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Inspection visit

Complaint

MERRILL GARDENS AT WILLOW GLENLicense 4352028072 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Complaint alleges facility increased residents services without proper notice. Based upon a review of resident records LPA identified a notice of rate increase dated 11/1/2023. The letter stated that the rate increase for R1 was effective the same date of 11/1/2023 and is not within required time frame to for proper notification. Complaint also indicates an increased level of care not given proper notice. In addition, LPA identified a documented assessment for R1 indicating a higher level of care dated 10/17/2023. However the assessment did not include the increased rate and effective date nor was it signed by R1 or R1's responsible party indicating acknowledgement. Allegations, f acility did not follow physician’s order when administering medication to a resident and facility increased residents services without proper notice are found to be SUBSTANTIATED. A finding that the complaint is SUBSTANTIATED means that the allegation is valid because the preponderance of the evidence standard has been met. The following deficiencies were cited on 9099-D, per Title 22 Regulations, Division 6. Failure to correct the deficiency and/or repeat deficiencies within a 12 month period may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted and appeal of rights provided.

Citations

2 citations recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

  • 1569.655(a)Type B

    1569.655 Increase in fee rates for elderly residents (a) If a licensee of a residential care facility for the elderly increases the rates of fees for residents or makes increases in any of its rate structures for services, the licensee shall provide no less than 90 days’ prior written notice...**This was not met as evidence by**

  • Assist residents with self-administered medication

    87465 Incidental Medical and Dental Care (a)(4) The licensee shall assist residents with self administered medications as needed.This requirement was not met as evidence by:

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What happened during the May 7, 2025 inspection of MERRILL GARDENS AT WILLOW GLEN?

This was a complaint inspection of MERRILL GARDENS AT WILLOW GLEN on May 7, 2025. 2 citations were issued: 1 Type A (serious) and 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to MERRILL GARDENS AT WILLOW GLEN on May 7, 2025?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (1 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "1569.655 Increase in fee rates for elderly residents (a) If a licensee of a residential care facility for the elderly in..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a complaint inspection. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern about the facility to CCLD.

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