Inspection IDReason for InspectionInspection DateInspection Status 
SIN-00258364 Renewal 01/07/2025 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.15(b)The self-assessments completed on 5/23/2024, 11/23/2024, and 12/28/2024 were completed on the 6400 Scoresheet that was last updated in June 2018. This scoresheet does not measure compliance with all the current 6400 regulations.(b) The agency shall use the Department's licensing inspection instrument for the community homes for individuals with an intellectual disability or autism regulations to measure and record compliance.The agency will immediately (1/8/2025) transition to using the Department's licensing inspection instrument for community homes to measure and record compliance, The outdated scoresheet used on 5/23/2024, 11/23/2024, and 12/28/2024 will no longer be utilized. 01/08/2025 Implemented
SIN-00249210 Renewal 08/06/2024 Non Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.65On 8/7/2024 at 11:57am, the mechanical vent in the main floor full bathroom was plugged with dirt and debris and was not providing sufficient air flow. This vent is the only form of ventilation in the bathroom.Living areas, recreation areas, dining areas, individual bedrooms, kitchens and bathrooms shall be ventilated by at least one operable window or by mechanical ventilation. Maintenance cleaned the vent on 08/12/2024 08/12/2024 Not Implemented
6400.66On 8/7/2024 at 11:59an, the walk-in pantry, located between the main floor bathroom and the kitchen was observed without a light fixture. On 8/7/2024 at 12:12pm, the only light fixture in the basement was located near the basement steps. There was not sufficient lighting on the far side of the basement.Rooms, hallways, interior stairways, outside steps, outside doorways, porches, ramps and fire escapes shall be lighted to assure safety and to avoid accidents. Maintenance installed two lights in the basement on 8/14/2024 and one light in the walk-in pantry on 08/15/2024. 08/15/2024 Implemented
6400.67(b)On 8/7/2024 at 12:10pm, the floor in the basement was observed with significant pools of water and wet mud throughout the entire basement, creating potential slipping hazards. On 8/7/2024 at 12:12pm, two cords and one wire were observed hanging from the basement ceiling. Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces shall be free of hazards.Maintenance dry locked the walls and secured the cords that was hanging down on 08/14/2024 08/14/2024 Not Implemented
6400.73(a)On 8/7/2024 at 12:22pm, the steps leading from the upper-level hallway to the attic were observed without a secure handrail. Each ramp, and interior stairway and outside steps exceeding two steps shall have a well-secured handrail. Maintenance installed a handrail in the attic on 08/20/2024. 08/20/2024 Implemented
6400.141(c)(11)Individual #1's physical examination, completed 2/28/2024, did not include an assessment of the individual's health maintenance needs. This section on the physical examination form was left blank.The physical examination shall include: An assessment of the individual's health maintenance needs, medication regimen and the need for blood work at recommended intervals. The program specialist contacted the Physician, and the physical form was updated on 08/30/2024 08/30/2024 Not Implemented
6400.141(c)(13)Individual #1's physical examination, completed 2/28/2024, did not include the individual's allergies or contraindicated medications. This section on the physical examination form was left blank.The physical examination shall include: Allergies or contraindicated medications.The program specialist contacted the Physician, and the physical form was updated on 08/30/2024 08/30/2024 Not Implemented
6400.141(c)(14)Individual #1's physical examination, completed 2/28/2024, did not include the individual's medical information pertinent to diagnosis and treatment in case of an emergency. This section on the physical examination form was left blank.The physical examination shall include: Medical information pertinent to diagnosis and treatment in case of an emergency. The program specialist contacted the Physician, and the physical form was updated on 08/30/2024 08/30/2024 Not Implemented
6400.181(e)(12)Individual #1's initial assessment, completed 6/9/2024, did not include recommendations for specific areas of training, programming and services. This section was marked "N/A".The assessment must include the following information: Recommendations for specific areas of training, programming and services. The program specialist updated the assessment on 08/19/202. 08/19/2024 Implemented
6400.212(b)Program Specialist #3, date of hire 5/28/2024, signed and dated Individual #1's lifetime medical history form with a date of 2/28/2024; three months prior to her date of hire. On page #2 of the lifetime medical history form, Program Specialist #1 scribbled out a portion of the entry in the date section, making the entry illegible. Entries in an individual's record shall be legible, dated and signed by the person making the entry. The form was updated on 08/19/2024, and the correct program specialist signature and date is now on the form. 08/19/2024 Implemented
6400.46(a)Program Specialist #2, date of hire 6/17/2024, completed initial fire safety training on 6/24/2024. This training did not include site specific information such as evacuation procedures and meeting places for the homes they are assigned to work.Program specialists and direct service workers shall be trained before working with individuals 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, smoking safety procedures if individuals or staff persons smoke at the home, the use of fire extinguishers, smoke detectors and fire alarms, and notification of the local fire department as soon as possible after a fire is discovered.The program specialist was retrained on 08/09/2024 and a form was created with site specific information of all homes, and fire drill form was also updated on 08/09/2024. 08/09/2024 Implemented
6400.46(b)Chief Executive Officer #1 provides direct services to the individuals residing at the agency. Chief Executive Officer #1 completed annual fire safety trainings on 8/6/2023 and 8/3/2024. These trainings did not include site specific information such as evacuation procedure and meeting places for the homes they are assigned to work. Direct Service Worker #4 completed annual fire safety trainings on 8/5/2023 and 8/4/2024. These trainings did not include site specific information such as evacuation procedure and meeting places for the homes they are assigned to work.Program specialists and direct service workers shall be trained annually by a fire safety expert in the training areas specified in subsection (a).The DSP was retrained on site specific information for all the homes on 08/09/2024 and the CEO was retrained on 08/09/2024, and a form was created with site specific information of all homes, and fire drill form was also updated on 08/09/2024. 08/09/2024 Implemented
6400.52(c)(2)Chief Executive Officer #1 was not trained on the prevention, detection and reporting of abuse, suspected abuse and alleged abuse during the 7/1/2023 - 6/30/2024 training year. Direct Service Worker #4 was not trained on the prevention, detection and reporting of abuse, suspected abuse and alleged abuse during the 7/1/2023 - 6/30/2024 training year.The annual training hours specified in subsections (a) and (b) must encompass the following areas: The prevention, detection and reporting of abuse, suspected abuse and alleged abuse in accordance with the Older Adults Protective Services Act (35 P.S. §§ 10225.101-10225.5102). The child protective services law (23 Pa. C.S. §§ 6301-6386) the Adult Protective Services Act (35 P.S. §§ 10210.101 - 10210.704) and applicable protective services regulations.CEO completed the training on abuse prevent and detection on 08/19/2024 through myODP. 08/19/2024 Implemented
6400.52(c)(4)Chief Executive Officer #1 was not trained on recognizing and reporting incidents during the 7/1/2023 - 6/30/2024 training year.The annual training hours specified in subsections (a) and (b) must encompass the following areas: Recognizing and reporting incidents.CEO completed the training through myODP on 08/26/2024 08/26/2024 Implemented
6400.52(c)(6)Chief Executive Officer #1 was not trained on the implementation of the individual plans for the individual's they provide services to during the 7/1/2023 - 6/30/2024 training year. Direct Service Worker #4 was not trained on the implementation of the individual plans for the individual's they provide services to during the 7/1/2023 - 6/30/2024 training year.The annual training hours specified in subsections (a) and (b) must encompass the following areas: Implementation of the individual plan if the person works directly with an individual.CEO was trained on 08/12/2024 on ISP's and the DSP was trained on 8/30/2024 on ISP's. 08/30/2024 Implemented
SIN-00244880 Unannounced Monitoring 04/30/2024 Non Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.64(a)On 5/01/2024, the basement floor was covered in dirt and debris. A Dunkin Donuts plastic cup was located on top of the dehumidifier and was filled with approximately three inches of brown liquid. A purple substance was splattered on the dehumidifier. There were two half smoked cigarettes, one in the enclosed front porch on the windowsill and one in the enclosed back porch on the windowsill. The attic floor was covered in dirt and dust. A dirty infant walker and a dirty portable infant pack and play was observed in the basement. A mannequin head located in the attic was coated in a layer of dirt.Clean and sanitary conditions shall be maintained in the home. Attic and basement were cleaned, and a thorough inspection was performed. Debris was removed, unused items of prior owners, and unnecessary clutter. Dehumidifier was cleaned and the exterior of it was wiped down. cigarette butts were removed. [During the renewal inspection that occurred on 8/6-7/2024 this regulation was identified as non-compliance during home inspections. Training documents provided by the provider did not address the requirements of 6400.50(a), as the documents did not include the content of the training; therefore compliance could not be measured and implementation could not be verified. DPOC by HDKP, HSLS, on 10/18/2024]. 06/03/2024 Not Implemented
6400.66On 5/01/2024 the attic of the home did not have a light.Rooms, hallways, interior stairways, outside steps, outside doorways, porches, ramps and fire escapes shall be lighted to assure safety and to avoid accidents. Lights bulbs were installed. [During the renewal inspection that occurred on 8/6-7/2024 this regulation was identified as non-compliance during home inspections. Training documents provided by the provider did not address the requirements of 6400.50(a), as the documents did not include the content of the training; therefore compliance could not be measured and implementation could not be verified. DPOC by HDKP, HSLS, on 10/18/2024]. 06/03/2024 Not Implemented
6400.67(a)On 5/01/2024, the second-floor bathroom closet area had paint peeling from the ceiling in the right corner. There was an approximate 5-inch crack in the ceiling panel above the shower. Individual #3's bedroom ceiling had multiple cracks. The enclosed porch leading to the back yard had a wall panel to the right of the back door which was broken at the bottom with an approximate 12-inch-long hole.Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces shall be in good repair. Repaired the cracks using high- quality materials and repainted the affected areas with durable, long-lasting paint. also reinforced the structural integrity of these areas to prevent future issues. [During the unannounced Plan of Correction Verification inspection on 9/27/24 this regulation was identified as non-compliance during home inspections. Therefore the POC cannot be verified as implemented. DPOC by HDKP, HSLS, on 10/18/2024]. 06/03/2024 Not Implemented
6400.67(b)On 5/01/2024. the following hazardous conditions were observed: there was an open drain hole with no cover in the basement, two bricks were laying on the basement floor, an extension cord was in the middle of the basement floor near the dehumidifier, a thin white plastic pipe approximately five feet in length was laying out on the basement floor, multiple cords and wires were hanging down from the ceiling of the basement, nine cardboard boxes in varying sizes were on the left side of the basement scattered on the floor, and there were two window air conditioner units lying in the middle of the floor with cords sprawled on the floor. Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces shall be free of hazards.The open drain hole was covered to prevent accidents, The bricks and cardboards were removed, the plastic pipe also was removed. All wires and cords hanging from ceiling were properly organized and secured. Extension cord was removed. The air conditioners were relocated to designated storage until needed. [During the renewal inspection that occurred on 8/6-7/2024 this regulation was identified as non-compliance during home inspections. Training documents provided by the provider did not address the requirements of 6400.50(a), as the documents did not include the content of the training; therefore compliance could not be measured and implementation could not be verified. DPOC by HDKP, HSLS, on 10/18/2024]. 06/04/2024 Not Implemented
6400.73(a)On 5/01/2024, the stairs descending to the basement level of the home did not have a well-secured handrail. Each ramp, and interior stairway and outside steps exceeding two steps shall have a well-secured handrail. Maintenace secured the handrail to ensure its stable and safe for use. [During the renewal inspection that occurred on 8/6-7/2024 this regulation was identified as non-compliance during home inspections. Training documents provided by the provider did not address the requirements of 6400.50(a), as the documents did not include the content of the training; therefore compliance could not be measured and implementation could not be verified. DPOC by HDKP, HSLS, on 10/18/2024]. 06/04/2024 Not Implemented
6400.82(e)On 5/01/2024, the shower in the first-floor bathroom did not have a non-slip surface or mat. Bathtubs and showers shall have a nonslip surface or mat. Non-slip mat was purchased and placed in the shower immediately to prevent slips and falls. 06/04/2024 Implemented
6400.82(f)On 5/01/2024, the first-floor bathroom did not have a trash receptacle.Each bathroom and toilet area that is used shall have a sink, wall mirror, soap, toilet paper, individual clean paper or cloth towels and trash receptacle. A trash can was purchased and placed in the bathroom. [During the renewal inspection that occurred on 8/6-7/2024 this regulation was identified as non-compliance during home inspections. Training documents provided by the provider did not address the requirements of 6400.50(a), as the documents did not include the content of the training; therefore compliance could not be measured and implementation could not be verified. DPOC by HDKP, HSLS, on 10/18/2024]. 05/20/2024 Not Implemented
6400.101On 5/01/2024, there was a pad lock on the exterior of the door leading to the attic. This door was the only egress from the attic.Stairways, halls, doorways, passageways and exits from rooms and from the building shall be unobstructed. The padlock was promptly removed from the attic door. [During the renewal inspection that occurred on 8/6-7/2024 this regulation was identified as non-compliance during home inspections. Training documents provided by the provider did not address the requirements of 6400.50(a), as the documents did not include the content of the training; therefore compliance could not be measured and implementation could not be verified. DPOC by HDKP, HSLS, on 10/18/2024]. 06/04/2024 Not Implemented
6400.111(a)On 5/01/2024, there was no operable fire extinguisher with a minimum 2-A rating in the attic.There shall be at least one operable fire extinguisher with a minimum 2-A rating for each floor, including the basement and attic. A fire extinguisher meeting the required rating was promptly installed in the attic to ensure compliance with safety regulations. 06/04/2024 Implemented
6400.32(h)Individual #1 was subject to audio and video recording in their home through 4/26/2024. Individual #2 was subject to audio and video recording in their home through 4/26/2024. Individual #3 was subject to audio and video recording in their home through 4/26/2024. The practice of audio and video recording was being utilized by the agency throughout all of their licensed residential homes.An individual has the right to privacy of person and possessions.The audio was immediately shut down to cease any further audio recording. All residents were informed about the incident and signed a new camera Policy/Procedure. 04/26/2024 Implemented
6400.32(l)During an interview completed on 5/01/2024 with Individual #2, it was reported that the individual has been denied going to visit other individuals' homes within the agency and has been denied having other individuals visit their home.An individual has the right to receive scheduled and unscheduled visitors, and to communicate and meet privately with whom the individual chooses, at any time.Will review and update our policies to ensure that individuals are allowed to receive visitors in their homes within reasonable guidelines that prioritize safety and well-being. 06/03/2024 Implemented
6400.163(h)On 5/1/2024 the following medications expired 4/18/2024 and were present in Individual #1's medication box: Banophen Capsule 25mg, Cal-gest Chew 500mg, and Loperamide Capsule 2mg.Prescription medications that are discontinued or expired shall be destroyed in a safe manner according to Federal and State statutes and regulations.The medication was removed from the medication box immediately after. 05/20/2024 Implemented
SIN-00229747 Renewal 08/22/2023 Compliant - Finalized