Inspection IDReason for InspectionInspection DateInspection Status 
SIN-00248019 Renewal 07/15/2024 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.68(b)The Water Temperature in the home was 138.5. Hot water temperatures in bathtubs and showers may not exceed 120°F. On July 24, 2024, the Executive Director of Lifetime Skills, in collaboration with the maintenance department of the apartment complex, made the necessary adjustments to the water temperature in both the bathtub and kitchen areas, setting it to a compliant level of 120°F. Staff will continue to assist individuals in regulating the water temperature as needed. 07/28/2024 Implemented
6400.151(c)(4)The 02/06/23 physical examination for staff member 3 does not discuss whether there are medical problems which might interfere with the health of the individuals.The physical examination shall include: Information of medical problems which might interfere with the health of the individuals.In July 2024, the Lifetime Skills Residential Manager and Program Specialist, under the supervision of the Executive Director, received instruction and reviewed the regulations requiring the completion of all individuals' physical examination records. This review ensured that all records include information about medical conditions that may interfere with the individuals' health, as documented by their Primary Care Physician (PCP). 07/28/2024 Implemented
6400.46(b)There is no record that Staff members 1, 2 and 3 were trained in site specific fire safety training in the training areas specified in subsection (a).Program specialists and direct service workers shall be trained annually by a fire safety expert in the training areas specified in subsection (a).On July 24, 2024, Lifetime Skills, through the Residential Manager, updated the training curriculum to incorporate on-site fire safety training. We will ensure that all direct service workers and program specialists receive comprehensive training tailored to site-specific fire safety protocols. 07/28/2024 Implemented
6400.46(d)Staff member 1 was hired on 08/20/23 and the CPR and First Aid training was not done until 05/01/24.Program specialists, direct service workers and drivers of and aides in vehicles shall be trained within 6 months after the day of initial employment and annually thereafter, by an individual certified as a training by a hospital or other recognized health care organization, in first aid, Heimlich techniques and cardio-pulmonary resuscitation.The program specialist, direct service workers, will undergo CPR and First Aid training within six months of their initial employment date, as mandated. To ensure compliance, the residential manager will schedule training sessions for all staff members who are due for certification. A comprehensive training schedule will be developed and communicated to all staff by August 1, 2024. This will include specific August 15, 2024, for CPR and First Aid training to ensure timely completion. 07/28/2024 Implemented
6400.51(a)(1)Staff Member 1 was hired on 08/20/23 and has not completed the required orientation trainings under subsection (b) within 30 days after the hire date.Prior to working alone with individuals, and within 30 days after hire, the following shall complete the orientation as described in subsection (b): Management, program, administrative and fiscal staff persons.The program specialists and direct service workers will complete full orientation training within 30 days of their respective employment dates, as mandated. To ensure compliance, the Residential Manager will schedule training sessions for all staff members within this timeframe. A comprehensive training schedule will be developed and communicated to all staff by August 1, 2024. 07/28/2024 Implemented
SIN-00212013 Renewal 07/18/2022 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.70The home did not have a telephone with a outside line.A home shall have an operable, noncoin-operated telephone with an outside line that is easily accessible to individuals and staff persons. LSHS has made available an operable, noncoin-operated telephone that is easily accessible to individuals and staff personnel. This phone is place in an area of the home that is accessible to the individual with emergency numbers clearly posted to be used at the convenience of the individual. 10/26/2022 Implemented
6400.77(b)The first aid kit did not contain a thermometer. A first aid kit shall contain antiseptic, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, a thermometer, tweezers, tape, scissors and syrup of Ipecac, if an individual 4 years of age or younger, or an individual likely to ingest poisons, is served. LSHS have purchased and placed in the first aid kit at this home, to be used if the individual being served in this home is likely to need the use of the thermometer. 10/27/2022 Implemented
6400.112(d)All fire drills extended past 2.5 minutes must be documented and re-tested to ensure consumers can safely evacuate. 11/8/21, 12/15/21, 1/17/22, 2/1/22, 3/15/22, 4/13/22, 5/12/22, 6/8/22,7/8/22-3 mins long-no new drills taken Individuals shall be able to evacuate the entire building, or to a fire safe area designated in writing within the past year by a fire safety expert, within 2 1/2 minutes or within the period of time specified in writing within the past year by a fire safety expert. The fire safety expert may not be an employe of the home or agency. Staff assistance shall be provided to an individual only if staff persons are always present at the home while the individual is at the home. LSHS program manager and staff have received in-service training for implementing fire drills correctly to remain compliance with 6400.112(d) regulation. 10/26/2022 Implemented
6400.113(a)The fire safety training for Individual #3 was completed on 11/15/21, which is more than one month after his admission. Fire safety training is to be completed upon initial admission. An individual, including an individual 17 years of age or younger, shall be instructed in the individual's primary language or mode of communication, upon initial admission and reinstructed annually in general fire safety, evacuation procedures, responsibilities during fire drills, the designated meeting place outside the building or within the fire safe area in the event of an actual fire and smoking safety procedures if individuals smoke at the home. The fire safety training for individuals#3 on 11/15/21, which is more than a month after his admission. LSHS program manager and program specialist has completed a general fire safety training with the indivieual#3. 10/26/2022 Implemented
6400.141(c)(6)There is no completed TB test. A doctor's note shows that a TB test was done on 1/19/22, and that the individual must return on 1/21/22 to have results read, but there is no record that this was done.The physical examination shall include: Tuberculin skin testing by Mantoux method with negative results every 2 years for individuals 1 year of age or older; or, if tuberculin skin test is positive, an initial chest x-ray with results noted. The LSHS program manager has prearranged an appointment for the individual to retake his TB test, and we will ensure that the individual returns to have the test read. 10/24/2022 Implemented
6400.181(e)(10)There is no lifetime medical history in the file.The assessment must include the following information: A lifetime medical history. LSHS program specialist received in-service training regarding implementing all individuals' lifetime medical history and ensuring that the PC file and secure lifetime medical history in all individuals' medical files. 10/26/2022 Implemented
6400.217There are no written consents in the file. (this is required for the release of information, including photographs)Written consent of the individual, or the individual's parent or guardian if the individual is 17 years of age or younger or legally incompetent, is required for the release of information, including photographs, to persons not otherwise authorized to receive it. The LSHS program specialist received in-service training regarding implementing and ensuring that all written consents, such as the release of information, are secure in all individuals' files. 10/26/2022 Implemented
6400.34(b)There is no signed copy of rights for Ind. #3The home shall keep a copy of the statement signed by the individual, or the individual's court-appointed legal guardian, acknowledging receipt of the information on individual rights.The LSHS program specialist received in-service training regarding implementing and ensuring that all contents, such as a copy of the rights of the individuals, are secure in all individuals' files. 10/26/2022 Implemented
6400.165(g)There were no psychotropic medication reviews for this individual #3.If a medication is prescribed to treat symptoms of a psychiatric illness, there shall be a review by a licensed physician at least every 3 months that includes to document the reason for prescribing the medication, the need to continue the medication and the necessary dosage.LSHS has trained all employees to complete all individual psych/90-day meds reviews and ensure that the program specialist will document the appointments and make them available for review. 10/26/2022 Implemented
6400.181(f)There is no letter indicating that the assessment was sent to the individual #3 plan team 30 days prior the ISP meeting.The program specialist shall provide the assessment to the individual plan team members at least 30 calendar days prior to an individual plan meeting.The LSHS program specialist received in-service training regarding implementing and ensuring a cover letter accompanied the assessment when sent to the individual #3 plan team 30 days before the ISP meeting. 10/26/2022 Implemented
6400.183(c)The ISP meeting sign-in sheets were not found in the file.The list of persons who participated in the individual plan meeting shall be kept.The LSHS program specialist received in-service training regarding having a sign-in sheet for all ISP meetings, and the PS will have the sigh-in sheet file in the individuals' file. 10/26/2022 Implemented
6400.213(1)(i)There are several discrepancies in the contents of the file. Ind. #3 height and weight on the face sheet are 5' tall, 178 lbs. However, on the physical, his height and weight are 5'7", 300 lbs. Ind. #3 physical states that his vision is normal, however there are several mentions of him needing prescription glasses throughout his record. Ind. #3 DOA on the face sheet is 5/17/22, however his actual DOA is 10/5/21. Finally, Ind. #3 DOB is incorrect on his face sheet (9/19/96), when it's actually 1/19/96.Each individual's record must include the following information: Personal information, including: (i) The name, sex, admission date, birthdate and Social Security number.The program specialist made the necessary correction to all content on the individual's factsheet. 10/26/2022 Implemented