Inspection Reports for Straits Area Senior Living Community
255 S. Airport Rd., MI, 49781
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Deficiencies (over 2 years)
12.5 deficiencies/year
Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.
140% worse than Michigan average
Michigan average: 5.2 deficiencies/yearDeficiencies per year
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Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Capacity: 48
Deficiencies: 1
Oct 16, 2024
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted in response to a complaint alleging that Resident A did not receive timely medical attention for an untreated urinary tract infection (UTI).
Findings
The investigation found that Resident A exhibited increased behaviors and redness as early as 09/14/2024, but the facility delayed contacting the primary care physician until 10/14/2024 for a urinalysis test order. The facility provided over-the-counter ointment and repeatedly attempted to contact Resident A's relative without success. The delay in medical attention was determined to be a violation of regulations.
Complaint Details
Complaint received on 10/15/2024 alleging Resident A had an untreated UTI and did not receive timely medical attention. The violation was established based on interviews and documentation review.
Deficiencies (1)
| Description |
|---|
| Resident A did not receive timely medical attention for a urinary tract infection. |
Report Facts
Capacity: 48
Complaint Receipt Date: Oct 15, 2024
Investigation Initiation Date: Oct 16, 2024
Report Due Date: Dec 14, 2024
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Amanda Kruczynski | Authorized Representative | Interviewed regarding Resident A's medical attention and investigation details |
| Annabelle Cosibitt | Administrator | Provided correspondence and information about Resident A's condition and facility actions |
| Kimberly Horst | Licensing Staff | Conducted investigation and authored the report |
| Andrea L. Moore | Manager, Long-Term-Care State Licensing Section | Approved the investigation report |
Inspection Report
Renewal
Census: 4
Capacity: 48
Deficiencies: 10
Oct 24, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a renewal licensing study for Straits Area Senior Living Community to assess compliance with applicable regulations and determine eligibility for license renewal.
Findings
The facility was found to be in non-compliance with multiple rules including improper signing of admission agreements, incomplete admission contracts, outdated service plans, lack of tuberculosis screening, incomplete staff training and competency evaluations, medication administration errors, failure to post weekly menus, lack of meal census records, and improper food storage practices.
Deficiencies (10)
| Description |
|---|
| Admission agreement was signed by a relative instead of the competent resident, making it invalid. |
| Admission agreement did not specify the admission and discharge policy and resident rights and responsibilities. |
| Resident's service plan was not updated to reflect involvement with hospice. |
| Resident did not have tuberculosis screening within 12 months of admission. |
| Staff person 1 did not complete the required staff training program. |
| Facility administrator or designee did not evaluate staff person 1's competencies. |
| Medication was administered daily despite order specifying 'as needed' basis. |
| Weekly menu was not posted as required. |
| Facility did not maintain a meal census record. |
| Food items in kitchen were opened, unsealed, and not dated. |
Report Facts
Number of residents interviewed and/or observed: 4
Number of staff interviewed and/or observed: 4
Facility capacity: 48
Medication administration days: 21
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Neil Hinkson | Authorized Representative/Administrator | Named as facility administrator |
| Staff person 1 | Did not complete required staff training and competency evaluation |
Inspection Report
Original Licensing
Capacity: 48
Deficiencies: 14
Apr 11, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as part of the original licensing study for Straits Area Senior Living Community to determine compliance with applicable licensing statutes and administrative rules for a home for the aged facility.
Findings
The facility was found to be substantially compliant except for physical plant deficiencies including lack of a janitor closet on the resident floor and near the kitchen, no separate soiled linen room, and ventilation issues. A plan and timetable for correction were submitted, and a 6-month temporary license with a maximum capacity of 48 beds was recommended.
Deficiencies (14)
| Description |
|---|
| No janitor closet on the resident occupied floor |
| No janitor closet convenient to the kitchen |
| No separate soiled linen storage room |
| Food service establishment license not yet attained |
| Resident rights and responsibilities not posted |
| Menus and meal census records needed |
| Two cabinet doors missing in resident room and bathroom |
| Need evidence of sanitization in dishwasher and 3-part sink |
| Ice scoop stored inside ice bin instead of outside |
| Kitchen chemicals not stored away from food service area |
| Kitchen handwash lavatory sinks need wrist/foot/knee control |
| Exhaust vents not working or not continuously operated in hair salon and communal toilet rooms |
| Kitchen window drop panel not connected to fire system |
| Exhaust ventilation needed in janitor closets and soiled linen room |
Report Facts
Licensed capacity: 48
Residential units: 38
Double occupancy units: 10
Temporary license duration: 6
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Melissa Hinkson | Owner | Named in relation to submission of plans and corrections |
| Neil Hinkson | Authorized Representative | Named in relation to communication about findings and compliance |
| Ryan Byrne | Bureau of Fire Services Inspector | Named in relation to fire safety inspection and approval |
| Kasra Zarbinian | Health Facilities Engineering Section Engineer | Named in relation to occupancy approval and building plan review |
| Brad LaFave | Finance Director | Named in relation to submission of compliance documentation |
| Andrea Krausmann | Licensing Staff | Author of the licensing study report |
| Andrea L. Moore | Manager, Long-Term-Care State Licensing Section | Approver of the licensing report |
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