Resident Rooms Below Minimum Square Footage Requirement
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to ensure that 23 out of 36 resident rooms met the required minimum of 80 square feet per resident in multiple occupancy rooms. During a facility tour and observation, it was noted that residents in these rooms were able to move in and out and had space for their personal property. However, a review of the facility's Client Accommodations Analysis form, completed by the Maintenance Director, confirmed that these rooms did not meet the space requirement. The Administrator acknowledged that the rooms were out of compliance with the square footage standard, although stated that resident care was not affected. Documentation reviewed included a waiver request letter submitted by the administrator, which listed the specific rooms and their square footage, confirming the deficiency.