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No Medicare penalties on record · Staff turnover reported at 7%
This facility has areas of concern that warrant careful consideration. Registered Nurse hours are 33% of the EveryPlace reference benchmark; ask how RN coverage is allocated across shifts. The latest standard survey recorded 6 findings, above the AL average of 3.9. We recommend asking the administrator directly: "How are you addressing recent staffing shortfalls?" These are not reasons to panic, but they are reasons to ask tough questions and visit in person.
Father Purcell Memorial Exceptional Children's Center is highly regarded by long-term families for its dedicated, loving staff and the quality of life provided to residents. While most feedback consists of high-level praise for the care provided over many years, one reviewer noted a specific concern regarding dental care coordination for residents.
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Key Review Excerpts
“Our son, Rusty, lived at Father Purcell's for 14 years. We will always cherish the staff for their loving care to him. In all those years, we never had one complaint.”
“My son lives here and has been with this amazing facility for almost 10 years. There's no where else I'd want him to be! They have given him quality of life and he's succeeded because of their hard work and dedication.”
“VISITED MY GRANDSON WHO HAZ BEEN A RESIDENT SINCE 2014...VERY LOVELY FACILITY...ONLY 4 STARZ 2DAY CAUS IM A LITTLE CONCERND BOUT DENTAL CARE...WHICH I WILL CALL N ADDREZZ LATR”
Both RN and total nursing hours are below the EveryPlace reference benchmarks. Ask the facility how it staffs each shift for current resident needs.
Reference benchmarks (0.75 RN and 4.1 total nursing hours per resident/day) are comparison targets, not current federal minimum requirements.
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 12 measures
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Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
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Detailed Medicare record · up to 3-year lookback
This facility has 22 deficiencies across three surveys, with recurring issues in fire safety systems, electrical equipment maintenance, and resident room capacity limits appearing in multiple inspections. The most concerning pattern is repeated violations regarding room occupancy that span from 2018 to 2022, suggesting persistent structural challenges. While all deficiencies show correction dates, the recurring nature of several safety-related issues may warrant discussion during facility visits.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Establish an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Environmental Deficiencies
Ensure resident rooms hold no more than 4 residents; for new construction after November 28, 2016, rooms hold no more than 2 residents.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Administration Deficiencies
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Smoke Deficiencies
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Environmental Deficiencies
Ensure resident rooms hold no more than 4 residents; for new construction after November 28, 2016, rooms hold no more than 2 residents.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Environmental Deficiencies
Ensure resident rooms hold no more than 4 residents; for new construction after November 28, 2016, rooms hold no more than 2 residents.
Father Purcell Memorial Exceptional Children's Ctr
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