Western Slope Memory Care

“Sec Env-Enhncd Rsdnt CP Incld 6 CCR 1011-1 CHAPTER 7 - ASSISTED LIVING RESIDENCES PART 25 - SECURE ENVIRONMENT - Enhanced Resident Care Plan 25.10 In addition to the information required for a resident care plan at Part 12.10, the care plan for each resident in a secure environment shall include the following: (A) A description of the resident's wandering patterns and known behavioral expressions, along with individualized approaches to be implemented by staff to protect the resident and other residents with whom they have contact; (B) A description of how the resident will have continuous independent access to his or her individual room, along with the ALR's plan to protect the resident from unwanted visitation by other residents; (C) Identification of the type and level of staff oversight, monitoring, and/or accompaniment that the ALR deems necessary to meet the needs of the resident within the secure environment and secure outdoor area; and (D) Documentation describing the personal grooming and hygiene items that are determined safe for the resident to have in their own possession for self-care, and how those items are stored to prevent unauthorized access by other residents.”

This is the rule that was cited, not the inspector’s specific finding.

“Sec Env-Stff Tr Wrk Indep 6 CCR 1011-1 CHAPTER 7 - ASSISTED LIVING RESIDENCES PART 25 - SECURE ENVIRONMENT - Staff Training 25.14 Before a staff member is allowed to work independently in the secure environment, the assisted living residence shall provide each staff member with training and education on the provision of care and services for the specific population in the assisted living residence. (A) At a minimum, the individual shall be trained on the care plan for each resident to which the individual could provide care given the staff member's assigned duties and responsibilities. Such training shall be documented.”

This is the rule that was cited, not the inspector’s specific finding.

“Res Care Srvs-Fall Mgt Pr 6 CCR 1011-1 CHAPTER 7 - ASSISTED LIVING RESIDENCES PART 12 - RESIDENT CARE SERVICES - Fall Management Program 12.15 The assisted living residence shall develop policies and procedures to establish a fall management program. The program shall include the following: (A) Providing fall management education and materials to residents and family members; (B) Detailing in each resident's care plan the individualized approach necessary to address fall risk related to deficits in strength, balance, and eyesight, or effects of medication as identified during the comprehensive resident assessment; (C) Providing resident engagement activities to improve strength and balance as specified in Part 12.22(C); (D) Routinely inspecting and maintaining a safe exterior and interior environment as specified in Parts 21 and 22; and (E) Providing staff training related to fall prevention as specified in Part 7.8(B)(6).”

This is the rule that was cited, not the inspector’s specific finding.

“Res Rghts Rts/Rspn-Civ/Rel-Explt 6 CCR 1011-1 CHAPTER 7 - ASSISTED LIVING RESIDENCES PART 13 - RESIDENT RIGHTS 13.1 The assisted living residence shall adopt, and place in a publically visible location, a statement regarding the rights and responsibilities of its residents. The assisted living residence and staff shall observe these rights in the care, treatment, and oversight of the residents. The statement of rights shall include, at a minimum, the following items: (B) The right to civil and religious liberties, including: (4) The right to live free from financial exploitation, restraint as defined in this chapter, and involuntary confinement except as allowed by the secure environment requirements of this chapter;”

This is the rule that was cited, not the inspector’s specific finding.

“Res Rts-Inv Ab/Neg Alleg or Inj Unk Org A/N 6 CCR 1011-1 CHAPTER 7 - ASSISTED LIVING RESIDENCES PART 13 - RESIDENT RIGHTS - Investigation of Abuse and Neglect Allegations or Injuries of Unknown Origin 13.11 The assisted living residence shall investigate all allegations of abuse, neglect, or exploitation of residents in accordance with Part 5.3 and its written policy which shall include, but not be limited to, the following: (A) Reporting requirements to the appropriate agencies such as the adult protection services of the appropriate county Department of Social Services, and to the assisted living residence administrator; (B) A requirement that the assisted living residence notify the legal representative about the allegation within 24 hours of the assisted living residence becoming aware of the allegation; (C) The process for investigating such allegations; (D) How the assisted living residence will document the investigation process to evidence the required reporting and that a thorough investigation was conducted; (E) A requirement that the resident shall be protected from potential future abuse and neglect, and/or exploitation while the investigation is being conducted; (F) A requirement that if the alleged neglect or abuse is verified, the assisted living residence shall take appropriate corrective action; and (G) A requirement that a copy of the report with the investigation findings shall be retained by the facility and available for Department review.”

This is the rule that was cited, not the inspector’s specific finding.