Inspection Reports for Oak Hill Terrace Senior Living
1805 Kensington Dr, Waukesha, WI 53188, United States, WI, 53188
Back to Facility ProfileDeficiencies (last 3 years)
Deficiencies (over 3 years)
2.3 deficiencies/year
Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.
50% better than Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average: 4.6 deficiencies/yearDeficiencies per year
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Census
Latest occupancy rate
122 residents
Based on a July 2025 inspection.
This facility has shown a steady increase in demand based on occupancy rates.
Census over time
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 122
Deficiencies: 0
Jul 22, 2025
Visit Reason
Surveyor conducted a self-report investigation at Oak Hill Terrace on 07/22/2025.
Findings
No deficiencies were identified during the investigation.
Complaint Details
Self-report investigation conducted; no deficiencies identified.
Report Facts
Census: 122
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0
Nov 27, 2024
Visit Reason
A standard survey and complaint investigation was conducted to determine if Oak Hill Terrace was in substantial compliance with Wisconsin statutes and administrative codes governing community-based residential facilities.
Findings
The Department issued a Statement of Deficiency (SOD #6LQT11) for violations of Wisconsin Statutes and Administrative Code chapters related to the operation of the facility, requiring the licensee to comply with all requirements to protect resident health, safety, and welfare.
Complaint Details
The visit was complaint-related and included a standard survey. The Department concluded the investigation on November 27, 2024, and issued a Statement of Deficiency.
Report Facts
Appeal timeframe: 10
Compliance timeframe: 45
Posting duration: 90
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Kenneth Brotheridge | Assisted Living Director | Signed the notice letter |
| Hillary Holman | Assisted Living Regional Director | Contact person for questions about the letter |
Inspection Report
Routine
Census: 123
Deficiencies: 1
Nov 26, 2024
Visit Reason
The Bureau of Assisted Living conducted a standard licensing survey and two complaint investigations at Oak Hill Terrace.
Findings
One citation of noncompliance was issued related to failure to ensure daily auditing, signing, and dating of proof-of-use records for schedule II drugs. Both complaints investigated were unsubstantiated.
Complaint Details
Two complaints were investigated and found to be unsubstantiated.
Deficiencies (1)
| Description |
|---|
| The provider did not ensure the administrator or designee audited, signed, and dated the proof-of-use records for schedule II drugs on a daily basis, as required. |
Report Facts
Days without documented daily audits: 43
Days without documented daily audits: 34
Census: 123
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Administrator A | Administrator | Interviewed and acknowledged awareness of the failure to audit proof-of-use records daily. |
| Health Services Director/Registered Nurse B | Health Services Director/Registered Nurse | Provided annual medication audit and policy documents; interviewed regarding audit failures. |
| Charge Nurse C | Charge Nurse | Observed medication storage and described medication audit procedures to Surveyor. |
Inspection Report
Follow-Up
Census: 107
Deficiencies: 0
Apr 18, 2024
Visit Reason
The Bureau of Assisted Living, Southern Regional Office conducted a verification visit of statement of deficiency (SOD) 3DLB11 at Oak Hill Terrace.
Findings
No citations of noncompliance were issued during the verification visit. The citation was corrected.
Report Facts
Revisit fee: 200
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 100
Deficiencies: 1
Jan 16, 2024
Visit Reason
The Bureau of Assisted Living conducted three complaint investigations at Oak Hill Terrace following complaints alleging Resident 1 sustained significant burns to lower extremities at the facility.
Findings
The provider failed to safeguard Resident 1 from an environmental hazard involving a wall heater near the resident's bed, resulting in significant third degree burns. Resident 1 was hospitalized, transferred to long-term acute care, then hospice, and died from complications related to the burns. Staffing and communication deficiencies were noted during the incident response.
Complaint Details
Three complaints were investigated; two were substantiated and one was unsubstantiated. The substantiated complaints involved Resident 1 sustaining significant burns to lower extremities due to proximity to a wall heater.
Deficiencies (1)
| Description |
|---|
| Failure to safeguard Resident 1 from an environmental hazard resulting in significant injury from burns caused by a wall heater near the resident's bed. |
Report Facts
Census: 100
Burn surface area: 4.5
Pain rating: 8
Pain rating: 7
Time of incident: 415
Ambulance arrival time: 456
Ambulance arrival time: 511
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Caregiver G | Caregiver | On duty alone during night shift when incident occurred; observed Resident 1 partially off bed near heater; called for assistance but received no response; assisted Resident 1 after burn was discovered. |
| Lead Caregiver H | Lead Caregiver | Responded to Caregiver G's call for assistance; repositioned Resident 1; called 911 and on-call nurse; did not provide report to EMTs. |
| RN B | Health Services Director/Registered Nurse | Received call from Lead Caregiver H reporting burn; did not document phone conversation; stated Lead Caregiver H should have met EMTs. |
| Maintenance Director D | Maintenance Director | Checked resident rooms after incident to ensure beds were not near heaters; confirmed policy requiring beds to be at least 18 inches from heaters. |
| Resident Care Coordinator C | Resident Care Coordinator | Provided information about Resident 1's care needs and room; confirmed memory care unit staffing and routines. |
| EMT M | Emergency Medical Technician | Responded to incident; observed Resident 1's burns and condition; reported no staff present to provide report; requested advanced life support ambulance. |
| Administrator A | Administrator | Sent self-report to department; provided documentation and information about incident and facility response. |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 1
Jan 16, 2024
Visit Reason
A complaint investigation was conducted to determine if Oak Hill Terrace was in substantial compliance with Wisconsin statutes and administrative codes governing community-based residential facilities.
Findings
The Department found violations of Wis. Stat. ch. 50 and Wis. Admin. Code ch. DHS 83, resulting in a Statement of Deficiency (SOD #3DLB11), issuance of special orders, and a forfeiture of $1000 for noncompliance.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation concluded that the facility was not in substantial compliance with applicable statutes and codes, leading to enforcement actions including a Statement of Deficiency and imposed forfeiture.
Deficiencies (1)
| Description |
|---|
| Environmental deficiency identified in Statement of Deficiency 3DLB11 requiring corrective actions and staff training. |
Report Facts
Forfeiture amount: 1000
Reduced forfeiture amount: 650
Compliance timeframe: 45
Payment timeframe: 10
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Kenneth Brotheridge | Assisted Living Director | Signed the notice letter |
| Hillary Holman | Assisted Living Regional Director | Contact person for questions about the letter |
Inspection Report
Follow-Up
Census: 93
Deficiencies: 0
Jan 11, 2024
Visit Reason
Surveyors conducted a verification visit at Oak Hill Terrace to verify correction of previous deficiencies.
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
Census: 93
Capacity: 128
Deficiencies: 3
Sep 13, 2023
Visit Reason
Surveyors conducted a complaint investigation at Oak Hill Terrace on 09/13/2023 following a complaint.
Findings
Three deficiencies were identified including failure to keep rooms clean and free from odors, presence of hazards such as improperly used electrical cords, and failure to ensure habitable rooms had operable windows. The complaint was substantiated.
Complaint Details
Complaint was substantiated.
Deficiencies (3)
| Description |
|---|
| Rooms clean and free from odors; facility had an odor of urine throughout the memory care unit. |
| Hazards; electrical cords improperly used and posing fire hazards in Resident 1's and Resident 2's room. |
| Total/openable window area; Resident 1's and Resident 2's windows could not be opened as required. |
Report Facts
Deficiencies identified: 3
Census: 93
Total licensed capacity: 128
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Executive Director A | Executive Director | Interviewed regarding odor and window issues |
| Health Services Director B | Health Services Director | Interviewed regarding odor and window issues |
| Resident Service Coordinator C | Resident Service Coordinator | Interviewed regarding odor and window issues |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0
Sep 13, 2023
Visit Reason
A complaint investigation was conducted on 09/13/2023 to determine if Oak Hill Terrace was in substantial compliance with Wisconsin statutes and administrative codes governing community-based residential facilities.
Findings
The Department issued a Statement of Deficiency (SOD #1EVS11) for violations of Wis. Stat. ch. 50 and Wis. Admin. Code ch. DHS 83, establishing grounds for regulatory action and requiring the licensee to comply with all requirements within 45 days.
Complaint Details
The visit was a complaint investigation concluded on 09/13/2023. The report does not state whether the complaint was substantiated or not.
Report Facts
Days to achieve compliance: 45
Appeal filing period: 10
Posting duration: 90
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Kenneth Brotheridge | Assisted Living Director | Signed the notice letter as Bureau of Assisted Living, Division of Quality Assurance. |
| Hillary Holman | Assisted Living Regional Director | Contact person for questions about the letter. |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 93
Deficiencies: 1
Aug 24, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation triggered by an allegation that a resident's personal video camera had been removed from his/her room.
Findings
One deficiency was identified related to the violation of a resident's right to self-determination. The provider did not ensure that Resident 1 was allowed to have a video camera in his/her room as they decided, which was substantiated by observations, record reviews, and interviews.
Complaint Details
Complaint was substantiated. The complaint alleged that a resident's personal video camera had been removed from his/her room without proper consent or allowance.
Deficiencies (1)
| Description |
|---|
| Provider did not ensure Resident 1's right to make decisions related to daily routines and other aspects of life, specifically not allowing a video camera in the resident's room as decided by the resident. |
Report Facts
Census: 93
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| A. ED | Executive Director | Interviewed regarding the camera policy and removal in Resident 1's room. |
| B. POA | Power of Attorney | Resident 1's Power of Attorney who placed the video camera in the resident's room with staff approval. |
| C. RCC | Resident Care Coordinator | Walked with the surveyor to Resident 1's room and demonstrated the camera device. |
| G. Caregiver | Caregiver | Interviewed about the presence of a camera in Resident 1's room. |
| E. Caregiver | Caregiver | Interviewed about the camera device and its function in Resident 1's room. |
| F. Caregiver | Caregiver | Interviewed about the camera device and its function in Resident 1's room. |
| I. FM | Family Member | Resident 1's family member who described the smart display device and supported having the camera back. |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0
Aug 24, 2023
Visit Reason
A complaint investigation was conducted to determine if Oak Hill Terrace was in substantial compliance with Wisconsin statutes and administrative codes governing community-based residential facilities.
Findings
The Department issued a Statement of Deficiency (SOD #LIQT11) for violations of Wis. Stat. ch. 50 and Wis. Admin. Code ch. DHS 83, requiring the licensee to comply with all applicable requirements to protect resident health, safety, and welfare.
Complaint Details
Complaint investigation concluded on 08/24/2023; violations substantiated as evidenced by issuance of Statement of Deficiency #LIQT11.
Report Facts
Compliance timeframe: 45
Inspection fee: 200
Posting duration: 90
Extension request timeframe: 10
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Kenneth Brotheridge | Assisted Living Director | Signed the Notice and Order letter |
| Hillary Holman | Assisted Living Regional Director | Contact person for questions about the letter |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 93
Deficiencies: 0
Mar 21, 2023
Visit Reason
Surveyor conducted a complaint investigation and verification visit at Oak Hill Terrace on 03/21/2023.
Findings
No deficiencies were identified during the visit. Six deficiencies from a prior Statement of Deficiency dated 01/17/2023 were corrected. The complaint was unsubstantiated.
Complaint Details
The complaint was unsubstantiated. A $200 revisit fee is being assessed under statutory provisions of Wis. Stat. ch. 50.
Report Facts
Revisit fee: 200
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