 11, 2019

Visit Reason
The document serves as a renewal notification for Dunwoody Village's Personal Care Home license pursuant to Title 55, PA Code, Chapter 2600.

Findings
No inspection findings are reported in this document. It confirms the issuance of a regular license following the renewal application.

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Inspection Report — Mar 13, 2019

Annual Inspection
Date: Mar 13, 2019

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as part of the Department of Human Services Licensing annual inspection for Dunwoody Village, Inc., relating to Personal Care Homes compliance with 55 Pa. Code Ch. 2600.

Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with the applicable regulations during the annual inspection conducted on March 13 and 14, 2019.

Inspection Report — Sep 5, 2018

Renewal
Date: Sep 5, 2018

Visit Reason
The document is a renewal application and license issuance for Dunwoody Village Personal Care Home. The Department of Human Services will conduct an onsite inspection within the next twelve months as required by law.

Findings
No inspection findings are reported in this document. It serves as a license renewal notification and states that an inspection will be conducted within the next year.

Inspection Report — Feb 9, 2018

Routine
Date: Feb 9, 2018

Visit Reason
The Department's Bureau of Human Services Licensing representatives conducted an inspection of Dunwoody Village Personal Care Home on February 9, 2018.

Findings
No regulatory violations with 55 Pa. Code Ch. 2600 relating to Personal Care Homes were identified as a result of this inspection.

Inspection Report — Nov 20, 2017

Renewal
Date: Nov 20, 2017

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as part of the annual licensing renewal for Dunwoody Village Personal Care Home on November 20 and 21, 2017.

Findings
Violations related to proper recording of residents' blood sugar levels were found and specified in the enclosed License Inspection Summary. A plan of correction was submitted to address these documentation issues.

Citations (1)
Regulation 55 Pa.Code §2600.187(b) requires recording blood sugar information at the time medication is administered. Resident #1's blood sugar readings were inaccurately recorded in the MAR on two occasions.
Report Facts
Number of Residents Served: 77 Number of Residents Served in Secured Dementia Care Unit: 19 Number of Current Hospice Residents: 7 Number of Hospice Residents in past year: 16 Number of Residents 60 Years of Age or Older: 77 Number of Residents with Mental Illness: 3 Number of Residents with Mobility Need: 20

Notice — Sep 8, 2017

Date: Sep 8, 2017

Visit Reason
This document serves as a renewal notification and license issuance for Dunwoody Village Personal Care Home pursuant to Title 55, PA Code, Chapter 2600. It informs the facility of the requirement for an annual onsite inspection within the next twelve months.

Findings
No inspection findings are reported in this document. It is a licensing and renewal communication confirming the facility's compliance and license issuance.

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Inspection Report — Oct 12, 2016

Renewal
Date: Oct 12, 2016

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as part of the annual licensing renewal and complaint investigation for Dunwoody Village Personal Care Home on October 12 and 13, 2016.

Complaint Details
The inspection included a complaint investigation as indicated by the reason for inspection listing 'Renewal, Complaint'.
Findings
Multiple violations of 55 Pa.Code Chapter 2600 were found, including unsigned resident contracts, missing resident acknowledgments, discontinued medications still listed on medication records, unavailable PRN medications, lack of resident education on medication refusal rights, missing documentation for secured dementia care unit admissions, and missing posted directions for the home's locking mechanism.

Citations (7)
55 Pa.Code §2600.25(b) - Contracts for residents #1, #2, and #3 were not signed by the residents.
55 Pa.Code §2600.41(e) - Records for residents #1, #2, and #3 lacked signed statements acknowledging receipt of resident rights and complaint procedures.
55 Pa.Code §2600.183(d) - Resident #4's discontinued medications were still listed on the medication administration record on 10/13/16.
55 Pa.Code §2600.185(a) - The home lacked PRN medications for residents #3, #4, and #5 on the medication cart.
55 Pa.Code §2600.191 - Residents #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 had not been educated on their right to refuse medication.
55 Pa.Code §2600.231(e) - Residents #1 and #2 lacked documentation that they or their designated persons had not objected to admission to the secured dementia care unit.
55 Pa.Code §2600.233(c) - Directions for operating the home's locking mechanism were not conspicuously posted near the secured dementia care unit's courtyard gate.
Report Facts
Number of Residents Served: 74 Number of Residents Served in Secured Dementia Care Unit: 19 Number of Current Hospice Residents: 6 Number of Hospice Residents in past year: 18

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Mary McGoldrickAdministratorNamed as administrator and legal entity representative in relation to findings and plan of correction.

Notice — Sep 7, 2016

Date: Sep 7, 2016

Visit Reason
This document serves as a renewal notice and certificate of compliance for Dunwoody Village, a Personal Care Home, confirming the renewal application received and the issuance of a regular license. It also informs the facility of the requirement for an annual onsite inspection within the next twelve months.

Findings
No inspection findings are reported in this document. It is an administrative renewal notice and certificate of compliance.

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