Inspection Reports for The Residence at Ferry Park

CT, 06067

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Inspection Report Summary

The most recent inspection on October 26, 2023, found substantiated violations during a complaint investigation. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies related mainly to infection control, including a failure to employ a part-time Infection Preventionist as required by state law. Complaint investigations prior to this were mostly unsubstantiated, with one in March 2023 finding no violations. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history indicates ongoing challenges with infection prevention, with no clear improvement trend evident.

Deficiencies (last 2 years)

Deficiencies (over 2 years) 0.5 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.

91% better than Connecticut average
Connecticut average: 5.6 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies per year

4 3 2 1 0
2022
2023

Census

Latest occupancy rate 64% occupied

Based on a September 2023 inspection.

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

Census over time

20 40 60 80 Apr 2022 Mar 2023 Sep 2023

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Oct 26, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection visit was conducted as a complaint investigation referenced by Complaint Investigation #36145.

Complaint Details
Complaint Investigation #36145 was the basis for the visit. Violations were substantiated as indicated by the attached violation letter dated 11/6/23.
Findings
Violations of the General Statutes of Connecticut and/or regulations of Connecticut State Agencies were identified at the time of this inspection. Verification of Alzheimer's special care units or programs was also conducted.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Karen DonatoRNCReport submitted by
Theresa WilliamsEDPersonnel contacted
Debbie BartosiewiczSALSA (Regional)Personnel contacted

Inspection Report

Renewal
Deficiencies: 0 Date: Sep 28, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as a renewal licensing inspection for The Residence at Ferry Park.

Findings
Violations of the General Statutes of Connecticut and/or regulations of Connecticut State Agencies were identified during the inspection. Approval for issuance of license was granted by the supervisor on 10/2/23.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Theresa WilliamsExecutive DirectorPersonnel contacted during the inspection
Milissa BurnettSALSAPersonnel contacted during the inspection
Megan Edson-SawyerNursing Consultant and Survey Team LeaderSignature of FLIS Staff and report submitter
Elizabeth HeineySupervisorSupervisor approving issuance of license

Inspection Report

Renewal
Census: 48 Capacity: 75 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Sep 28, 2023

Visit Reason
An unannounced visit was made to The Residence At Ferry Park on September 28, 2023, for the purpose of conducting a re-licensure survey and licensing renewal inspection.

Findings
The agency failed to employ a part-time Infection Preventionist in accordance with Substitute House Bill No. 5500 Public Act No. 22-58. The agency had a total client capacity of 75 with a current census of 48 clients, including 12 in the secure memory care unit and 8 Covid positive clients. The Memory Care Director was the infection preventionist but had not been employed since August 2023.

Deficiencies (1)
Failed to employ a part-time Infection Preventionist in accordance with Substitute House Bill No. 5500 Public Act No. 22-58.
Report Facts
Total client capacity: 75 Current census: 48 Secure memory care unit census: 12 Covid positive clients: 8

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Theresa WilliamsExecutive DirectorNamed as responsible for ensuring compliance with the plan of correction
Elizabeth HeineySupervising Nurse ConsultantAuthor of the inspection report and contact for plan of correction

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 46 Capacity: 46 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Mar 20, 2023

Visit Reason
The inspection visit was conducted as a complaint investigation related to complaint #33509.

Complaint Details
Complaint investigation #33509 found no violations identified.
Findings
No violations of the General Statutes of Connecticut and/or regulations of Connecticut State Agencies were identified at the time of this inspection.

Report Facts
Census: 46 Licensed Bed Capacity: 46

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Theresa WilliamsExecutive DirectorPersonnel contacted during inspection
Melissa BurnetteSALSAPersonnel contacted during inspection

Inspection Report

Renewal
Census: 34 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Apr 12, 2022

Visit Reason
The inspection was a licensing inspection conducted as a renewal of the facility's license.

Findings
Violations of the General Statutes of Connecticut and/or regulations were identified at the time of inspection, as noted in an attached violation letter dated 5/19/22. The facility has a full-time Infection Prevention and Control Specialist.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Theresa WilliamsAdministratorPersonnel contacted during the inspection
Maryla UnderwoodSALSAPersonnel contacted during the inspection
Laura BoggioSurvey Team LeaderSignature of FLIS Staff and report submitter

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