Milford Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

In the surveyor’s words

From the most serious findings on record at Milford Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, in the surveyor’s own words.

• Actual harm, isolatedF689Jan 3, 2024

  Based on a review of clinical records and select incident reports, and staff interview it was determined that the facility failed to develop and implement effective fall prevention interventions for a resident with known unsafe behaviors to prevent a fall resulting in serious injury, a fractured clavicle, for one out 11 sampled residents (Resident 3). Findings include: A review of Resident 3's clinical record revealed that she was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses that included a history of a fracture of the left femoral neck [is a type of hip fracture of the thigh bone (femur) which is just below the ball of the ball-and-socket hip joint], difficulty walking, and cognitive communication deficit [difficulty with any aspect of communication that is affected by disruption of… […]

• Actual harm, isolatedF600Jun 2, 2021

  Based on a review of clinical records and select facility investigative reports and staff interview it was revealed that the facility neglected to provide the care necessary to prevent physical harm, a serious injury, a diagnosed fractured neck and possible [CONDITION(S)], sustained during an avoidable fall, by one of six residents reviewed (Resident 1). Findings include: Clinical record review revealed that Resident 1 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses [MEDICAL RECORD OR PHYSICIAN ORDER] . […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF812Jul 1, 2025

  Based on observation and staff interview, it was determined the facility failed to maintain acceptable practices for the storage and service of food to prevent the potential for contamination and microbial growth in food, which increased the risk of food-borne illness in the dietary department. Findings include: Food safety and inspection standards for safe food handling indicate that everything that comes in contact with food must be kept clean and food that is mishandled can lead to foodborne illness. Safe steps in food handling, cooking, and storage are essential in preventing foodborne illness. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF814Aug 15, 2024

  Based on observation and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to properly dispose of garbage and refuse. Findings include: Observation on August 13, 2024, at 10:20 AM in the presence of the food service director revealed that the facility's dumpster, containing bags of garbage, was not covered. One of the two lids on the dumpster was observed open. There were food containers and debris scattered on the ground surrounding the dumpster. Interview with the food service director at this time confirmed that the dumpster lid was to be kept closed and that the area surrounding the dumpster should be maintained in a sanitary manner. 28 Pa Code 201.8 (e)(2.1) Management

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF836Jul 26, 2024

  Based on a review of the results of facility water testing for safe drinking water and interviews with laboratory staff and facility staff it was determined the facility failed to comply with requirements from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture and Pennsylvania Drinking Water Information System (PADWIS) in conjunction with the Title 25 Pa. Code Chapter 109 Subchapter C Monitoring Requirements relating to Title 40, Code of Federal regulations 40 CFR. Findings included: According to the PADWIS the facility received violations regarding the failure to monitor/report routine samples for specific contaminates for 30 types of contaminates resulting in a violation for each contaminant on July 23, 2024. […]