Life Care Center of Athens

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.

Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room).

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Provide appropriate foot care.

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Provide at least one room set aside to use as a resident dining room and for activities, that is a good size, with good lighting, air flow and furniture.

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.