Inspection Report
Follow-Up
Census: 28
Deficiencies: 3
Sep 11, 2025
Visit Reason
The Department completed a follow-up inspection of the Assisted Living Facility to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies.
Findings
The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed that the facility meets Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements. Previous deficiencies related to background checks, staff training, and resident unit security were corrected.
Complaint Details
The inspection included a complaint investigation referencing complaint number 183123. The complaint investigation was part of the unannounced on-site full inspection conducted on 07/09/2025, 07/10/2025, and 07/11/2025.
Deficiencies (3)
| Description |
|---|
| Failed to ensure 1 of 3 staff completed a Washington State name and date of birth background check every two years, placing residents at risk. |
| Failed to ensure staff completed required Orientation and Safety training, Basic training, Developmental Disability specialty training, continuing education, and Home Care Aide certification, placing residents at risk of harm by untrained staff. |
| Failed to provide a secure space such as a lockable drawer or cupboard in 6 of 14 resident rooms, placing residents at risk for loss of personal property. |
Report Facts
Residents present: 28
Sample size: 5
Resident rooms without lockable storage: 6
Staff with training deficiencies: 6
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Melissa Phillips | Long Term Care Surveyor | Conducted on-site verification and inspection |
| Karen Glover | Nursing Consultant Institutional | Inspected the Assisted Living Facility during complaint investigation |
| Cristina Gonzalez | Nursing Consultant Institutional | Inspected the Assisted Living Facility during complaint investigation |
| Staff A | Executive Director | Provided statements regarding background checks, training deficiencies, and lockable storage requirements |
| Staff G | Director of Operational Excellence | Acknowledged regulation requiring lockable drawers or cupboards and planned to address the issue |
Inspection Report
Life Safety
Deficiencies: 5
Jul 31, 2025
Visit Reason
The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted an inspection at Summit Place Assisted Living to assess compliance with fire safety and protection codes.
Findings
The inspection identified multiple fire safety violations including a griddle not contained under a class one kitchen hood, fire doors blocked open preventing proper closing and latching, a fire rated cross corridor door that would not close and latch, and an emergency exit blocked by various items.
Deficiencies (5)
| Description |
|---|
| A griddle that is used to fry food is not contained under a class one kitchen hood. |
| Resident room 327 fire door that opens to the corridor was blocked open by a wedge, preventing it from closing and latching. |
| Resident room 333 fire door that opens to the corridor was blocked open by a heavy bag, preventing it from closing and latching. |
| The fire rated cross corridor door near room 323 would not close and latch from the fully open position. |
| The emergency exit in the hallway near the kitchen was blocked by trash can, a chair, and AC unit. |
Report Facts
Next inspection scheduled date: Aug 30, 2025
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Brandon G. Brown | Deputy State Fire Marshal | Conducted the inspection and signed the report |
| Elizabeth Martin | Executive Director | Owner or Authorized Representative who signed the report |
Inspection Report
Life Safety
Deficiencies: 2
Aug 14, 2023
Visit Reason
The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted an inspection at the Summit Place Assisted Living facility to assess compliance with fire safety regulations.
Findings
Two violations were noted: an electrical outlet without a faceplate in the kitchen hallway exposing the inner electrical fixture, and the facility's inability to provide documentation for the annual 90-minute power test for emergency lights.
Deficiencies (2)
| Description |
|---|
| Electrical outlet without a faceplate in the kitchen hallway exposing the inner electrical fixture |
| Facility unable to provide documentation for the annual 90 minute power test for the emergency lights |
Report Facts
Next inspection date: Sep 13, 2023
Power test duration: 90
Employees Mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Brandon G. Brown | Deputy State Fire Marshal | Conducted the inspection and signed the report |
| Catherine Reis-Elborn | Administrator | Signed the inspection report as Owner or Authorized Representative |
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