Inadequate Living Space in Double Occupancy Rooms
Summary
The facility failed to provide adequate living space for residents in four of its double occupancy rooms, specifically Rooms 27, 28, 34, and 35. These rooms did not meet the required minimum of 80 square feet per resident, with measurements showing that the space per resident ranged from 70.97 to 79.62 square feet. This deficiency was identified during an observation by the life safety code on May 21, 2024, which revealed that the rooms were not in compliance with the space requirements. The facility's Bed Classifications form, dated March 20, 2023, confirmed that each of these rooms was intended for two residents. The Room Census List from May 21, 2024, indicated varying occupancy statuses for these rooms, with some beds unoccupied. During an interview, the Administrator acknowledged the deficiency and expressed a desire to continue with a room size waiver, although it was noted that one bed needed to be de-licensed or de-certified as it did not meet the minimum square footage required for a waiver.
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Six residents were found to be living in single rooms that did not meet the minimum required 100 square feet of living space, with room sizes ranging from 91.50 to 97.75 square feet, as confirmed by facility records and administrator interview.
Single Resident Rooms Below Required Square Footage
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Summary
The facility failed to provide single resident rooms with at least 100 square feet of living space, as required. During a survey, it was confirmed through interview with the Administrator and review of the space/occupancy certification waiver that six single rooms, each occupied by a resident, measured less than the required 100 square feet. The specific room sizes ranged from 91.50 to 97.75 square feet. This deficiency affected six residents who were residing in these undersized single rooms at the time of the survey.
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