Brookdale Bowling Green — Ohio Facility Report

Inspections on file

Deficiencies cited

Visits with none

Substandard care

Immediate jeopardy

The most recent inspection on file for Brookdale Bowling Green took place on October 23, 2025. Across the 9 inspections published by the Ohio Department of Health, surveyors cited 10 deficiencies.

A deficiency is a rule the surveyor found the facility was not meeting. Ohio inspects against two rule books at once, so most findings carry a federal code and an Ohio code for the same problem; each is counted once here, the way the state counts it. Correction dates are the state's confirmation that the issue was fixed.

This report reproduces what Ohio publishes and nothing else. Of the 9 inspections listed, the state publishes the surveyor's written findings for 4; for the other 5 it publishes only the date, the type of visit and the number of deficiencies - 5 of which found none.

Facility Details

Ohio license number

#2161R

County

Wood

Administrator

Mischele Ruehl

Director of nursing

Stacy Irvin

Phone

(419) 354-5300

Ownership

For Profit - Corporation

Inspections

9 on file · 10 deficiencies

October 23, 2025Licensure survey2 deficiencies▼

R-0559Procure, store, prepare, distribute and serve foodsOhio citation▼

What the surveyor found

Based on observation, staff interview and policy review, the facility failed to ensure foods were properly stored and cooked foods were served and maintained at safe temperatures. Additionally, the facility failed to ensure proper sanitation of dishware used for resident meals. This had the potential to affect all 71 residents residing in the facility. The facility census was 71.

Findings include:

1. Observation on 10/23/25 at 8:19 A.M. of the Claire Bridge (memory care) unit kitchen revealed an unattended steam table holding French toast, scrambled eggs, sausage, and bacon. The food items were uncovered. Concurrent interview with Health and Wellness Coordinator (HWC) #200 revealed the food on the steam table had been brought to the unit from the main kitchen at approximately 7:30 A.M. HWC #200 verified the scrambled eggs, sausage, French toast, and bacon were uncovered on the steam table and the staff served the meal as residents were ready to eat. HWC #200 confirmed that the food should have been covered to maintain its quality and temperature, as well as avoid contamination. HWC #200 stated dietary staff ensured foods were prepared to safe temperatures prior to delivery to the unit, but she was unaware if staff monitored food temperatures during the open meal service to ensure safe holding temperatures.

Continued observation revealed the dishwasher was a chemical sanitation, low temperature dishwasher. The bottle of sanitizer was empty. Further observation of the Temperature Log- Low Temp Dish Machine log, hanging on the wall near the dishwasher, revealed no evidence the dishwasher water temperature or sanitizer levels were monitored from 10/03/25 through 10/23/25. Concurrent interview with HWC #200 confirmed the dishwasher was used by staff to wash the dishware used by the residents. HWC #200 verified the dishwasher sanitizer bottle was empty and the dish machine temperature and sanitizer logs had not been completed from 10/03/25 through 10/23/25.

Additional observation of the refrigerator revealed a plate with a pulled pork sandwich and a plate with scrambled eggs and oatmeal that were both wrapped, but undated. Further observation revealed an opened, undated container of cranberry juice and an undated pitcher of an unknown liquid. Concurrent interview with HWC #200 confirmed the undated plates of pulled pork sandwich and scrambled eggs and oatmeal, and the undated containers of cranberry juice and unknown liquid. HWC #200 verified the items should have been dated. HWC #200 discarded the items. Observation of the Temperature Log-Equipment log revealed refrigerator temperatures were not documented from 10/10/25 through 10/23/25. Concurrent interview with HWC #200 confirmed the logs were used to monitor the refrigerators to ensure they maintained appropriate temperatures for holding food. HWC #200 verified the logs had not been completed from 10/10/25 through 10/23/25.

Observation of the kitchen on the Claire Bridge unit on 10/23/25 at 8:50 A.M. revealed the scrambled eggs, French toast, sausage, and bacon continued to be uncovered while being held in the steam table. Concurrent interview with Kitchen Manager (KM) #300 revealed that food items should be covered while being held on the steam table to ensure quality and temperature. KM #300 confirmed the food temperatures should be monitored throughout the meal service and the temperatures documented on a log. KM #300 removed a binder from a shelf in the kitchen and confirmed there were no food temperature logs maintained by staff. KM #300 stated the aides were responsible for serving and monitoring food temperatures on the Claire Bridge unit and this was not a concern when dietary staff performed those services on the unit. KM #300 obtained a temperature of the scrambled eggs, which revealed a temperature of 122 degrees Fahrenheit (F). KM #300 looked around the kitchen for alcohol swabs to clean the thermometer in order to test the other food items. KM #300 confirmed she was unable to locate any alcohol swabs to clean the thermometer to proceed with checking the other food temperatures. KM #300 verified the scrambled eggs were not at a safe holding temperature of 135 degrees F.

Further observation of the kitchen revealed an open container of peanut butter on a shelf with a use by date of 9/17/25. Concurrent interview with KM #300 confirmed that the open container of peanut butter was sitting on the shelf in kitchen and was past the use by date of 09/17/25. KM #300 disposed of peanut butter.

Review of the facility policy titled, Food and Beverage Temperature Controls, dated December 2024, revealed that food temperatures should be taken at the beginning of meal service and every 30 minutes into service, temperatures were to be logged using the Food and Beverage Temperature Log to ensure all food and beverage holding temperatures were monitored and recorded. Further review revealed if any temperature was not within the acceptable range, the food or beverage must either be reheated or discarded.

Review of the facility policy titled, Washing and Sanitizing Dishes, dated December 2024, revealed low and high temperature dish machine temperatures must be taken and recorded on the temperature log.

2. Observation of the main kitchen walk-in refrigerator on 10/23/25 at 8:45 A.M. revealed a tray containing seven bowls of diced pears that were uncovered and undated. Concurrent interview with KM #300 confirmed the seven bowls of uncovered and undated diced pears were stored in the refrigerator. KM #300 stated the diced pears were from the previous evening meal. KM #300 disposed of the diced pears.

Continued observation of the walk-in freezer revealed a freezer bag with an item inside that was covered in ice crystals. The bag was labeled as a ham bone and included two dates, 11/27/24 and 05/27/25. Concurrent interview with KM #300 confirmed the food item in the freezer bag was freezer burned and identified two different dates the item was frozen. KM #300 disposed of the bag.

Review of the facility policy titled Food Storage, dated June 2024, revealed that all foods must be stored in a manner that maximized nutrient retention, quality and food safety.

Rule

Ohio Administrative Code - residential care rules

R-0623Annual staff training on fire preventionOhio citation▼

What the surveyor found

Based on record review and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure staff were provided annual fire prevention training by the state fire marshal or township, municipal, or legally constituted fire department. This had the potential to affect all 71 residents residing in the facility. The facility census was 71.

Findings include:

Review of the staff training documents revealed no evidence of annual fire prevention training by the state fire marshal or township, municipal, or legally constituted fire department.

Interview on 10/23/25 at approximately 1:45 P.M. with Maintenance Manager (MM) #400 revealed he was unaware of the requirement for annual fire prevention training and verified it had not been completed.

Rule

Ohio Administrative Code - residential care rules

December 23, 2024Licensure survey · listed in Ohio's index; no findings report publishedNo deficiencies▼

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No deficiencies cited

Ohio lists this visit in its inspection index with no deficiencies. The state publishes a findings report only when a visit cites something, so there is no further detail to show.

December 10, 2024Complaint survey · listed in Ohio's index; no findings report publishedNo deficiencies▼

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No deficiencies cited

Ohio lists this visit in its inspection index with no deficiencies. The state publishes a findings report only when a visit cites something, so there is no further detail to show.

August 13, 2024Complaint survey · listed in Ohio's index; no findings report publishedNo deficiencies▼

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No deficiencies cited

Ohio lists this visit in its inspection index with no deficiencies. The state publishes a findings report only when a visit cites something, so there is no further detail to show.

June 18, 2024Complaint survey1 deficiency▼

R-0712Adequate and appropriate treatment and careOhio citation▼

What the surveyor found

Based on medical record review, staff interview, and review of a facility policy, the facility failed to ensure an injury of unknown origin was investigated. This affected one (#11) of three residents reviewed for injuries. The facility census was 71. Findings include: Review of the medical record for Resident #11 revealed an admission date of 03/12/24 with a diagnosis of dementia. Review of the Personal Service Plan dated 03/12/24 revealed Resident #11 was not always oriented to time or place. Review of a progress note dated 05/08/24, written by Health and Wellness Coordinator (HWC) #301, revealed Resident #11 had small abrasions to both knees with no reports of falls. Further review of the medical record revealed no skin assessments documenting abrasions to Resident #11's knees. An interview with Resident #11 was attempted on 06/18/24 at 9:12 A.M.; however, the resident was not able to answer questions due to cognitive impairment. Telephone interview on 06/18/24 at 3:01 P.M. with HWC #301 revealed she and Program Coordinator (PC) #300 completed a skin assessment on Resident #11 on 05/07/24. HWC #301 stated there were no injuries to Resident #11's knees were identified during the skin assessment completed on 05/07/24. HWC #301 confirmed she documented the observation of abrasions to both knees on Resident #11 in the progress note written on 05/08/24. Upon identification of the abrasions on both of Resident #11's knees, HWC #301 stated she spoke with PC #300 who stated she observed scratches on Resident #11's knees during the skin assessment completed 05/07/24. HWC #301 stated the facility did not investigate the cause of the abrasions to Resident #11's knees because HWC #301 believed the abrasions were previously identified by PC #300. Telephone interview on 06/18/24 at 3:27 P.M. with PC #300 revealed she was not a nurse, but coordinated activities on the secured unit and assisted in providing cares to residents at times. PC #300 confirmed she assisted HWC #301 during Resident #11's skin assessment on 05/07/24. PC #300 stated she saw what appeared to be scratches on Resident #11's right knee. PC #300 stated it appeared as if Resident #11 had been scratching his right knee. PC #300 did not see anything on Resident #11's left knee. Review of a policy titled, Incident ReportBased on medical record review, staff interview, and review of a facility policy, the facility failed to ensure an injury of unknown origin was investigated. This affected one (#11) of three residents reviewed for injuries. The facility census was 71.

Findings include:

Review of the medical record for Resident #11 revealed an admission date of 03/12/24 with a diagnosis of dementia.

Review of the Personal Service Plan dated 03/12/24 revealed Resident #11 was not always oriented to time or place.

Review of a progress note dated 05/08/24, written by Health and Wellness Coordinator (HWC) #301, revealed Resident #11 had small abrasions to both knees with no reports of falls. Further review of the medical record revealed no skin assessments documenting abrasions to Resident #11's knees.

An interview with Resident #11 was attempted on 06/18/24 at 9:12 A.M.; however, the resident was not able to answer questions due to cognitive impairment.

Telephone interview on 06/18/24 at 3:01 P.M. with HWC #301 revealed she and Program Coordinator (PC) #300 completed a skin assessment on Resident #11 on 05/07/24. HWC #301 stated there were no injuries to Resident #11's knees were identified during the skin assessment completed on 05/07/24. HWC #301 confirmed she documented the observation of abrasions to both knees on Resident #11 in the progress note written on 05/08/24. Upon identification of the abrasions on both of Resident #11's knees, HWC #301 stated she spoke with PC #300 who stated she observed scratches on Resident #11's knees during the skin assessment completed 05/07/24. HWC #301 stated the facility did not investigate the cause of the abrasions to Resident #11's knees because HWC #301 believed the abrasions were previously identified by PC #300.

Telephone interview on 06/18/24 at 3:27 P.M. with PC #300 revealed she was not a nurse, but coordinated activities on the secured unit and assisted in providing cares to residents at times. PC #300 confirmed she assisted HWC #301 during Resident #11's skin assessment on 05/07/24. PC #300 stated she saw what appeared to be scratches on Resident #11's right knee. PC #300 stated it appeared as if Resident #11 had been scratching his right knee. PC #300 did not see anything on Resident #11's left knee.

Review of a policy titled, Incident Report

Rule

Ohio Administrative Code - residential care rules

June 13, 2024Complaint survey2 deficiencies▼

R-0712Adequate and appropriate treatment and careOhio citation▼

What the surveyor found

Based on medical record review, observation, staff interview, and review of facility policy, the facility failed to ensure an injury of unknown origin was identified and timely investigated. This affected one (#71) of one resident reviewed for injury of unknown origin. The facility census was 74.

Findings include:

Review of the medical record for Resident #71 revealed the resident was admitted 09/29/23. Diagnoses included anemia, pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified dementia, major depressive recurrent, essential hypertension, chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure, and chronic kidney disease.

Review of the Mini Mental State Examination (MMES) dated 09/29/23, revealed Resident #71 had severe cognitive impairment.

Review of Resident #71's most recent skin assessment, dated 06/07/24 at 1:17 P.M., revealed Resident #71's skin was intact with no notations of bruising.

Observation on 06/12/24 at 2:59 P.M., revealed Resident #71 had bruising on both sides of the jawline near the chin. The bruises were yellowish in color and approximately two inches long and one inch in width.

Interview on 06/12/24 at 4:15 P.M. with Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #203, verified Resident #71 had bruising on the jawline. LPN #203 was not aware of the bruising and agreed they were yellow in color indicating they were not new.

Interview on 06/12/24 at 4:22 P.M. with Health and Wellness Coordinator #204, verified Resident #71's record had no documented injuries or bruising and no documented evidence of an investigation being completed.

Review of facility policy dated 06/01/14 titled Incident Report revealed injuries of unknown origin included an injury where the source was not observed by any person and could not be explained by the resident. The Executive Director or designee will investigate and evaluate the incident and document appropriate corrective action taken.

This violation represents non-compliance investigated under Complaint Number OH00154315.

Rule

Ohio Administrative Code - residential care rules

R-0733Use personal clothing and possessionsOhio citation▼

What the surveyor found

Based on medical record review, observation, interview with staff and resident's representative and staff interview the facility failed to ensure resident property (medical equipment) was not damaged. The affected one (#70) of three residents reviewed for personal property. The facility census was 74.

Findings include:

Review of the medical record for Resident #70 revealed the resident was admitted on 03/14/24. Diagnoses included senile degeneration of brain, benign prostatic hyperplasia without lower urinary tract symptoms, atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris, osteoarthritis, and Alzheimer's disease.

Review of the Mini Mental State Examination (MMES) dated 03/14/24 revealed Resident #70 was severely cognitively impaired.

Review of the current care plan revealed Resident #70 uses a hearing device for both ears with instructions to assist the resident in inserting the hearing devices and remove the batteries at night, leave battery door open, and assist the resident with storage of the hearing devices.

Review of Resident #70's progress note on 05/03/24, revealed Resident #70's spouse called the facility and stated the resident could not find his hearing aids. Upon searching the facility, part of the resident's hearing aids was found in the resident's laundry basket of clean clothing. The resident's spouse was notified. The staff stated they would look for the other part of the hearing aid.

Observation on 06/12/24 and 06/13/24 revealed Resident #70 was not wearing his hearing aids.

Interview on 06/12/24 at 12:50 P.M. with the Ombudsman, revealed Resident #70 is in the memory care unit and relies on the facility for laundry services. In addition, Resident #70 requires the use of hearing aids to hear properly. The facility laundered Resident #70's clothing and the hearing aids were located in the clean laundry in non-working order. The facility had not replaced the hearing aids but offered a $3,000.00 credit with stipulations.

Interview on 06/12/24 at 2:40 P.M. with Resident #70's spouse, revealed in early May 2024, she was not in the building for ten days, and Resident #70's hearing aids went missing. The facility staff reported they found them in the dryer with both completely ruined. The estimated cost to replace the hearing aids was $7,000. Resident #70's spouse reported the facility would not replace them but offered $1,000.00 a month for three months ($3,000.00 total) off of the monthly bill.

Interview on 06/12/24 at 4:22 P.M. with Health and Wellness Coordinator #204, revealed Resident #70's hearing aids could have gone through the laundry and ended up broken. Resident #70's spouse normally checks his pockets, but she was out of the building for personal reasons and thought the facility would take over. Health and Wellness Coordinator #204 reported Resident #70's spouse had requested the facility replace the hearing aids and the facility refused stating they were not responsible. Health and Wellness Coordinator #204 stated the facility agreed to a $3,000.00 credit towards the resident's monthly bill over the next three months.

Interview on 06/13/24 at 2:14 P.M. with Business Office Manager (BOM) #208 revealed a $1,000.00 had not been deducted from the current invoice; however, stated next month's bill would have a $1,000 credit applied.

This violation represents non-compliance investigated under Complaint Number OH00154428.

Rule

Ohio Administrative Code - residential care rules

April 24, 2024Complaint survey · listed in Ohio's index; no findings report publishedNo deficiencies▼

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No deficiencies cited

Ohio lists this visit in its inspection index with no deficiencies. The state publishes a findings report only when a visit cites something, so there is no further detail to show.

December 19, 2023Licensure survey5 deficiencies▼

R-0392Establish/implement written infection control P/P; infection prevention and control program and designee requirementsOhio citation▼

What the surveyor found

Based on observation, record review, staff interview, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure infection control procedures were followed for COVID-19 isolation. This affected one (#5) of one resident observed for isolation. The facility census was 74. Findings include: Review of Resident #1's medical record revealed an admission date of 10/25/23, diagnoses included hypokalemia, celiac, dementia, irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea (IBS-D), history of falling, history of malignant neoplasm of rectum, rectosigmoid junction, and anus, COVID-19. Observation on 12/19/23 at 9:54 A.M., with Caregiver (#101) donning COVID-19 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) revealed Caregiver #101 entered the room of Resident #1 who is COVID-19 without an N95 respirator. Interview on 12/19/23 at 9:58 A.M., with Caregiver #101 confirmed entry into Resident #1's room without donning an N95. Caregiver #101 stated they are unsure of the facility policy regarding PPE. Review of the policy titled Face Mask and Face Shield Use During COVID-19 PandemicBased on observation, record review, staff interview, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure infection control procedures were followed for COVID-19 isolation. This affected one (#5) of one resident observed for isolation. The facility census was 74.

Findings include:

Review of Resident #1's medical record revealed an admission date of 10/25/23, diagnoses included hypokalemia, celiac, dementia, irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea (IBS-D), history of falling, history of malignant neoplasm of rectum, rectosigmoid junction, and anus, COVID-19.

Observation on 12/19/23 at 9:54 A.M., with Caregiver (#101) donning COVID-19 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) revealed Caregiver #101 entered the room of Resident #1 who is COVID-19 without an N95 respirator.

Interview on 12/19/23 at 9:58 A.M., with Caregiver #101 confirmed entry into Resident #1's room without donning an N95. Caregiver #101 stated they are unsure of the facility policy regarding PPE.

Review of the policy titled Face Mask and Face Shield Use During COVID-19 Pandemic

Rule

Ohio Administrative Code - residential care rules

R-0559Procure, store, prepare, distribute and serve foodsOhio citation▼

What the surveyor found

Based on observation, staff interview, and review of policy, the facility failed to store and prepare food in a safe and sanitary manner. This deficient practice had potential to affect all 74 residents in the facility who eat food from the kitchen. The census was 74. Findings include: Observation of facility kitchen on 12/19/23, between 9:00 A.M. and 9:25 A.M., revealed an eight-quart clear container of popcorn, pretzels, and M & M's candy mix with no label; four plates of snickerdoodle cookies hard and not labeled; a four-ounce bag of white cheddar popcorn opened, not labeled, and not clipped shut; and a 20-pound box of lentils open, not labeled, and not sealed. The two-door stainless steel refrigerator in the food preparation area had a temperature of 44 degrees Fahrenheit on the internal thermometer and 36 degrees Fahrenheit on the external digital thermometer. Observation of the walk in refrigerator revealed uncovered food in individual bowls which included: eight bowls of pineapple chunks, 11 bowls of apple sauce, and 12 salads with sliced chicken; an open and unlabeled five gallon bucket of pickle spears approximately half used with diffuse mold- like substance covering the bucket and lid; a 32 ounce package of lunch meat ham open and unlabeled approximately half used; a 3 pound package of Genoa salami open and unlabeled approximately half used; two opened and unlabeled 16 ounce containers of ham base with a mold-like substance on the container and lid each approximately one-third to one-half used; a 16 ounce container of chicken base open and unlabeled approximately half used; an open and unlabeled bag of approximately 10-15 precooked sausage links; an open and unlabeled container of broccoli with separate open and unlabeled container of white shredded cheese on top; multiple open and unlabeled bags of produce including: diced celery, shredded carrots, sliced potatoes, diced potatoes, all partially used, and a five pound container of sour cream open and unlabeled with approximately two-thirds used. Observation of the walk-in freezer revealed approximately 10 cardboard boxes on floor of walk-in freezer. When questioned on the last day a delivery occurred, Director of Dietary Services #101 on 12/19/2023 at 9:25 A.M., confirmed that the last delivery was Thursday, 12/14/2023. Interview on 12/19/23 at 9:25 A.M, with Director of Dietary Services #101 verified the mold-like substance on multiple surfaces appearance and grime in the walk-in refrigerator. Director of Dietary Services #101 stated the food delivery was last received on Thursday, 12/14/23 and verified the boxes on floor in the refrigerator had not been stored properly. Director of Dietary Services #101 verified the unlabeled and uncovered food. Dietary Director #101 verified sanitation issues present throughout facility kitchen. Review of the policy titled, Storage of Perishable FoodBased on observation, staff interview, and review of policy, the facility failed to store and prepare food in a safe and sanitary manner. This deficient practice had potential to affect all 74 residents in the facility who eat food from the kitchen. The census was 74.

Findings include:

Observation of facility kitchen on 12/19/23, between 9:00 A.M. and 9:25 A.M., revealed an eight-quart clear container of popcorn, pretzels, and M & M's candy mix with no label; four plates of snickerdoodle cookies hard and not labeled; a four-ounce bag of white cheddar popcorn opened, not labeled, and not clipped shut; and a 20-pound box of lentils open, not labeled, and not sealed.

The two-door stainless steel refrigerator in the food preparation area had a temperature of 44 degrees Fahrenheit on the internal thermometer and 36 degrees Fahrenheit on the external digital thermometer.

Observation of the walk in refrigerator revealed uncovered food in individual bowls which included: eight bowls of pineapple chunks, 11 bowls of apple sauce, and 12 salads with sliced chicken; an open and unlabeled five gallon bucket of pickle spears approximately half used with diffuse mold- like substance covering the bucket and lid; a 32 ounce package of lunch meat ham open and unlabeled approximately half used; a 3 pound package of Genoa salami open and unlabeled approximately half used; two opened and unlabeled 16 ounce containers of ham base with a mold-like substance on the container and lid each approximately one-third to one-half used; a 16 ounce container of chicken base open and unlabeled approximately half used; an open and unlabeled bag of approximately 10-15 precooked sausage links; an open and unlabeled container of broccoli with separate open and unlabeled container of white shredded cheese on top; multiple open and unlabeled bags of produce including: diced celery, shredded carrots, sliced potatoes, diced potatoes, all partially used, and a five pound container of sour cream open and unlabeled with approximately two-thirds used.

Observation of the walk-in freezer revealed approximately 10 cardboard boxes on floor of walk-in freezer. When questioned on the last day a delivery occurred, Director of Dietary Services #101 on 12/19/2023 at 9:25 A.M., confirmed that the last delivery was Thursday, 12/14/2023.

Interview on 12/19/23 at 9:25 A.M, with Director of Dietary Services #101 verified the mold-like substance on multiple surfaces appearance and grime in the walk-in refrigerator. Director of Dietary Services #101 stated the food delivery was last received on Thursday, 12/14/23 and verified the boxes on floor in the refrigerator had not been stored properly. Director of Dietary Services #101 verified the unlabeled and uncovered food. Dietary Director #101 verified sanitation issues present throughout facility kitchen.

Review of the policy titled, Storage of Perishable Food

Rule

Ohio Administrative Code - residential care rules

R-0563Food texture meets individual needs, except no syringe feedingsOhio citation▼

What the surveyor found

Based on observation, staff interview, and review of kitchen audit form, the facility failed to maintain kitchen and equipment in a clean and sanitary manner. This deficient practice had potential to affect all 74 residents in the facility who eat food from the kitchen. The census was 74. Findings include: Observation of facility kitchen on 12/19/23 between 9:00 A.M. and 9:25 A.M. revealed the dry stock room floor was littered with debris with debris and grime covering the floor under the dry stock room shelving. Observation of the dish washing area revealed the rack by the dishwasher used to store clean dishes in after they are washed was dirty and contained pieces of chipped dishes and debris; the air conditioning unit by the dishwasher dirty; and the control panel for the garbage disposal was dirty. Observation of the food preparation area revealed linear grime and debris on the floor, the vent over the three-station sanitation sink was dirty with grime and dust, and electrical cords hanging directly over the food preparation area were dirty, covered in a greasy film, and dusty. Observation of the walk in refrigerator revealed the floor to be covered in linear grime. The walk-in freezer revealed mold on sign entering walk in freezer from walk in fridge, the floor to be covered in linear grime. Interview on 12/19/2023 at 9:25 A.M. with Director of Dietary Services #101, verified these findings. Review of the audit form titled, Food Safety and Sanitation AuditBased on observation, staff interview, and review of kitchen audit form, the facility failed to maintain kitchen and equipment in a clean and sanitary manner. This deficient practice had potential to affect all 74 residents in the facility who eat food from the kitchen. The census was 74.

Findings include:

Observation of facility kitchen on 12/19/23 between 9:00 A.M. and 9:25 A.M. revealed the dry stock room floor was littered with debris with debris and grime covering the floor under the dry stock room shelving.

Observation of the dish washing area revealed the rack by the dishwasher used to store clean dishes in after they are washed was dirty and contained pieces of chipped dishes and debris; the air conditioning unit by the dishwasher dirty; and the control panel for the garbage disposal was dirty.

Observation of the food preparation area revealed linear grime and debris on the floor, the vent over the three-station sanitation sink was dirty with grime and dust, and electrical cords hanging directly over the food preparation area were dirty, covered in a greasy film, and dusty.

Observation of the walk in refrigerator revealed the floor to be covered in linear grime. The walk-in freezer revealed mold on sign entering walk in freezer from walk in fridge, the floor to be covered in linear grime.

Interview on 12/19/2023 at 9:25 A.M. with Director of Dietary Services #101, verified these findings.

Review of the audit form titled, Food Safety and Sanitation Audit

Rule

Ohio Administrative Code - residential care rules

R-0660Maintain heating, electrical, bldg services; central heating check Q2 yearsOhio citation▼

What the surveyor found

Based on review of the central heating system documentation and staff interview, the facility failed to complete a central heating system check in the last two years. This deficient practice had potential to affect all 74 residents residing in the facility. The census was 74.

Findings include:

Review of the central heating system documentation on 12/19/23 at approximately 3:00 P.M., revealed a central heating system check had not been completed every two years by a heating contractor.

Interview on 12/19/23 at approximately 4:00 P.M., with Maintenance Director #101 verified the facility had no record of completing a central heating system check in the past two years by a heating contractor.

Rule

Ohio Administrative Code - residential care rules

R-0661Maintain clean environment; housekeeping, garbage, rodentsOhio citation▼

What the surveyor found

Based on observation, review of census, and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure a safe and clean homelike environment. This had the potential to affect 29 (#25, #48 thru #74) of 74 residents residing on in the facility. The facility census was 74.

Findings include:

Observation on 12/19/23 at 10:05 A.M., of the room of Resident #25 revealed their floor was covered in crumbs of various origin. The resident states they are from chips and food.

Observation of the Memory Care Unit kitchen on 12/19/23 at 10:15 A.M. revealed the unit microwave coated in grime with no turn plate, unit refrigerator was dirty spilled bowl of chips, unit kitchen sink caked in grime, one of the drawers in the unit kitchen contained approximately 35 loose screws, the inside of two drawers, one of which contained clean utensils for resident use, in the unit kitchen were coated in grime.

Review of the census list revealed 28 residents (#48 thru #74) resided on the memory care unit of the facility.

Interview on 12/19/23 at 10:24 A.M., with Memory Care Program Coordinator #101 verified the findings in the memory care unit.

Interview on 12/19/23 at 2:23 P.M., with Health and Wellness Director #101 verified the findings in the room of Resident #25.

Rule

Ohio Administrative Code - residential care rules

October 20, 2022Complaint survey · listed in Ohio's index; no findings report publishedNo deficiencies▼

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No deficiencies cited

Ohio lists this visit in its inspection index with no deficiencies. The state publishes a findings report only when a visit cites something, so there is no further detail to show.