Failure to Provide Sufficient Activities and Outings Due to Inoperable Van
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to provide a program of activities sufficient to meet each resident's capabilities, interests, and needs, as evidenced by the lack of scheduled outings and opportunities for residents to go outside or participate in community integration. One resident, who was cognitively intact with a BIMS score of 15, expressed frustration at not being able to leave the facility for walks or to go to the store, despite his care plan indicating the importance of outdoor activities. The resident was told he could not leave the facility without staff accompaniment, but staff availability was inconsistent, and outings had not occurred for several months due to the facility van being out of service. Interviews with the DON, Activities Assistant, and Activities Director confirmed that no outings had taken place for at least two to three months, and the posted activity calendars showed that all scheduled outings were canceled during this period. Other residents also reported being upset about the lack of outings. The Activities Director acknowledged that the van's inoperability had prevented any community outings or rides, and there was no alternative transportation provided. The deficiency was identified through record review and interviews, highlighting the facility's failure to meet residents' activity needs as documented in their assessments and care plans.