Resident Room Size Below Regulatory Standards
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to meet the required room size of at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple resident bedrooms, affecting 19 out of 34 rooms. Observations, interviews, and record reviews confirmed that these rooms, each housing three residents, ranged from 195 to 238 square feet, which is below the minimum standard of 240 square feet for three-bed rooms. The facility had submitted a variance request acknowledging the deficiency, and documentation indicated that the rooms did not meet federal and state requirements for space per resident. During the survey, staff and residents reported no issues with space, and observations showed that residents and staff could move freely within the rooms, with sufficient space for beds, dressers, and care equipment. The administrator confirmed the deficiency and stated that no complaints had been received from residents regarding room size. The facility's policy also requires bedrooms to meet the 80 square feet per resident standard, which was not met in the identified rooms.