Hidden Meadows on the Ridge the Laurels

The home failed to report an incident where a staff member became aggressive and kicked a resident's heels to the Department within 24 hours.

A staff member physically abused a resident by being forceful, yelling, and kicking the resident's heels to force movement.

A resident was not treated with dignity and respect after a staff member used a stopping motion to prevent them from interacting with a friend.

Resident diet books and assessment sheets were found unlocked, unattended, and accessible in common areas and pantries.

The facility's direct care staff training records did not include the source or length of the training provided.

A bedside mobility device was improperly secured, creating a one-foot entrapment zone between the side rails and the mattress.

A third-party contracted staff member did not receive the required orientation on fire safety and emergency preparedness during their first day of work.

A resident eloped from the facility and was found at a local hospital after a staff member exited the building without ensuring the door locked behind them.

On 03/01/25, only 77 hours of direct care staffing were provided, failing to meet the required minimum of 84 hours for 42 residents.

The narcotic book was found unlocked, unattended, and accessible to non-medical personnel at the medication cart.

Resident-home contracts for two residents were not signed by the residents.

A direct care staff person lacked a high school diploma, GED, or active status on the Pennsylvania nurse aide registry.

A space heater in the dementia care unit was hot to the touch and lacked a physical barrier to protect at-risk individuals.

The facility did not maintain the required 3-day supply of emergency drinking water for the number of residents served.

A cabinet under a bathroom sink was unlocked and contained poisonous materials, such as toothpaste, accessible to residents.

Three bags of unlabeled and undated bread were found in the C wing refrigerator, one of which contained moldy bread.

An unlabeled and undated bowl of soup was found in the A wing service kitchen refrigerator.

The home did not post influenza information in a conspicuous place as required by the Influenza Awareness Act.

The carpet in the common area was found to be worn and frayed.