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Somerton Center
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(Provided by Gilbert Guide's on-site reviewer)
Large trees surround Somerton Center, a white brick and stucco building located on a small residential street. At the time of our visit, the facility was undergoing a major renovation, so the place was alive with activity. The interior is awash in fresh tones of pale peach and beige with tile floors. Brand-new windows flood light into a large activity room, and a spacious dining room doubles as an entertainment area with a big-screen TV. Windows here align an entire wall, filling the room with sun. An entire wing is devoted to Russian- speaking residents, with staff who speak the language. Russian-language TV stations and newspapers are available as well. Outdoor barbecues are a favorite among residents who are able to enjoy the large enclosed courtyard. Plenty of tables and chairs, grass and a small garden create a great mini-escape for residents and staff.
Moderately sized resident rooms continue the new color scheme, with attractive matching borders and accessories. Residents are welcome to personalize their rooms with their own belongings. Most second-floor rooms have pleasant views of neighboring yards with gardens and children playing. While Somerton Center currently has a dementia unit, the facility is no longer accepting new residents to this area. During the hustle and bustle of renovations, staff was interactive and friendly with residents, helping them safely maneuver the facility. One staff member told us how much she enjoyed working here, and that it is a very family-centered environment that focuses on enriching residents' lives.
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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.
- 06/28/2007 Health Survey for Somerton Center
| Administration | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| Keep accurate and appropriate medical records. | Isolated | 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. | Isolated | Minimal harm or potential for actual harm |
| Get rid of garbage properly. | Isolated | Minimal harm or potential for actual harm |
| Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable. | Isolated | Minimal harm or potential for actual harm |
| Nutrition and Dietary | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| Store, cook, and give out food in a safe and clean way. | Widespread | Minimal harm or potential for actual harm |
| 1) Provide 3 meals daily at regular times; or 2) serve breakfast within 14 hours after dinner; or 3) offer a snack at bedtime each day. | Pattern | Potential for minimal 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 |
| 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 |
- 05/18/2007 Fire Safety Survey for Somerton Center
| Automatic Sprinkler Systems | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| automatic sprinkler systems that have been maintained in working order. | 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 |
| Exits and Egress | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| exits that are accessible at all times. | Pattern | Potential for minimal harm |
| corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width. | Pattern | Potential for minimal harm |
| Fire Alarm Systems | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. | Isolated | Minimal harm or potential for actual harm |
| Hazardous Area | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| construction that can resist fire for one hour or an approved fire extinguishing system. | 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 |
- 07/19/2006 Health Survey for Somerton Center
| Environmental | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| Make sure that the nursing home area is free of dangers that cause accidents. | Isolated | Minimal harm or potential for actual harm |
| Nutrition and Dietary | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| Make sure that the attending doctor orders special diets. | Isolated | Minimal harm or potential for actual harm |
| Store, cook, and give out food in a safe and clean way. | Isolated | Minimal harm or potential for actual harm |
| Pharmacy Service | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| Have drugs and other similar products available, which are needed every day and in emergencies, and give them out properly. | Isolated | Minimal harm or potential for actual harm |
| At least once a month, have a licensed pharmacist check the drugs that each resident takes. | 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 Rights | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| Tell each resident who can get Medicaid benefits about 1) which items and services Medicaid covers and which the resident must pay for; or 2) how to apply for Medicaid, along with the names and addresses of State groups that can help. | Widespread | Potential for minimal harm |
- 06/16/2006 Fire Safety Survey for Somerton Center
| Building Contruction | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| a two-hour-resistant firewall in common walls. | Isolated | Minimal harm or potential for actual 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 |
| an approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Isolated | Minimal harm or potential for actual harm |
| properly maintained smoke detectors. | Widespread | Potential for minimal harm |
| Miscellaneous | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| fire safety features required by current fire safety codes. | Pattern | Potential for minimal harm |
- 06/15/2005 Health Survey for Somerton Center
| Administration | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| Keep accurate and appropriate medical records. | Isolated | 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. | Isolated | Actual harm |
| Mistreatment | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| 1) Hire only people who have no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents. | Isolated | Minimal harm or potential for actual harm |
| Quality Care | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| Give proper treatment to residents with feeding tubes to prevent problems (such as aspiration pneumonia, diarrhea, vomiting, dehydration, metabolic abnormalities, nasal-pharyngeal ulcers) and help restore eating skills, if possible. | Isolated | Actual 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 |
| 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 |
- 06/14/2005 Fire Safety Survey for Somerton Center
| Building Contruction | ||
| Deficiency | Scope | Level of Harm |
| a two-hour-resistant firewall in common walls. | 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 |
| proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | Pattern | Potential for minimal harm |
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