Inspection Reports for Oak Hill Terrace Senior Living

1805 Kensington Dr, Waukesha, WI 53188, United States, WI, 53188

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Deficiencies (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/year

Deficiencies per year

4 3 2 1 0
2023
2024
2025

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

80 100 120 140 Mar 2023 Sep 2023 Jan 2024 Nov 2024 Jul 2025
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
NameTitleContext
Kenneth BrotheridgeAssisted Living DirectorSigned the notice letter
Hillary HolmanAssisted Living Regional DirectorContact 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
NameTitleContext
Administrator AAdministratorInterviewed and acknowledged awareness of the failure to audit proof-of-use records daily.
Health Services Director/Registered Nurse BHealth Services Director/Registered NurseProvided annual medication audit and policy documents; interviewed regarding audit failures.
Charge Nurse CCharge NurseObserved 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
NameTitleContext
Caregiver GCaregiverOn 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 HLead CaregiverResponded to Caregiver G's call for assistance; repositioned Resident 1; called 911 and on-call nurse; did not provide report to EMTs.
RN BHealth Services Director/Registered NurseReceived call from Lead Caregiver H reporting burn; did not document phone conversation; stated Lead Caregiver H should have met EMTs.
Maintenance Director DMaintenance DirectorChecked 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 CResident Care CoordinatorProvided information about Resident 1's care needs and room; confirmed memory care unit staffing and routines.
EMT MEmergency Medical TechnicianResponded to incident; observed Resident 1's burns and condition; reported no staff present to provide report; requested advanced life support ambulance.
Administrator AAdministratorSent 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
NameTitleContext
Kenneth BrotheridgeAssisted Living DirectorSigned the notice letter
Hillary HolmanAssisted Living Regional DirectorContact 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
NameTitleContext
Executive Director AExecutive DirectorInterviewed regarding odor and window issues
Health Services Director BHealth Services DirectorInterviewed regarding odor and window issues
Resident Service Coordinator CResident Service CoordinatorInterviewed 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
NameTitleContext
Kenneth BrotheridgeAssisted Living DirectorSigned the notice letter as Bureau of Assisted Living, Division of Quality Assurance.
Hillary HolmanAssisted Living Regional DirectorContact 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
NameTitleContext
A. EDExecutive DirectorInterviewed regarding the camera policy and removal in Resident 1's room.
B. POAPower of AttorneyResident 1's Power of Attorney who placed the video camera in the resident's room with staff approval.
C. RCCResident Care CoordinatorWalked with the surveyor to Resident 1's room and demonstrated the camera device.
G. CaregiverCaregiverInterviewed about the presence of a camera in Resident 1's room.
E. CaregiverCaregiverInterviewed about the camera device and its function in Resident 1's room.
F. CaregiverCaregiverInterviewed about the camera device and its function in Resident 1's room.
I. FMFamily MemberResident 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
NameTitleContext
Kenneth BrotheridgeAssisted Living DirectorSigned the Notice and Order letter
Hillary HolmanAssisted Living Regional DirectorContact 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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