The Lafayette
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What this means for your family
This facility is an excellent choice for families prioritizing clinical excellence and rehabilitation, as evidenced by remarkable recovery stories. However, you should closely monitor the professionalism of the dining and front-desk staff during your visit, as some reviewers found their service lacking.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
58 reviews on Google“Families can expect high-quality clinical care and a warm, professional nursing staff, with several reviewers reporting significant medical recoveries. While the facility is praised for its cleanliness and beautiful apartments, there are noted inconsistencies regarding the professionalism of some dining servers and front desk staff.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Exceptional nursing and rehabilitative care
- Clean and well-maintained facility
- Friendly and attentive clinical staff
- Engaging resident activities and social clubs
Concerns
- Inconsistent professionalism among dining servers and front desk staff (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Facility maintenance needs (lighting and paint)
Rating Trends
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How They Respond to Reviews
Questions for Your Tour
- 1We've heard wonderful things about the nursing and rehab teams here; could you tell us more about how the clinical staff interacts with residents on a daily basis?
- 2What kind of social clubs or group activities are currently popular among the residents to help them stay engaged?
- 3How do you ensure a consistent and professional experience for families and residents when interacting with the front desk and dining staff?
- 4Are there any upcoming plans or projects to refresh the facility's interior, such as updated lighting or paint, to keep the environment feeling modern?
- 5In the event of a medical emergency during the night, what is the protocol for getting immediate care for a resident?
- 6How does the facility maintain such a high standard of cleanliness and upkeep for the 150 residents living here?
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Key Review Excerpts
“A hospital doctor gave Mom 2 days to live, on January 21st. Mom came home walking, on March 7th, thanks to the care at Lafayette.”
“I was in for REHAB for 3 weeks. The staff was helpful from nurses and aids, to PT and OT. The was great0 i loved the variety in soups and entrees, and for me for the most part it was very filling.”
“My mother recently celebrated her 1 yr anniversary living in the Independent section of Lafayette. Her apartment is a good size and has everything she needs. We have added some services such as additional housekeeping and medication management at a reasonable added cost.”
State Inspection History
State Inspections
Source: PA State Licensing Agency
Key Findings
Between 2021 and 2024, The Lafayette underwent 25 inspections, resulting in 12 clean reports and 41 recorded violations. Findings from these inspections included issues regarding medication management, documentation accuracy, and facility safety protocols.
Nov 13, 2024Routine
A staff person left the Nurse's Office with resident information visible on a computer screen in an empty, unlocked room.
A resident's bedside mobility device was not properly secured to the bed frame, creating an entrapment hazard.
Opened eye drop medications in medication cart #3 were not dated, preventing proper tracking of expiration after opening.
Sep 27, 2023Routine
Prescribed cream medication for Resident #17 was not available in the home.
Glucometer readings for Resident #2 and Resident #3 were not documented in the MAR despite being prescribed twice daily.
The home failed to follow prescriber orders as Resident #3's blood sugar was not checked at the prescribed times.
Jul 31, 2023Routine
A staff person was not included on the current staff list provided to the department.
A staff person's fire safety and emergency preparedness orientation was not completed until after their first day of work.
A resident's medical evaluation did not include information regarding special health or dietary needs.
A discrepancy was noted in the volume of liquid morphine remaining in a bottle, and the narcotic control log failed to accurately reflect the actual volume remaining.
Jun 15, 2022Routine
The resident-home contract for resident #1 was not signed by the resident.
The home failed to provide required refunds for residents #2 and #3 within 30 days of discharge.
A handrail used by a resident had a large opening that presented a hazard for limbs getting caught.
The fire safety inspection was not completed annually, with the previous inspection dating back to 2019.
Resident #4's record included a discontinued medication that was no longer on the premises.
Jun 22, 2021OtherCleanReport
No deficiencies found during this inspection.
Apr 13, 2021Routine
Eight plastic bowls of strawberry ice cream in the activity room freezer were found unattended, unlabeled, and undated.
A resident's glucometer was not calibrated to the correct date and time, and a discrepancy was noted between the glucometer reading and the MAR log.
Apr 7, 2020OtherCleanReport
No deficiencies found during this inspection.
Nov 18, 2019Routine
A direct care staff person did not receive required training in medication self-administration and care for residents with mental illness or intellectual disabilities.
A bottle of multi-surface cleanser was left unlocked, unattended, and accessible to residents.
An uncovered, unattended trash can was found in the kitchen area.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Holy Redeemer Health System
nonprofit
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