Inspection Reports for High Point Residence Germantown South

W150 N11127 Fond Du Lac Ave, Germantown, WI, 53022

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Deficiencies (last 2 years)

Deficiencies (over 2 years) 11.5 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.

150% worse than Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average: 4.6 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies per year

12 9 6 3 0
2024
2025

Census

Latest occupancy rate 45 residents

Based on a August 2025 inspection.

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

Census over time

30 35 40 45 50 Mar 2024 May 2024 Jul 2024 Oct 2024 Mar 2025 Aug 2025
Inspection Report Follow-Up Census: 45 Deficiencies: 0 Aug 28, 2025
Visit Reason
Surveyor conducted a verification visit at High Point Residence Germantown South, a Community-Based Residential Facility (CBRF) in Germantown, WI.
Findings
No deficiencies were identified during the verification visit. A $200 revisit fee is being assessed under statutory provisions.
Report Facts
Revisit fee: 200
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 1 Mar 27, 2025
Visit Reason
A verification visit and complaint investigation were conducted on March 27, 2025, at High Point Residence Germantown South to determine if the facility was in substantial compliance with Wisconsin statutes and administrative codes governing community-based residential facilities.
Findings
The Department issued Statement of Deficiency #846E12 for violations of Wis. Stat. ch. 50 and Wis. Admin. Code ch. DHS 83. The licensee was ordered to comply with requirements immediately, implement corrective measures, provide training to staff, and notify legal representatives and case managers of affected residents. A total forfeiture of $1,500 was imposed for specific violations.
Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related and included a verification visit to determine compliance with applicable statutes and codes. The Department concluded the investigation and issued deficiencies and enforcement actions accordingly.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Violations of Wis. Stat. ch. 50 or Wis. Admin. Code ch. DHS 83 as identified in Statement of Deficiency #846E12
Report Facts
Forfeiture amount: 1500 Reduced forfeiture amount: 975 Forfeiture breakdown: 600 Forfeiture breakdown: 400 Forfeiture breakdown: 500 Compliance timeframe: 45 Notification timeframe: 7 Extension request timeframe: 10 Revisit inspection fee: 200 Revisit fee payment timeframe: 10
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kenneth BrotheridgeAssisted Living DirectorSigned the Notice and Order letter
Vicky WittmanAssisted Living Regional DirectorContact person for questions about the letter
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 40 Deficiencies: 5 Mar 24, 2025
Visit Reason
Surveyors conducted a verification visit and an investigation of four complaints at High Point Residence Germantown South, triggered by complaints received by the department.
Findings
Five deficiencies were identified, including failure to submit timely self-reports after law enforcement involvement, incomplete individualized service plans lacking required components and signatures, inadequate resident record documentation of significant incidents, and inadequate care evidenced by long wait times for resident assistance.
Complaint Details
The investigation was triggered by four complaints received by the department, two of which were substantiated. Complaints included police presence incidents and concerns about resident care and service plan updates.
Deficiencies (5)
Description
Failure to submit 4 self-reports to the department within 3 working days after law enforcement personnel were called to the facility.
Individualized service plans (ISPs) for 3 of 10 residents did not include all required components such as desired outcomes, measurable goals, methods for delivering care, frequency, and responsible persons.
ISPs were not updated annually or upon changes, and were not signed by residents or their legal representatives for multiple residents.
Resident records lacked documentation of significant incidents and illnesses, including dates, times, and circumstances, exemplified by missing fall documentation for Resident 9.
Inadequate and inappropriate care within facility capacity demonstrated by long wait times for assistance with pendant calls for Residents 1, 9, and 13.
Report Facts
Deficiencies identified: 5 Repeat deficiencies: 2 Self-reports not submitted: 4 Residents with incomplete ISPs: 3 Residents with unsigned ISPs: 7 Residents reviewed for care adequacy: 3 Census: 40 Wait times over 30 minutes: 17 Revisit fee: 200
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Administrator CAdministratorInterviewed regarding law enforcement reporting, ISP completion, and pendant response times.
Executive Director DDExecutive DirectorInterviewed regarding ISP completion, resident care, and pendant response times.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Oct 8, 2024
Visit Reason
A complaint investigation and self-report review were conducted to determine if High Point Residence Germantown South was in substantial compliance with Wisconsin statutes and administrative codes governing community-based residential facilities.
Findings
The Department issued a Statement of Deficiency (SOD #846E11) identifying violations of Wis. Stat. ch. 50 and Wis. Admin. Code ch. DHS 83. The licensee was ordered to comply immediately with requirements to protect residents' health, safety, and welfare, including consultation with a registered nurse to develop corrective measures and staff training.
Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related, involving a complaint investigation and self-report review concluded on October 8, 2024. The Department found violations leading to enforcement actions including a Statement of Deficiency and imposed forfeiture.
Report Facts
Forfeiture amount: 6180 Reduced forfeiture amount: 4017 Forfeiture by tag: 600 Forfeiture by tag: 500 Forfeiture by tag: 1020 Forfeiture by tag: 600 Forfeiture by tag: 500 Forfeiture by tag: 400 Forfeiture by tag: 660 Forfeiture by tag: 600 Forfeiture by tag: 1300
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kenneth BrotheridgeAssisted Living DirectorSigned the notice letter
Vicky WittmanAssisted Living Regional DirectorContact person for questions about the letter
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 42 Deficiencies: 12 Oct 8, 2024
Visit Reason
Surveyors conducted multiple onsite visits between 08/07/2024 and 10/08/2024 to investigate three complaints and a self-report regarding care and safety concerns at the facility.
Findings
Three complaints were substantiated with eleven deficiencies identified, including failure to investigate injuries of unknown origin, inadequate supervision and medication management, failure to update individual service plans, insufficient behavior management, lack of timely showers, long call light response times, and inadequate documentation of medication administration.
Complaint Details
Three complaints were investigated between 08/07/2024 and 10/08/2024, all substantiated. Complaints included failure to investigate injuries, medication errors, inadequate supervision, behavior management issues, and delayed response to call lights.
Deficiencies (12)
Description
Failure to investigate injuries of unknown source for Resident 1 and Resident 5.
Administrator did not supervise daily operations to ensure proper care and treatment, including medication management and resident assistance.
Residents did not receive all prescribed medications in the correct dosage and intervals; medication orders were not maintained.
Individual service plans were not updated based on assessments to address fall risk, aspiration risk, or behavior management needs.
Staff did not have continual access to residents' individual service plans and care needs.
Provider did not maintain current written staffing schedules including full names and actual times worked.
Written practitioner orders were not maintained for all prescribed and over-the-counter medications administered to residents.
Staff did not accurately document medication administration times; discrepancies existed between scheduled times and medication packaging.
Medication administration was not appropriate to residents' needs; medications were crushed without orders and medications were left with residents without supervision.
Provider did not provide adequate behavior management services to meet Resident 5's needs for behaviors harmful to self or others.
Residents did not receive showers twice weekly as identified in individual service plans; shower refusals were not documented.
Call light response times were excessively long due to staffing shortages and inadequate call light system; documentation of response times was not provided.
Report Facts
Deficiencies identified: 11 Census: 42 Medication doses not administered: 76 Medication doses not administered: 17 Medication doses not administered: 13 Medication doses not administered: 13 Medication doses not administered: 10 Medication doses not administered: 13 Medication administration times missing: 23 Call light wait time: 57 Call light wait time: 30
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Administrator CAdministratorNamed in multiple findings including failure to investigate injuries, supervise daily operations, and update ISPs.
Executive Director AExecutive DirectorNamed in findings related to supervision, medication management, and call light system.
Pharmacy Client Relations JPharmacy Client RelationsProvided medication orders and information about pharmacy communication.
Nurse Practitioner IPsychiatric Nurse PractitionerInvolved in medication management and behavior management for Resident 5.
Caregiver BCaregiverObserved administering medications and involved in medication documentation concerns.
Caregiver ECaregiverInterviewed regarding medication administration and call light system.
Caregiver FCaregiverInterviewed regarding access to ISPs and staffing.
Caregiver BBCaregiverInterviewed regarding behavior management concerns for Resident 5.
Caregiver CCCaregiverInterviewed regarding behavior management concerns for Resident 5.
Caregiver DCaregiverObserved administering medications and crushing medications without orders.
Caregiver OCaregiverObserved and interviewed regarding shower assistance and behavior management.
Caregiver PCaregiverInvolved in Resident 3 fall incident and notification to hospice.
Caregiver QCaregiverInvolved in Resident 3 fall incident and supervision.
Caregiver WCaregiverObserved Resident 5 on floor and behavior management.
Nurse RRegistered Nurse Care ManagerProvided hospice visit note regarding Resident 3 fall.
Nurse GRegistered NurseProvided hospice visit note regarding Resident 3 fall.
Maintenance UMaintenanceInterviewed regarding call light system and pager availability.
Surveyor HallSurveyorConducted inspection and interviews.
Surveyor CadiramenSurveyorConducted inspection and interviews.
Inspection Report Follow-Up Census: 42 Deficiencies: 0 Jul 1, 2024
Visit Reason
Surveyor conducted a verification visit to Ellens Home South to verify correction of previous deficiencies.
Findings
Previous deficiencies were corrected and no new deficiencies were identified. A standard license was issued.
Report Facts
Revisit fee: 200
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 38 Deficiencies: 0 May 7, 2024
Visit Reason
Surveyor conducted a complaint investigation at Ellens Home South following a complaint received.
Findings
The complaint was unsubstantiated and no deficiencies were identified during the investigation.
Complaint Details
Complaint was unsubstantiated and no deficiencies were identified.
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Deficiencies: 0 Mar 14, 2024
Visit Reason
A probationary survey and complaint investigation was conducted to determine if Ellens Home South was in substantial compliance with Wisconsin Statutes and Administrative Code requirements for community-based residential facilities.
Findings
The Department issued a Statement of Deficiency (SOD #OPUV11) for violations of Wis. Stat. ch. 50 and Wis. Admin. Code ch. DHS 83, establishing grounds for enforcement action and requiring the licensee to comply with all applicable standards.
Complaint Details
The visit was a probationary survey and complaint investigation concluded on March 14, 2024, to assess compliance with regulatory requirements. The Department issued a Statement of Deficiency (SOD #OPUV11) for violations found.
Report Facts
Inspection fee: 200 Compliance timeframe: 45 Appeal timeframe: 10 Posting duration: 90
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kenneth BrotheridgeAssisted Living DirectorSigned the Notice and Order letter
Vicky WittmanAssisted Living Regional DirectorContact person for questions about the letter
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 40 Deficiencies: 5 Mar 8, 2024
Visit Reason
Surveyor conducted a probationary survey and two complaint investigations at Ellens Home South, triggered by complaints alleging concerns with employee training, refund delays, and rodent activity.
Findings
Five deficiencies were identified including failure to ensure employee orientation and training, delayed refund to a discharged resident, ongoing rodent activity without mitigation, and incomplete medication administration documentation.
Complaint Details
Two complaints were substantiated: one regarding employee training deficiencies and another regarding delayed refund to a discharged resident and rodent activity within the facility.
Deficiencies (5)
Description
Provider did not ensure 3 of 3 employees obtained required orientation training including prevention and reporting of resident abuse, emergency and disaster plans, and CBRF policies.
Provider did not ensure 2 of 2 employees completed all required employee training including client group and challenging behaviors training.
Provider did not return all refunds due to Resident 1 within 30 days after discharge.
Provider did not safeguard residents from environmental hazards due to ongoing high rodent activity and failure to mitigate risks including replacing attic insulation.
Provider did not ensure accurate documentation of medication administration for Resident 2; sliding scale insulin dosage was not documented across 66 days.
Report Facts
Deficiencies identified: 5 Census: 40 Missing medication documentation days: 66 Missing medication documentation entries: 198
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Caregiver ECaregiverNamed in deficiency for missing orientation and training documentation
Caregiver FCaregiverNamed in deficiency for missing orientation and training documentation
Caregiver GCaregiverNamed in deficiency for missing orientation documentation
Area Director BInterviewed regarding training records, refund process, and rodent activity
Executive Director CInterviewed regarding training records, refund process, and rodent activity
Administrator BInterviewed regarding refund and rodent activity concerns
Director of Operations DDirector of OperationsInterviewed regarding refund and rodent activity concerns

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