The Baptist Home At Brookmeade

In the surveyor’s words

From the most serious findings on record at The Baptist Home At Brookmeade, in the surveyor’s own words.

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF609Aug 3, 2026

  Based on observation, record review, and interviews during an abbreviated survey the facility did not ensure an allegation of abuse was reported to the New York State Department of Health in accordance with State law within 24 hours of the incident for one (1) out of (3) three residents (Resident #1) reviewed for abuse. Specifically, Resident #1's Representative filed a grievance with the facility on 12/31/2025 that documented on 12/30/2025 staff were rough handling Resident #1 with toileting and bedtime care, yelling by staff, interference with Resident #1's telephone access, and denial of Resident #1's pain medication. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF558Mar 11, 2024

  Based on observation, record review and interview conducted during the recertification survey from 3/5/24- 3/11/24, the facility did not ensure that the call bell system was accessible for 1 of 27 residents reviewed for environment. Specifically, Resident #4 was observed on two occasions with the call bell system not within the resident's reach. The findings: The facility policy on call light or call bell system, entitled Call light: Accessibility and Timely Response dated February 2023, documented the purpose of the policy is to assure the facility is adequately equipped with a call light at each residents' bedside, toilet, and bathing facility to allow residents to call for assistance. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF656Mar 11, 2024

  Based on observations, interviews and record review conducted during a recertification survey 3/5/24-3/11/24, the facility did not ensure that the comprehensive person-centered care plan was developed for 1 of 1 residents (#92) reviewed for eye infections. Specifically, there was no care plan in place to address Resident #92's medical needs for an eye infection. Findings include: The facility policy for Care Plan Development dated 2/8/24 documents The facility is committed to providing comprehensive and person-centered care to residents. The policy outlines the procedures for timely development and review of comprehensive care plans. Resident #92 was admitted with diagnoses and conditions including Diabetes Mellitus, Dementia and anxiety. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF677Mar 11, 2024

  Based on observation, record review and interview conducted during a recertification survey from 3/5/24 to 3/11/24, the facility did not ensure that the necessary assistance and care were provided to carry out activities of daily living (ADLs) for 1 of 2 residents reviewed for dignity. Specifically (Resident #261) was not toileted or provided with continent care from 3/4/23 at 6:00 PM until 3/5/24 at 11:40 AM the following day after asking for assistance and using call bell. Findings include: Resident #261 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and had diagnoses including fracture of lower end of the right femur, presence of right artificial knee joint, and pain in right leg. […]

• No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF684Mar 11, 2024

  Based on observations, record reviews and staff interviews on the recertification and abbreviated surveys (NY00328105) from 3/5/24 to 3/11/24, the facility did not ensure that necessary medications were administered according to the physician order for 1 of 5 residents (Resident #92) reviewed for medications. Specifically, Resident #92 was prescribed antibiotic eye drops for 3 days but was given 8 extra doses beyond the three days. The findings are: An undated facility policy for Medication Reconciliation documents the facility reconciles medication frequently throughout a residents stay to ensure that the resident is free from any significant medication errors. Resident #92 was admitted with diagnoses and conditions including Diabetes Mellitus, Dementia and anxiety. […]