Inspection Reports for Hearthstone Communities – Sterling Heights I
36688 Briarcliff Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48312 , MI, 48312
Back to Facility ProfileDeficiencies (last 3 years)
Deficiencies (over 3 years)
0.3 deficiencies/year
Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.
94% better than Michigan average
Michigan average: 5.2 deficiencies/yearDeficiencies per year
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Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Capacity: 6
Deficiencies: 1
Jan 22, 2024
Visit Reason
The investigation was initiated due to a complaint alleging that there were no English-speaking staff in the home and concerns that staff were labeled as volunteers.
Findings
The investigation found that a staff member, Mr. Pernia, spoke very limited English and was often working alone during night shifts, unable to communicate emergency procedures. However, residents reported no issues with care or communication overall, and the facility was clean and properly caring for residents. The violation of direct care staff qualifications was established.
Complaint Details
Complaint received on 01/16/2024 alleging no English-speaking staff in the home and concerns that staff were labeled as volunteers. Violation was established based on investigation findings.
Deficiencies (1)
| Description |
|---|
| Direct care staff member spoke very limited English and was unable to communicate emergency procedures while working alone during night shifts. |
Report Facts
Capacity: 6
Dates worked alone: 15
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Vanessa Lopez | Staff | Interviewed during onsite investigation; translated for Mr. Pernia |
| Jairo Pernia | Staff | Spoke limited English; worked alone during night shifts; unable to communicate emergency procedures |
| Angelyth Marino | Administrator | Interviewed during onsite investigation and via phone; stated Mr. Pernia is never left alone except at night and she is available by phone in emergencies |
| Leonardo Marino-Ochoa | Licensee Designee | Informed of findings during exit conference |
| Eric Johnson | Licensing Consultant | Conducted investigation and authored report |
Inspection Report
Original Licensing
Capacity: 6
Deficiencies: 0
Aug 15, 2017
Visit Reason
The visit was conducted as an addendum to the original licensing study report due to a change of ownership of the facility.
Findings
The facility was sold to Leonardo Marino-Ochoa, who is now the licensee designee and administrator. The change of ownership is recommended for approval with no change to the license.
Report Facts
Facility capacity: 6
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Leonardo Marino-Ochoa | Licensee designee and administrator | Named as new licensee designee and administrator following change of ownership |
| Olga Ganza | President and sole board member | Named as president and sole board member of the corporation that sold the facility |
Inspection Report
Original Licensing
Capacity: 6
Deficiencies: 0
Jun 9, 2015
Visit Reason
The visit was conducted as an original licensing study to determine compliance with applicable licensing statutes and administrative rules for Hearthstone Communities.
Findings
The facility was found to be in substantial compliance with licensing requirements, including adequate physical space, safety features, and qualified staff. A temporary license with a maximum capacity of 6 residents was recommended and issued.
Report Facts
Capacity: 6
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Olga Ganza | Licensee Designee | Appointed as licensee designee and acknowledged understanding of administrative rules and responsibilities |
| Brie Laguna Bowen | Administrator | Appointed as administrator of the facility and verified qualifications |
| Roeiah Epps | Licensing Consultant | Conducted the licensing study and recommended issuance of temporary license |
| Denise Y. Nunn | Area Manager | Approved the licensing study report |
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