Community Health Center

In the surveyor’s words

From the most serious findings on record at Community Health Center, in the surveyor’s own words.

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF880Apr 8, 2026

  Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure:a. wounds with an infection were covered during meal time to prevent spread of infection for 1 (#5); andb. wound care was provided in a manner to prevent contamination for 1 (#10) of 3 sampled residents reviewed for wound care; andc. proper glove usage during colostomy care for 1 (#8) of 1 sampled resident for ostomy care.The administrator identified one resident with an ostomy and four residents with wounds resided in the facility. Findings: 1. On 04/07/26 at 7:22 a.m., Resident #5 was observed seated in the dining room with wounds on their legs uncovered. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF563Jun 9, 2021

  Based on observation, record review and staff and resident interviews, it was determined the facility failed to ensure residents had the right to unrestricted visitation. The Resident Census and Conditions of Residents report, documented 33 residents resided in the facility. Findings: The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) guidance titled In-Person Nursing Home Visitation, dated 03/16/21, documented , .visitation should be allowed at all times .regardless of vaccination status .visitors should be able to adhere to core principles .if fully vaccinated, a resident may choose close contact (including touch) with their visitor while wearing a well-fitting face mask and performing hand hygiene before and after . […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF564Jun 9, 2021

  Based on observation, record review and staff and resident interviews, it was determined the facility failed to ensure residents had informed of their right to receive visitors. The Resident Census and Conditions of Residents report, documented 33 residents resided in the facility. Findings: The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) guidance titled In-Person Nursing Home Visitation, dated 03/16/21, documented , .visitation should be allowed at all times .regardless of vaccination status .visitors should be able to adhere to core principles .if fully vaccinated, a resident may choose close contact (including touch) with their visitor while wearing a well-fitting face mask and performing hand hygiene before and after . […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF585Jun 9, 2021

  Based on record review and staff interview, it was determined the facility failed to ensure grievances made by residents/family representatives were documented, investigated and resolved and the documentation was maintained. The Resident Census and Condition of Residents report, documented 33 residents resided in the facility. Findings: A grievance policy, dated 10/24/18, documented, .that each resident has the right to voice grievances to the facility without discrimination or reprisal and without fear of discrimination or reprisal .will ensure prompt resolution to all grievances, keeping the resident and resident representative informed throughout the investigation and resolution process. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF812Jun 9, 2021

  Based on observation, interview, and record review, it was determined the facility failed to: ~ ensure the ice machine was cleaned and ~ensure dishes and utensils were cleaned under sanitary conditions. The administrator identified 33 residents who received their meals from the kitchen. Findings: 1. On 06/3/21 at 11:10 a.m., the dietary manager (DM) was asked to unlock the ice machine located in the dining room. The ice machine drop was wiped with a clean white cloth in the presence of the dietary manager. Pink slime substance was observed on the cloth. The DM stated the ice machine was cleaned twice a year by maintenance. […]