F 0550
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or
her rights.
Based on review clinical records and resident and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed
to provide care in a manner and environment that promotes each resident's quality of life by failing to
respond timely to residents' requests for staff assistance as evidenced by experiences reported by six
residents out of eight interviewed (Residents 21, 62, 81, 39, 49, 69, 101, and 61).
Findings include:
A review of resident clinical records and a facility provided BIMS (brief interview mental status - a tool that
assesses cognitive status) report and random interviews conducted on May 15, 2024, with 8 alert and
oriented residents, revealed that 6 of the 8 residents interviewed voiced concerns regarding staff's failure to
respond to their requests for assistance from staff and provide requested and needed care and services in
a timely manner.
During interviews, the residents relayed that they feel the facility is not adequately staffed because they wait
extended periods of time for staff to respond to their requests for assistance, including untimely responses
to their requests via the nurse call bell system.
An interview with Resident 62 on May 15, 2024, at 10:05 AM revealed that he consistently waits over 15
minutes for staff to respond to his call bell rings for assistance. He explained that sometimes the wait is up
to an hour. He stated that it has been going on for a while now and that he has given up on bringing it up
with staff and during resident meetings because nothing has been done to resolve the issue. The resident
stated that it is like beating a dead horse. The only thing we get in response is that we are working on it.
Resident 62 explained that there is not enough nursing staff to help the residents that need assistance with
care. Resident 62 shared that when his family recently came to visit, he wished to spend time with them
outside. However, due to insufficient staffing to help him into his chair promptly, he had to have the visit in
his room instead. Resident 62 indicated that the wait times for staff assistance continues to be a problem.
An interview with Resident 81 on May 15, 2024, at 10:50 AM revealed she sometimes needs staff's
assistance but will not ring her call bell because she knows that staff are busy assisting the other residents
and will not respond timely.
An interview with Resident 69 on May 15, 2024, at approximately 12:05 PM revealed that she waits 30
minutes for staff to answer her call bell. The resident stated that these waits occur anytime, but mostly on
the 3rd shift (night shift) of nursing duty, and that there have been times she has soiled herself while waiting
for the call bell to be answered to provide assistance with toileting. She
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Any deficiency statement ending with an asterisk (*) denotes a deficiency which the institution may be excused from correcting providing it is determined that other
safeguards provide sufficient protection to the patients. (See instructions.) Except for nursing homes, the findings stated above are disclosable 90 days following the
date of survey whether or not a plan of correction is provided. For nursing homes, the above findings and plans of correction are disclosable 14 days following the date
these documents are made available to the facility. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction is requisite to continued program participation.
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F 0550
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
further stated that she feels that short staffing is a problem in the facility that creates these long waits for
residents to receive personal assistance when requested.
Interview with Resident 49 on May 15, 2024, at approximately 12:15 PM, revealed that the resident stated
she waits awhile for staff to answer her call bell. The long waits can occur at any time of day or shift and
there have been times she has soiled herself while waiting for the call bell to be answered.
Interview with Resident 39 on May 15, 2024, at approximately 12:20 PM, revealed that she feels that short
staffing is a problem in the facility because she waits up to an hour for staff to answer her call bell. The
resident stated that these waits occur daily, and are mostly during mealtimes.
An interview with Resident 61 on May 15, 2024, at approximately 1:02 PM revealed that he waits 30
minutes for staff to answer his call bell. The resident stated that these waits occur mostly on the 2nd shift
(evening shift) of nursing duty.
An interview on May 15, 2024, at approximately 1:25 PM with the Nursing Home Administrator (NHA)
verified that it is his expectation that all residents be treated with dignity and respect. The NHA was unable
to explain why multiple residents are reporting untimely staff response times, resulting in the residents'
feelings that the facility is not adequately staffed, which was negatively affecting the residents' quality of life
in the facility.
28 Pa. Code 201.18 (e)(1) Management.
28 Pa. Code 201.29 (a) Resident rights.
28 Pa Code 211.12 (d)(5) Nursing services
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Shenandoah, PA 17976
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F 0565
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, a review of select facility policy, clinical records, the minutes from resident group meetings and
grievances lodged with the facility, and resident and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed
to demonstrate their response to resident complaints and grievances, including those raised at group
meetings, including resident complaints and grievances raised during two of the two resident group meeting
minutes reviewed (March 2024 and April 2024),
Residents Affected - Some
Findings include:
A review of the facility policy titled Grievances, last reviewed by the facility on June 30, 2023, revealed that
the facility has a system in place to ensure the residents right to prompt efforts to resolve grievances. The
policy specifies that residents can expect a completed review of the grievance within five to seven business
days. The policy also indicates that all written grievance decisions include a summary statement of the
resident's grievance, steps taken to investigate the grievance, a summary of pertinent findings or
conclusions, and any corrective action taken or to be taken by the facility as a result of the grievance.
A clinical record review revealed a BIMS (Brief Interview for Mental Status- a tool within the Cognitive
Section of the MDS that is used to assess the resident's attention, orientation, and ability to register and
recall new information; a score of 13-15 indicates cognition is intact) assessment dated [DATE]. The
assessment indicated that Resident 62 is cognitively intact with a BIMS score of 15.
An interview with Resident 62 on May 15, 2024, at 10:05 AM revealed that he consistently waits over 15
minutes for staff to respond to his call bell rings for assistance. He explained that sometimes the wait is up
to an hour. He indicated that it has been going on for a while now and that he has given up on bringing it up
with staff and during resident meetings because nothing has been done to resolve the issue. The resident
indicated that it is like beating a dead horse. The only thing we get in response is that we are working on it.
Resident 62 explained that there is not enough nursing staff to help the residents that need assistance with
care. Resident 62 shared that when his family recently came to visit, he wished to spend time with them
outside. However, due to insufficient staffing to help him into his chair promptly, he had to have the visit in
his room instead. Resident 62 indicated that the wait times for staff assistance continue to be a problem.
A clinical record review revealed a BIMS (Brief Interview for Mental Status- a tool within the Cognitive
Section of the MDS that is used to assess the resident's attention, orientation, and ability to register and
recall new information; a score of 13-15 indicates cognition is intact) assessment dated [DATE]. The
assessment indicated Resident 81 is cognitively intact with a BIMS score of 13.
An interview with Resident 81 on May 15, 2024, at 10:50 AM revealed that she consistently has concerns
about the temperature and quality of food. She explained that she has brought this issue up repeatedly, and
it may be good for a day or two, but then the issue continues. Specifically, she indicated that breakfast is the
worst because her eggs are cold nine out of ten times. Resident 81 said that it is discussed during resident
meetings, but it has not been resolved. She also indicated that she sometimes needs staff's assistance but
will not ring her call bell because she knows that staff are busy assisting the other residents.
A clinical record review revealed a BIMS (Brief Interview for Mental Status- a tool within the
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Shenandoah Senior Living Community
101 E. Washington St
Shenandoah, PA 17976
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0565
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Cognitive Section of the MDS that is used to assess the resident's attention, orientation, and ability to
register and recall new information; a score of 13-15 indicates cognition is intact) assessment dated
[DATE]. The assessment indicated that Resident 21 is cognitively intact with a BIMS score of 15.
An interview with Resident 21 on May 15, 2024, at 11:15 AM revealed that she has concerns that she has
brought up to staff and during meetings, but the facility has not resolved her concerns. She explained that
there was a resident meeting about a month ago. Resident 21 indicated that she expressed concerns about
the food temperature and her bedroom window not opening. She explained that the facility has not resolved
the problem.
A review of Resident Council meeting minutes dated March 21, 2024 revealed that residents stated food
needs to be warmer. Residents at the meeting indicated that hot coffee and hot tea are served cold.
Residents indicated that the menu needs more variety. Also, the meeting minutes indicated that nursing
staff are not answering residents' call bell rings.
There was no documented evidence that grievances were filed on behalf of residents' concerns following
the March 21, 2024, meeting or that the facility took action to respond to the residents' concerns regarding
the temperature of food or nursing staff's untimely response to residents' call bell rings for assistance.
A review of Resident Council meeting minutes dated April 18, 2024, revealed that residents in attendance
at the meeting expressed concerns that the food needs to be warmer.
There was no documented evidence that grievances were filed on behalf of residents' concerns following
the April 18, 2024, meeting or that the facility took action to respond to the residents' concerns regarding
the temperature of food.
During an interview on May 15, 2023, at approximately 2:30 PM, the Director of Nursing (DON) and
Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) were unable to provide evidence that the facility responded to residents'
concerns raised at resident group meetings in regards to the temperature of food and the timeliness of
staff's response to residents' call bell rings for assistance. The NHA and DON were unable to provide
evidence that the facility made efforts to resolve the concerns raised by residents during group meetings
and communicated any follow-up actions to residents regarding those concerns. The DON and NHA
confirmed that it is the policy of the facility to respond to resident concerns raised during resident group
meetings and to provide resident groups with responses, actions, and rationale taken to resolve grievances
and concerns.
Refer F804
28 Pa. Code: 201.18 (e)(1) Management.
28 Pa. Code: 201.29 (a) Resident Rights.
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101 E. Washington St
Shenandoah, PA 17976
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F 0585
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must
establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on a
review of clinical records and the facility's grievance/concern log, staff and resident interviews it was
determined that the facility failed to demonstrate prompt efforts to resolve resident grievances as evidenced
by one resident out of eight sampled (Resident 69) and maintain accurate and complete evidence of the
implementation of the facility's grievance process from receipt to resolution.
Findings included
A review of Resident 69's clinical record, indicated she was admitted to the facility on [DATE], and was
cognitively intact.
A Social Services note dated April 26, 2024, at 8:20 AM, indicated that Social Services spoke with the
resident's power of attorney (POA) regarding an invitation to a care plan meeting scheduled for May 1,
2024. During the conversation, the POA voiced some concerns regarding complaints Resident 69 had
shared with the POA about the resident's care and facility services. The resident's POA mentioned that
Resident 69 had stated she was sitting on the bed pan for 1 hour and 45 minutes and was not receiving
proper care after using the bathroom.
A review of the April 2024, resident concern log conducted at the time of the survey on May 15, 2024,
revealed only two concerns were noted, and Resident 69's complaint regarding being left on the bed pan
for 1 hour and 45 minutes, voiced by the resident's POA to Social Services on April 26, 2024, was not
included.
A review of a Social Services note dated May 6, 2024, at 10:18 AM, indicated that meeting was held on
May 6, 2024 from 9:30 - 10:00 AM with the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), therapy, Social Services,
POA, and Resident 69 to address the concerns in regards to her care, the food, and the facility. During this
meeting, the resident's POA and Resident 69 expressed other concerns regarding the resident's care,
including with a nurse aide and the food. According to this entry the ADON stated she will address the
issue with the nurse aide and remove resident from the aide's assignment. The resident's complaints
regarding the food was that the resident was served a raw hamburger and cold food. The ADON said she
would follow up with Dietary Manager. The meeting ended and all concerns were addressed according to
this social service documentation.
A review of the May 2024, resident concern log, at the time of the survey on May 15, 2024, revealed the
word NONE, written on it, and did not include the complaints raised by Resident 69 and the resident's
representative during the resident's care plan meeting on May 6, 2024.
Interview with Resident 69 on May 15, 2024, at approximately 12:05 PM, revealed that she waits 30
minutes for staff to answer her call bell, and these waits occur anytime, but mostly on 3rd shift (nightshift) of
nursing duty. The resident stated there have been times she has soiled herself while waiting for the call bell
to be answered to provide assistance with toileting. She further stated she feels that short staffing is a
problem in the facility that creates these long waits for residents to receive personal assistance when
requested. Resident 69 further stated that the food served is cold and is at times unpalatable. The resident
stated she has told staff about her concerns and filed complaints with the facility. The resident stated that
she no longer has a problem with the specific nurse aide, but the food is still a problem.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Shenandoah Senior Living Community
101 E. Washington St
Shenandoah, PA 17976
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F 0585
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
During an interview on May 15, 2024, at approximately 11:00 AM with the Nursing Home Administrator
(NHA), the survey team requested any grievances filed on behalf of Resident 69, and none were provided.
Interview with the NHA on May 15, 2024, at approximately 1:25 PM revealed that the NHA stated that the
facility had not logged any grievances, concerns, or complaints filed by Resident 69 or on the resident's
behalf and that any concerns the resident and POA had were resolved during the resident's care plan
meeting.
28 Pa. Code 201.18 (e)(1) Management
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Shenandoah, PA 17976
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to
prevent accidents.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on a
review of clinical records, information submitted by the facility, and select facility reports, and staff
interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to provide necessary supervision and effective safety
measures to monitor the whereabouts and activities of one resident out of the 13 sampled (Resident CR1).
Findings include:
A clinical record review revealed that Resident CR1 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses
that included cerebral infarction (brain damage that results from a lack of blood) and chronic obstructive
pulmonary disease (COPD is a condition caused by damage to the airways or other parts of the lung that
blocks airflow and makes it hard to breathe).
An elopement assessment dated [DATE], indicated that Resident CR1 was alert and oriented, understands
the need to be in nursing home placement for short term rehabilitation, and is a low risk for elopement.
A physician's order indicated that Resident CR1 may go out on a leave of absence with medications
initiated on April 15, 2024.
A review of an admission comprehensive Minimum Data Set assessment (MDS - a federally mandated
standardized assessment process conducted periodically to plan resident care) dated April 22, 2024
revealed that Resident CR1 is cognitively intact with a BIMS score of 14 (Brief Interview for Mental Statusa tool within the Cognitive Section of the MDS that is used to assess the resident's attention, orientation,
and ability to register and recall new information; a score of 13-15 indicates cognition is intact). The
admission MDS dated [DATE], Section GG 0170 Mobility, indicated that Resident CR1 can independently
use a wheelchair to ambulate 150 feet in a corridor or similar space.
Resident CR1's care plan dated April 25, 2024, indicated that the resident may leave the facility with
medications.
A progress note dated May 1, 2024, at 2:35 PM indicated that staff observed Resident CR1 getting out of a
car at the front entrance around 12:45 PM. The resident stated that he had gone to the car wash to look at
an engine. The note indicated that the resident had no injuries, was educated that he needs to notify staff
when he leaves the facility, and should not go alone. Resident CR1 stated that he was not aware of needing
to tell anyone where he was.
An interview on May 15, 2024, at 12:15 PM revealed that Employee 1, a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN),
was assigned to administer medications on May 1, 2024, on Resident CR1's unit. Employee 1, LPN, stated
that Resident CR1 was not in his room for the medication pass at around 10:00 AM on May 1, 2024.
Employee 1, LPN, indicated that she continued with the morning medication pass and, when finished, went
back to administer Resident CR1's medication. She stated that around 11:45 AM, she identified that
Resident CR1 was not in his room and that his lunch tray was on his bedside table and uneaten. She
alerted the nurse aides on her unit to locate Resident CR1. During the interview, she stated that Resident
CR1 enjoyed sitting outside in front of the building. When the nurse aides were not able to locate Resident
CR1, Employee 1 notified facility administration.
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
An interview with Employee 2, LPN, on May 15, 2024, at 12:28 PM revealed that her assignment on the
morning of May 1, 2024, was as a receptionist. She stated that she monitors employees, residents, and
visitors when they enter or leave the building. Employee 2, LPN, stated that she leaves the desk to use the
restroom and to assist residents in the dining room during lunch. She stated that she last saw Resident
CR1 at approximately 10:00 AM on May 1, 2024, in the hallway, heading towards the dining room.
Employee 2, LPN, stated that she did not see Resident CR1 leave the building or sign out to leave the
building on May 1, 2024.
An interview with Employee 3, Nurse Aide (NA), on May 15, 2024, at 12:55 PM revealed that she recalled
that Resident CR1 was not in his room when his lunch tray was delivered on May 1, 2024, at around 12:00
PM. She stated that the resident likes to sit outside in front of the building. Employee 3, NA, explained that it
was normal for the resident to not be in his room.
An interview with Employee 4, NA, on May 15, 2024, at 1:15 PM revealed that on May 1, 2024, she went
outside to search for Resident CR1. She stated that sometime after 12:00 PM, she saw him exiting a
vehicle in front of the building. Employee 4, NA, explained that she approached the vehicle and told the
driver that he needed to report to the facility when taking the resident. Employee 4, NA, stated that the
person said he did not know the resident and found the resident at a car wash. Resident CR1 was brought
back into the facility for assessment.
An interview with the Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) on May 15, 2024, at 1:30 PM revealed that the
facility had video footage of Resident CR1 leaving the facility. However, the NHA stated that the video
footage was no longer available to view. The NHA stated that he reviewed the video footage initially but was
unable to remember exactly the time that Resident CR1 left the building or if the receptionist was present.
The NHA stated that it may have been around 11:00 AM on May 1, 2024. The NHA was unaware of which
car wash the resident visited, but stated that the closest car wash identified was approximately a half a mile
away from the facility.
A witness statement dated May 1, 2024, provided by the Director of Nursing (DON), indicated that she
spoke with the resident upon his return. She stated that she saw him coming through the front entrance and
asked him where he went. The DON stated that Resident CR1 explained three times that he went to work
on an engine and was brought back to the facility by someone he met at the car wash because he needed
to come back to the facility for therapy.
A facility elopement report dated May 1, 2024, at 2:59 PM indicated that the resident was unable to be
located around lunchtime. Resident CR1 was seen exiting a car at the front entrance. No injuries were
noted, and he was brought back to his nursing unit. Resident CR1 was noted to be appropriately dressed
for the weather and wearing proper footwear. The report indicated that Resident CR1 was assessed and his
BIMS was a 10 (a BIMS score of 8-12 indicated moderate cognitive impairment). Resident CR1 was given
a wanderguard (a device utilized to alert caregivers if a resident attempts to exit the facility). A urine
analysis, culture and sensitivity were ordered by the physician to rule out a urinary tract infection.
A clinical record review revealed Resident CR1 was discharged to a personal care setting on May 10, 2024.
The facility was unaware that Resident CR1 left the facility without authorization and was unable to state
how long the resident was gone. Staff did not begin looking for the resident until approximately 12 PM,
although he was not available for morning medication administration at 10 AM.
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Shenandoah Senior Living Community
101 E. Washington St
Shenandoah, PA 17976
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(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0689
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
During an interview on May 15, 2024, at 2:15 PM, the NHA confirmed that it is the facility's responsibility to
provide necessary supervision and implement effective safety measures to monitor the whereabouts and
activities of residents. The NHA confirmed that the facility had no knowledge that Resident CR1 exited the
building on May 1, 2024, and could not confirm when the resident left, how long the resident was gone and
where the resident went, and its distance from the facility which the resident traveled by means of
self-propelling in a wheelchair.
28 Pa. Code 211.12 (d)(3)(5) Nursing services
28 Pa. Code 201.18 (e)(1) Management
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Department of Health & Human Services
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
395556
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
05/15/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Shenandoah Senior Living Community
101 E. Washington St
Shenandoah, PA 17976
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0804
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Based on resident and staff interviews and a review of temperature logs and clinical records revealed that
the facility failed to serve appetizing food at palatable temperatures as discerned by residents including five
of eight residents interviewed (Resident 21, 101, 61, 81, and 69).
Residents Affected - Some
Findings included:
An interview with Resident 21 on May 15, 2024, at 11:15 AM revealed that the resident stated that the food
served is not palatable and is often served cold. The resident stated that the vegetables are overcooked
and often mushy.
An interview with Resident 101 on May 15, 2024, at approximately 12:40 PM revealed that the resident
stated that the food is served cold, and mostly the breakfast meal.
An interview with Resident 61 on May 15, 2024, at approximately 1:02 PM revealed that the food could be
warmer.
A review of a Social Services note dated May 6, 2024, at 10:18 AM, indicated that meeting was held on
May 6, 2024 from 9:30 - 10:00 AM with the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), therapy, Social Services,
POA, and Resident 69 to address the concerns in regards to her care, the food, and the facility. During this
meeting, the resident's POA and Resident 69 expressed concerns regarding the food. The resident's
complaints regarding the food was that the resident was served a raw hamburger and cold food. The ADON
said she would follow up with Dietary Manager. The meeting ended and all concerns were addressed
according to this social service documentation.
However, Resident 69 stated during interview on May 15, 2024, at 12:05 PM that the food continues to be
served cold and is often unpalatable. The resident stated she has told staff about her concerns in the past,
with the food and filed complaints, but it remains unresolved.
A review of Resident Council meeting minutes dated March 21, 2024 revealed that residents stated that the
food needs to be warmer. Residents at the meeting indicated that hot coffee and hot tea are cold. Residents
also stated that the menu needs more variety.
A review of Resident Council meeting minutes from April 18, 2024, revealed that residents in attendance
indicated that the food needs to be warmer.
An interview with Resident 81 on May 15, 2024, at 10:50 AM revealed that she consistently has concerns
about the temperature and quality of food at group meetings. She explained that she has brought this issue
up repeatedly, and it may be good for a day or two, but then the issue continues. Specifically, she stated
that breakfast is the worst because her eggs are cold nine out of ten times. Resident 81 said that the
problem with cold food is discussed during resident meetings, but it has not been resolved.
Observation of the kitchen on May 15, 2024, at approximately 1:45 PM, revealed dietary department temp
log, dated March/April 2024, indicating the tray line temperatures for the breakfast, lunch and supper meals.
On March 30, and 31, 2024, the breakfast and lunch temperatures were blank, not documented.
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FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
Previous Versions Obsolete
Event ID:
Facility ID:
395556
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Page 10 of 11
Printed: 05/15/2026
Form Approved OMB
No. 0938-0391
Department of Health & Human Services
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
395556
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
05/15/2024
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Shenandoah Senior Living Community
101 E. Washington St
Shenandoah, PA 17976
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0804
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
The log for the tray line temperatures for April 2024, revealed on April 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 13, 14, 21, 22, 23, 24,
25, 27, and 28, 2024, the breakfast and lunch temperatures were blank, not documented.
A review of the tray line temperatures for May 2024, revealed on May 4, 5, 9, 11 and 12, 2024, the
breakfast and lunch temperatures were blank, not documented. When reviewed on May 15, 2024, at
approximately 1:48 PM, the temperatures were already documented, (in advance), for the supper meal for
May 15, 2024.
During an interview on May 15, 2024, at approximately 1:55 PM with Employee 5, Dietary Manager,
confirmed the lack of temperatures documented on dietary logs (tray line temperature log), and had no
explanation of why the temperatures were documented in advance for the supper meal this evening. She
acknowledged awareness of the multiple resident complaints of cold food temperatures, and that she spoke
with the resident council president, who had no concerns of the temperatures, but had no evidence that she
spoke with other residents for their input. She further stated that no additional actions were taken to include
point of service temperatures or test trays to evaluate the problem and address the residents' continued
complaints.
An interview on May 15, 2024, at approximately 1:25 PM with the Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) was
unable to explain why numerous residents complained of cold food temperatures and unpalatable food.
28 Pa. Code 201.18 (e)(1)(3) Management
28 Pa. Code 201.29 (a) Resident rights
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