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Past the typical resurvey interval — a standard survey could occur at any time
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Citation history
Health deficiencies cited at Royal Of Fairhaven Nursing Center during CMS and state inspections, most recent first.
The facility failed to provide equal access to televisions for residents in the Dementia Special Care Unit compared to those on the first-floor unit. Additionally, staff did not maintain a dignified dining experience, as they were observed standing while assisting residents with meals, contrary to policy. Furthermore, residents seated at the same table were not served meals simultaneously, leading to delays and a lack of coordination in meal service.
The facility failed to provide consistent weekend activity programs for residents on the first-floor unit, leading to resident dissatisfaction. While weekday activities were enjoyed, weekends were described as long and boring, with only one activity assistant available every other Saturday. The lack of staff presence on weekends was confirmed by the activity schedule, and both the Activity Director and Administrator acknowledged the issue.
The facility failed to follow food safety standards, risking foodborne illness. Observations revealed improperly stored and unlabeled food in the main kitchen and resident nourishment kitchens. Unsealed frozen beef patties, expired thickened juice, and unlabeled raw chicken were found. Additionally, expired yogurt and unlabeled resident food were noted, indicating non-compliance with food storage policies.
The facility failed to serve meals at appetizing temperatures on the DSCU, with delays in meal delivery and inappropriate food temperatures. Observations showed scrambled eggs and oatmeal were served cold, while orange juice and milk were too warm. Staff interviews revealed disorganization in meal delivery, and the Food Service Director confirmed the temperatures were not within appropriate ranges.
Deficiencies in Resident Rights and Dining Experience
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Summary
The facility failed to ensure equal access to television sets for residents in the Dementia Special Care Unit (DSCU) compared to those on the first-floor unit. While all residents on the first-floor unit were provided with wall-mounted televisions at no cost, only 16 out of 46 residents on the DSCU had televisions, which were brought in by their families. The facility's Administrator acknowledged that televisions were not provided for DSCU residents due to a previous director's preference for residents to engage in activities rather than watch television. The facility also failed to maintain a dignified dining experience for residents. Staff were observed standing while assisting residents with meals, contrary to the facility's policy that requires staff to be seated at eye level with residents during feeding. This was observed with three residents, where staff either did not have access to a chair or chose not to use one, resulting in a less respectful dining experience. Additionally, the facility did not ensure that residents seated at the same table were served their meals simultaneously. Observations in two dining rooms revealed instances where residents had to wait for their meals while others at the same table were already eating. This was attributed to the way meal trays were organized and delivered, which did not align with the seating arrangements, leading to delays and a lack of coordination in meal service.
Inconsistent Weekend Activity Programs for Residents
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to ensure that activity programs were consistently offered on weekends to meet the needs of residents residing on the first-floor unit. During a Resident Group Meeting, six out of seven residents expressed dissatisfaction with the lack of activities on weekends, stating that they found the weekends long and boring. They noted that while they enjoyed the weekday activity programs, the weekends lacked engagement, with only one activity assistant coming in every other Saturday. The residents mentioned that although Bingo was scheduled every Saturday, it often did not occur due to the absence of staff to run the game. A review of the activity staff schedule and punch card detail report for January and February 2025 confirmed the lack of activity staff presence on most weekends. The Activity Director acknowledged awareness of the residents' boredom on weekends and mentioned that the weekend receptionist was available to assist with activities like Bingo when the activity assistant was not present. The Administrator also confirmed the limited staffing on weekends and recognized the need to hire additional staff to meet the residents' needs.
Food Safety and Labeling Deficiencies
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to adhere to professional standards of food safety, which could potentially lead to foodborne illness among residents. During a survey, it was observed that food in the walk-in freezer was not properly stored, as a cardboard box containing a plastic bag of frozen beef patties was left unsealed, exposing the patties to possible contaminants. Additionally, in the main kitchen's free-standing refrigerator, a container of thickened orange juice was found without a label indicating the open date or use-by date, and it was not disposed of despite being past the manufacturer's expiration date. Similarly, raw chicken breasts stored in the walk-in refrigerator were not labeled with content, preparation date, or use-by date, and the Certified Food Manager (CFM) admitted uncertainty about how long the chicken was good for, although it should have been labeled. Further deficiencies were noted in the resident nourishment kitchens on both the first and second floors. An unopened container of yogurt was found in the first-floor kitchen, labeled with a resident's name but not disposed of despite being expired. On the second floor, a plastic bag containing three containers of food was not labeled with the date received or use-by date, although it was labeled with a resident's name. The CFM acknowledged that the food was only good for three days once received and should have been properly labeled. These observations indicate a failure to follow the facility's policies on food storage and labeling, potentially compromising resident safety.
Deficiency in Meal Temperature and Palatability on DSCU
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to serve meals that were palatable and at appetizing temperatures on the Dementia Special Care Unit (DSCU). Observations revealed that meal trucks arrived at staggered times, and there was a delay in serving meals to residents. On one occasion, the final resident in the dining area received their breakfast tray 21 minutes after the initial residents were served. A test tray conducted on the DSCU showed that scrambled eggs and oatmeal were served at temperatures below the expected range, while orange juice and milk were served warmer than appropriate. Interviews with staff indicated a lack of organization in meal delivery, with no specific order for tray distribution. The Food Service Director acknowledged that the meal temperatures were not within appropriate ranges and expressed expectations for hot food items to be served at about 155°F and milk to be below 53°F. The Administrator was unaware of the time taken to pass meal trays and agreed that meal trucks should be organized to facilitate efficient delivery.
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| Facility | Distance | Overall rating | Citations, 12 mo | Serious (J–L) |
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| Our Ladys Haven Of Fairhaven Inc | 0.8 mi | ★★★★★ | 5 | 0 |
| Alden Court Nursing Care & Rehabilitation Center | 1.3 mi | ★★★★★ | 0 | 0 |
| Sacred Heart Nursing Home | 1.4 mi | ★★★★★ | 3 | 0 |
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