INITIAL COMMENTS
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This report is a result of an on-site complaint investigation conducted on December 6, 2019 by staff from the Bureau of Quality Assurance for Prevention & Treatment. Based on the findings of the on-site complaint investigation, Gaudenzia Kindred House was found not to be in compliance with the applicable chapters of 28 PA Code which pertain to the facility.
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Plan of Correction
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705.2 (2) LICENSURE Building exterior and grounds.
705.2. Building exterior and grounds.
The residential facility shall:
(2) Keep the grounds of the facility clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times for the safety and well-being of residents, employees and visitors. The exterior of the building and the building grounds or yard shall be free of hazards.
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Observations
The facility failed to maintain the facility in good repair at all times.
There was a water leak in the ceiling of common lounge area and group room next to the counselor ' s office. This was evidenced by client reports of water leaking in when it rains and by peeling paint and water stains in the plaster and along the wood trim.
Additionally, there were several mildew spots on the ceiling tiles in the kitchen area above the counter on the south wall.
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Plan of Correction
As of January 6, 2020, the roof has been repaired which will address the water leak in the ceiling of the common lounge area and group room next to the counselor's office.
Additionally, the mildew spots have been cleaned and removed from the ceiling tiles in the kitchen area above the counter on the south wall.
The Program Director will conduct weekly building inspections to ensure that maintenance issues such as leaks are repaired as needed. |