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Staff File Mistakes That Frequently Lead to Assisted Living Deficiencies When state surveyors visit an assisted living facility, one of the first things they review

A “House Wheelchair” Is a Communal Assistive Device Even if it’s only used occasionally, once that wheelchair is used for more than one resident, it

The Health Department Never Came” Is Not an Acceptable Answer One of the most common responses facilities give when asked for inspection reports is: “The

Emergency Access to Records: A Common Staffing Deficiency Under 59A-36.010 Staffing compliance in Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs) goes beyond meeting required hours on paper. One

Hand Hygiene During Med Pass: One of the Most Cited Deficiencies Under 59A-36.008 Medication practices remain one of the most heavily scrutinized areas during assisted

Transportation Responsibilities in Assisted Living: Understanding 59A-36.007 Providing access to health care is a core responsibility of Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs). Transportation plays a major