Below average — CMS composite of the measures below.
Past the typical resurvey interval — a standard survey could occur at any time
Estimate from public CMS data, current as of July 2026. Survey timing is at the state agency's discretion.
Citation history
Health deficiencies cited at Life Care Center Of Gray during CMS and state inspections, most recent first.
A resident with severe cognitive impairment fell from a chair and was being assisted by staff when a CNA used curse words out of frustration. Although the language was not directed at the resident, it was used in their presence, violating the resident's right to dignity and respect. The facility's investigation confirmed the incident, leading to the CNA's termination for poor customer service.
A resident with severe cognitive impairment was found secluded in a dining room with doors blocked by wheelchairs in a secured unit. The resident was placed there by an LPN to prevent disturbance to others, and this practice had occurred multiple times. The facility failed to follow its policy on protecting residents from abuse, leading to an Immediate Jeopardy situation.
A resident with severe cognitive impairment was found confined in a dining room with locked wheelchairs blocking the doors, an action considered abuse under facility policy. The incident was not reported to state authorities, despite being discovered by a staff member who educated others on its inappropriateness. Similar incidents were reported by another LPN, indicating a pattern of unreported abuse, placing residents in Immediate Jeopardy.
A resident with severe cognitive impairment was found barricaded in a dining room with wheelchairs blocking the doors, and the facility failed to conduct a thorough investigation. The incident was not reported to outside authorities, and staff interviews revealed that similar practices had occurred multiple times. The facility did not take immediate corrective actions to ensure resident safety.
A resident with severe cognitive impairment was found secluded in a dining room with doors blocked by wheelchairs in a secured unit. This practice, reportedly used to prevent residents from disturbing others, was observed multiple times over several months. The facility failed to adhere to policies protecting residents from unreasonable confinement, resulting in a citation for Immediate Jeopardy.
A resident with severe cognitive impairment was repeatedly secluded in a dining room by LTC staff using wheelchairs to block exits, due to wandering behaviors. This practice, involving an LPN and CNAs, occurred over several months until a staff member intervened.
Failure to Maintain Resident Dignity Due to Inappropriate Language
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The facility failed to maintain the dignity and respect of a resident when a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) used curse words in the presence of the resident during an incident. The resident, who has severe cognitive impairment due to dementia and other conditions, fell from a chair and was being assisted by staff. During the process of helping the resident, the CNA expressed frustration by cursing, which was not directed at the resident but occurred in their presence. The incident was documented through multiple witness interviews, including those of the Director of Nursing (DON), Executive Director (ED), and other staff members who were present. The CNA involved admitted to using inappropriate language due to frustration with the situation, as the resident was being combative and resisting assistance. Despite the CNA's claim that the language was not directed at the resident, the use of curse words in the resident's presence was considered a failure to uphold the resident's right to dignity and respect. The facility's investigation confirmed that the CNA had used curse words in front of the resident, which led to the CNA's termination for poor customer service. The resident's psychiatric evaluation did not reveal any recollection of the incident, and no verbal abuse was substantiated. However, the facility acknowledged the deficiency in maintaining the resident's dignity and respect during the incident.
Failure to Protect Resident from Involuntary Seclusion
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The facility failed to protect a resident's right to be free from involuntary seclusion, which was identified during a survey. A severely cognitively impaired resident was found secluded in the dining/day room of a secured unit with the doors closed and two wheelchairs blocking the exit. This incident was discovered by a staff member during early morning rounds. The resident, who had Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, and Anxiety, was unable to exit the room until the staff member removed the wheelchairs. The resident was not in distress or hurt when found, but the duration of the seclusion was unknown. Interviews with staff revealed that the resident was placed in the dining room by an LPN because the resident was bothering a new admission and the LPN needed to use the restroom. The LPN admitted to placing the resident in the room and blocking the doors with wheelchairs. Other staff members, including CNAs, were present but did not intervene. It was reported that this practice of secluding residents in the dining room had occurred on several occasions, particularly during night shifts, to prevent residents from waking others. The facility's policy on protecting residents from abuse and unreasonable confinement was not followed, leading to an Immediate Jeopardy situation. The facility's failure to ensure freedom from involuntary seclusion had the potential to impact all residents on the secured unit. The incident was not reported to any outside authority, and the facility was cited for substandard quality of care.
Failure to Report Allegation of Abuse
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The facility failed to report an allegation of abuse involving a vulnerable and severely cognitively impaired resident to the State Survey Agency. The incident occurred when the resident was found in the dining/day room with the doors closed and two wheelchairs with their wheels locked blocking the doors. This situation was discovered by a staff member during early morning rounds. The resident, who had a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 2 indicating severe cognitive impairment, was unable to exit the room and requested assistance from the staff member who found her. The staff member who discovered the situation reported it to the Director of Nursing (DON) but did not report it to any outside authorities. The staff member also educated the staff present at the time about the inappropriateness of the action. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) involved admitted to placing the resident in the dining room because the resident was bothering another newly admitted resident and the LPN needed to use the restroom. This action was considered unreasonable confinement and involuntary seclusion, which are forms of abuse according to the facility's policy. Further interviews revealed that this was not an isolated incident. Another LPN reported witnessing similar situations where residents were blocked in the dining room with wheelchairs or the medication cart on several occasions. Despite these occurrences, the facility did not report these allegations to the appropriate state agencies, which is a requirement under federal regulations. This failure to report placed the resident and potentially other residents in an Immediate Jeopardy situation, indicating a serious risk of harm.
Failure to Investigate Allegation of Abuse
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The facility failed to thoroughly investigate an allegation of abuse involving a resident who was found barricaded in a dining/day room with wheelchairs blocking the doors. This incident involved a vulnerable and severely cognitively impaired resident who was discovered in this situation by a staff member during early morning rounds. The staff member reported that the resident was not in distress but had been confined in the room for an undetermined amount of time, potentially ranging from one minute to five hours. The facility's investigation into the incident was inadequate, as it did not include a comprehensive assessment of the resident, such as a head-to-toe and psychosocial assessment. Additionally, there was no incident report, and the medical director and the resident's responsible party were not notified of the allegation. Witness statements were collected, but they did not provide a complete account of the events, and there was no evidence that the facility took immediate action to protect the resident from potential harm. Interviews with staff revealed that the practice of barricading residents in the dining room had occurred on multiple occasions, with staff justifying the action as a means to prevent residents from disturbing others. Despite these admissions, the facility did not report the incident to outside authorities, and the investigation did not result in any immediate corrective actions to address the potential for abuse and ensure resident safety.
Resident Seclusion and Barricading in Dining Room
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The facility failed to provide an environment that enhanced the quality of life for its residents, resulting in a serious deficiency. A vulnerable and severely cognitively impaired resident was found secluded in the dining/day room of a secured unit with the doors closed and blocked by two wheelchairs. This incident occurred when a staff member made rounds early in the morning and discovered the resident unable to exit the room. The resident, who had been admitted with Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, and Anxiety, was found in this situation without any staff present initially, raising concerns about unreasonable confinement and involuntary seclusion. The incident was reported by a staff member who found the resident and immediately removed the wheelchairs to let the resident out. The staff member then educated the present staff about the inappropriateness of barricading residents. The LPN on duty admitted to placing the resident in the room to prevent her from disturbing a new admission, despite the availability of a CNA who could have supervised the resident. This practice of barricading residents in the dining room was reportedly observed on multiple occasions by another LPN, who noted that it was done to prevent residents from waking others. Interviews with staff revealed that the practice of using wheelchairs or medication carts to block the dining room doors was not an isolated incident. It was reported that this had been occurring over several months, with multiple residents being confined in the dining room during night shifts. The facility's policy on protecting residents from abuse, including unreasonable confinement, was not adhered to, leading to the citation of Immediate Jeopardy for substandard quality of care.
Failure to Implement Behavioral and Wandering Care Plan
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The facility failed to implement a behavioral and wandering care plan for a resident with severe cognitive impairment, resulting in the resident being secluded in the dining/day room area of the secured unit. The resident, diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, and Anxiety, was admitted to the facility and had a care plan that included interventions for wandering behaviors. However, the facility did not effectively divert the resident's attention or remove them from situations as needed, leading to the resident being confined in the dining room with wheelchairs blocking the exit. Multiple staff members, including a CNA and an LPN, were involved in the incident where the resident was found barricaded in the dining room. Staff Member A discovered the resident in the dining room with the doors shut and wheelchairs blocking the exit. The resident was not in distress but requested to be let out. Staff Member A educated the staff present, including CNA A and LPN A, that such actions were not permissible. LPN A admitted to placing the resident in the dining room to prevent them from disturbing a new admission. Further investigation revealed that this was not an isolated incident. LPN B reported witnessing the resident and other residents being confined in the dining room on several occasions over approximately four months. The staff reportedly used wheelchairs or a medication cart to block the doors, citing the need to prevent residents from waking others. This practice was observed to have stopped after Staff Member A intervened, but it had been a recurring issue when specific staff members were on duty.
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| Facility | Distance | Overall rating | Citations, 12 mo | Serious (J–L) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nhc Healthcare, Johnson City | 4.3 mi | ★★★★★ | 3 | 0 |
| Greystone Health Care Center | 5.2 mi | ★★★★★ | 0 | 0 |
| The Waters Of Johnson City, Llc | 5.3 mi | ★★★★★ | 0 | 0 |
| Princeton Transitional Care & Assisted Living | 5.3 mi | ★★★★★ | 2 | 0 |
| Agape Rehabilitation & Nursing Center, A Waters Cm | 5.7 mi | ★★★★★ | 0 | 0 |
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