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The Belvedere
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(Provided by Gilbert Guide's on-site reviewer)
The Belvedere definitely shines where it matters most: resident care. Our guide, an admissions department staff member, addressed residents throughout the tour with genuine concern for their needs. Preventative programs anticipate potential risks; the Falling Star program, for example, prevents potential injuries by identifying residents prone to falling with large yellow stars on their doors.
Residents often congregate at the front porch, lined with rocking chairs. The building's facade has a homey feel, but the interior adopts a more institutional look. Major ongoing renovations should bring the facility's appearance in line with the progressive level of care offered here. The slated makeover includes a pulmonary care unit, which will accommodate residents who require oxygen. One dining room hosts restorative dining, for residents who need to be retrained in feeding themselves. Department heads take turns serving meals in a second bright dining room. Activities include trips to museums and casinos for those who are able. Staff members evaluate residents' level of functioning on a monthly basis to ensure they engage in appropriate events.
The Homestead Unit provides a bright, cheerful space for residents with dementia. Memory boxes containing photographs are situated outside each resident's room. A comfy lounge—with a big-screen TV and an aquarium— leads to a quaint patio. The dining room doubles as an activity room. At the time of our tour, several residents with dementia were holding and nurturing lifelike baby dolls. The activity appeared to be very important to residents who seemed to find a lot of satisfaction and responsibility in "caring" for the dolls.
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CMS Inspection Results
The Center for Medicare & Medcaid Services (CMS) contracts with each state to conduct inspections once every 9-15 months to assure that certified facilities meet the minimum Medicare and Medicaid quality and performance standards.
- 12/20/2007 Fire Safety Survey for The Belvedere
| Corridor Walls and Doors | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Pattern | Potential for minimal harm |
| Electrical | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| properly installed electrical wiring and equipment. | Pattern | Potential for minimal harm |
| Exits and Egress | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| exits that are accessible at all times. | Pattern | Potential for minimal harm |
| Illumination and Emergency Power | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| properly located and lighted Exit signs. | Pattern | Potential for minimal harm |
| Medical Gases and Anesthetizing Areas | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Pattern | Potential for minimal harm |
| Smoke Compartmentation and Control | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| walls or barriers that prevent smoke from passing through and would resist fire for at least one hour. | Pattern | Potential for minimal harm |
| smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. | Pattern | Potential for minimal harm |
| proper construction of ducts through walls designed to prevent smoke passage. | Pattern | Potential for minimal harm |
- 11/02/2007 Health Survey for The Belvedere
| Administration | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| Be administered in a way that leads to the highest possible level of well being for each resident. | Pattern | Minimal harm or potential for actual harm |
| Keep accurate and appropriate medical records. | Isolated | Minimal harm or potential for actual harm |
| Pharmacy Service | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| Keep the rate of medication errors (wrong drug, wrong dose, wrong time) to less than 5%. | Pattern | Minimal harm or potential for actual harm |
| Quality Care | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| Make sure that residents with reduced range of motion get proper treatment and services to increase range of motion. | Isolated | Actual harm |
| Give each resident enough fluids to keep them healthy and prevent dehydration. | Isolated | Actual harm |
| Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. | Isolated | Minimal harm or potential for actual harm |
| Resident Assessment | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| Develop a complete care plan that meets all of a resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Isolated | Minimal harm or potential for actual harm |
- 06/07/2007 Fire Safety Survey for The Belvedere
| Automatic Sprinkler Systems | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| an approved automatic sprinkler system connected to the fire alarm system. | Pattern | Potential for minimal harm |
| Building Service Equipment | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| an externally vented heating system. | Pattern | Potential for minimal harm |
| Exits and Egress | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| exits that are accessible at all times. | Pattern | Potential for minimal harm |
| Medical Gases and Anesthetizing Areas | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| properly constructed piped-in oxygen systems. | Widespread | Potential for minimal harm |
| proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Pattern | Potential for minimal harm |
| Vertical Openings | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| proper stairway enclosures and vertical shafts. | Pattern | Potential for minimal harm |
- 06/06/2007 Health Survey for The Belvedere
| Administration | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| Be administered in a way that leads to the highest possible level of well being for each resident. | Pattern | Minimal harm or potential for actual harm |
| Set up or keep a group of people to review and ensure quality. | Pattern | Minimal harm or potential for actual harm |
| Environmental | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| Make sure that the nursing home area is free of dangers that cause accidents. | Widespread | Minimal harm or potential for actual harm |
| Have a program to keep infection from spreading. | Pattern | Minimal harm or potential for actual harm |
| Move, clean and store sheets, towels and other linens in a way that prevents the spread of infection. | Pattern | Minimal harm or potential for actual harm |
| Pharmacy Service | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| 1) Make sure that residents who take drugs are not given too many doses or for too long; 2) make sure that the use of drugs is carefully watched; or 3) stop or change drugs that cause unwanted effects. | Isolated | Minimal harm or potential for actual harm |
| Quality Care | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. | Isolated | Minimal harm or potential for actual harm |
| Resident Assessment | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| Develop a complete care plan that meets all of a resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Pattern | Minimal harm or potential for actual harm |
- 08/18/2006 Health Survey for The Belvedere
| Administration | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| Keep accurate and appropriate medical records. | Pattern | Minimal harm or potential for actual harm |
| Mistreatment | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| Protect residents from mistreatment, neglect, and/or theft of personal property. | Isolated | Minimal harm or potential for actual harm |
| Quality Care | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. | Pattern | Minimal harm or potential for actual harm |
| Give professional services that follow each resident's written care plan. | Isolated | Minimal harm or potential for actual harm |
| Make sure that each resident who enters the nursing home without a catheter is not given a catheter, unless it is necessary. | Isolated | Minimal harm or potential for actual harm |
| Resident Assessment | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| Develop a complete care plan that meets all of a resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Isolated | Minimal harm or potential for actual harm |
| Resident Rights | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| Provide proof that all residents' personal money which is deposited with the nursing home, is secure. | Widespread | Potential for minimal harm |
- 06/06/2006 Fire Safety Survey for The Belvedere
| Building Contruction | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| a two-hour-resistant firewall in common walls. | Widespread | Potential for minimal harm |
| approved construction type or materials. | Pattern | Potential for minimal harm |
| Corridor Walls and Doors | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Pattern | Potential for minimal harm |
| Fire Alarm Systems | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| properly maintained smoke detectors. | Widespread | Potential for minimal harm |
| Medical Gases and Anesthetizing Areas | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| properly constructed piped-in oxygen systems. | Widespread | Potential for minimal harm |
| Smoke Compartmentation and Control | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| walls or barriers that prevent smoke from passing through and would resist fire for at least one hour. | Pattern | Potential for minimal harm |
| smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. | Pattern | Potential for minimal harm |
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