Deficiency in Room Square Footage Requirements
Summary
The facility failed to provide the required minimum square footage per resident in both single and multiple occupancy rooms, as evidenced by observations, record reviews, and interviews. Specifically, eight out of thirty resident rooms did not meet the regulatory requirements of at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. The deficiency was observed in rooms 101, 104, 111, 201, 202, 204, 206, and 208. For instance, a single resident room measured only 96.2 square feet, while multiple resident rooms had less than the required 80 square feet per bed, with measurements ranging from 70.0 to 75.2 square feet per bed. During an interview, the Administrator acknowledged that these rooms had variance waivers and did not meet the required square footage.
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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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