Failure to Repair Drywall Gaps in Resident Bathrooms
Penalty
Summary
Surveyors observed that the facility failed to maintain a safe and homelike environment by not repairing holes and gaps in the drywall in two resident bathroom areas. Specifically, there were visible gaps in the drywall near the pipes beneath the sinks in bathrooms shared by residents in multiple rooms, as well as a loose plate exposing a gap in the drywall where a toilet pipe entered the wall. These deficiencies were noted during facility observations and were confirmed through interviews with the Environmental Services Director, who acknowledged the issues after being informed by the surveyor. Despite regular maintenance rounds and staff reporting protocols, the necessary repairs had not been completed by the time of follow-up observation.