Port Townsend Senior Living

Compressed gas containers were found chained to the wall; inspection was conducted to address a complaint regarding propane containers.

The facility failed to issue a required refund within 30 days after a resident passed away and their belongings were removed from the facility, resulting in incorrect billing for services not received.

Portable fire extinguisher in activity room was blocked by cart and various items.

Facility failed to provide documentation showing annual inspection of all fire-resistance-rated construction.

Facility failed to provide fire/smoke damper inspection report.

Facility needs to schedule semi-annual fire alarm inspection, due in April of 2026.

Facility failed to provide documentation that carbon monoxide alarms are being inspected and maintained.

Facility failed to provide documentation for 3-year dry system full flow trip test, annual trip test, and annual forward flow test for sprinkler backflow. Sprinkler report indicates need for dry/wet heads sample testing.

Facility failed to provide documentation showing kitchen suppression system is being inspected twice a year; tag on pull station shows yellow status.

Facility failed to provide documentation showing annual 1.5 hour power test of all exit signs and emergency lights.

Facility failed to provide documentation of annual inspection for the generator.

Facility failed to maintain fire door for storage in back of chart room.

Missing annual inspection report, 5-year internal pipe inspection, 3-year dry system full flow trip test, and annual trip test. 1st floor chart room has a loaded sprinkler head.

Facility failed to provide annual inspection report for the generator.

Kitchen suppression system in yellow status; new cooking arrangement does not match installed system.

1st floor chart room door and 1st floor staff laundry room door not latching.

Multiple electrical panels in kitchen manager's office being blocked by various items.

Facility failed to provide 1st and 2nd semi-annual inspection reports of the kitchen suppression system.

Extension cord in use in room 170; extension cord used to charge scooters outside of dining area.

Fire extinguisher outside of kitchen manager's office did not have its annual inspection.

Facility failed to have a Washington State name and date of birth background check for 1 contracted staff prior to working and failed to ensure national fingerprint background check results for another contracted staff within the required time.

Facility failed to maintain hot water temperatures within the required 105°F to 120°F range, with readings observed as high as 124.7°F.

Facility failed to ensure resident was administered medications as ordered for 1 resident (medication was not held per physician orders for blood pressure parameters).

Facility failed to provide necessary handwashing supplies in resident rooms.

Facility failed to provide necessary handwashing supplies (soap and paper towels) in 6 of 6 resident rooms for staff use.

Facility failed to maintain a safe, sanitary environment; noted mold under South dining room sink, water-damaged walls/flooring in laundry room, blocked access to mechanical room, and general clutter/poor sanitation in dumpster areas.

Facility failed to provide necessary handwashing supplies (soap/paper towels) in resident rooms and common areas, impacting 53 residents.

Facility failed to notify the physician when Resident 3 (R3) consistently refused eye drop medications.

Facility failed to implement and develop a 30-day negotiated resident service plan for 1 new sampled resident.

Facility failed to ensure resident pets had up-to-date veterinary examinations, immunizations, and certifications regarding diseases transmittable to humans.

Facility failed to ensure timely national fingerprint background checks for Health Services Director (Staff B) and failed to verify background checks for an agency caregiver (Staff H).

Facility failed to perform a preadmission assessment for 1 of 2 sampled residents (R3) prior to admission.

The facility failed to document plans to provide necessary care, services, and behavioral interventions in the Negotiated Service Agreements for 5 of 7 sampled residents.

Executive Director (Staff A) had not completed required specialty training for developmental disabilities.

Facility failed to develop initial and 30-day negotiated service plans for 1 of 2 sampled residents (R7).

The facility failed to monitor resident well-being and take appropriate actions following resident falls and changes in condition, including significant gaps in progress notes.

Facility failed to store food at least six inches off the floor in kitchen/freezer areas and had uncleansed, dusty air vents above the food assembly line.

Facility failed to maintain fire safety regulations regarding smoking distances and keeping fire-rated doors closed/unblocked.

Facility failed to administer medications as prescribed for R2 (e.g., blood pressure medication not given when parameters were met; incorrect administration of medications).

Facility failed to complete ongoing assessments for 2 of 7 sampled residents (R1, R4) following identified problems and changes of condition.

Some staff were unable to identify the state hotline number to report abuse and neglect without prompting.

The facility failed to perform self-medication assessments for residents R1, R2, and R3. The facility administered prescription medications to these residents, yet allowed them to keep over-the-counter medications in their rooms without physician orders or safety assessments, resulting in unsecured medications.

Facility failed to maintain compliance and implement a plan of correction for providing necessary handwashing supplies, impacting 58 residents, staff, and visitors.

Facility failed to develop policies and train staff on safe medication practices; residents were found with unsecured medications in their rooms, posing risks of misuse and medical complications.