Incident investigation·December 12, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Iby Strong conducted a Case Management Visit on today’s date. LPA met with Wellness Director Jenna Purnell and discussed the purpose of the visit. On 12/11/2023 the RO received notification from the Licensee that the facility had a fire. There are six (6) buildings on the property. The fire was reported to occur in Building B, room 8. According to staff present, at approximately 8:45am, the facility fire alarms went off. Staff immediately evacuated 20 of the residents residing in this building. All 20 residents of this building were accounted for and were brought to the adjacent buildings on the property. Local fire and police arrived. Local fire department provided all clear of fire at approximately 1:00 PM. During today's visit, LPA conducted a health and safety check on the residents in care and observed the room where the fire took place. The room was clean and damaged furnishings have been replaced. No deficiencies were cited or observed on this date. An exit interview was conducted. The Licensee will be provided a copy of the Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC9058 03/22).