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GLENDALE HOME-SCHDY CNTY DEPT SOCIAL SERVICES Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (SCOTIA, New York)

59 HETCHELTOWN ROAD, SCOTIA, New York 12302

Phone: 5183843600

CMS Overall:2/5

Overview & Bed Count

Certified Beds
200
Avg Residents/Day
183.5
Ownership
Government - County
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
County
Schenectady
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Icon
No

CMS Star Ratings

Overall2/5
Health2/5
Staffing3/5
Quality3/5

Nurse Staffing Check

MetricThis FacilityNew York AvgDifference
RN Hours per Resident per Day0.470.73-0.26
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day4.143.69+0.45
CMS Staffing Rating3/52.9/5-
Nursing Staff TurnoverN/A40.3%-

Health Citation History

26 health citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2026-05-04Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.G – Actual Harm
2026-05-04Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-05-04Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-04-28Pharmacy Service DeficienciesProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-04-28Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-04-28Infection Control DeficienciesProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-04-28Resident Rights DeficienciesHonor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-04-28Resident Rights DeficienciesImmediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-04-28Resident Rights DeficienciesHonor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-04-28Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesPrevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-04-28Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-04-28Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-04-28Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-04-28Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-04-28Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-18Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-18Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-05-19Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-05-19Nursing and Physician Services DeficienciesProvide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-05-19Administration DeficienciesConduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-05-19Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-05-19Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-05-19Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-05-19Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-05-19Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesHave a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-05-19Infection Control DeficienciesProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D – Moderate Harm Potential

Fire Safety Citation History

17 fire safety citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2026-04-28Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesConduct testing and exercise requirements.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-04-28Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesHave a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-04-28Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesEstablish staff and initial training requirements.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-04-28Egress DeficienciesInstall proper backup exit lighting.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-04-28Smoke DeficienciesInspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-04-28Services DeficienciesHave elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-04-28Miscellaneous DeficienciesHave simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.C – Minimal Harm Potential
2023-08-18Egress DeficienciesAdd doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-18Smoke DeficienciesInstall corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-18Miscellaneous DeficienciesTo conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-18Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesEnsure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-18Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesEnsure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-05-19Smoke DeficienciesProvide properly protected cooking facilities.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-05-19Smoke DeficienciesHave approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-05-19Services DeficienciesInstall properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-05-19Miscellaneous DeficienciesTo conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-05-19Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesEnsure precautions for handling oxygen cylinders and equipment are correctly followed.E – Moderate Harm Potential

Total Penalties & Fines

$47,570
Total Fine Amount (CMS)
1
Number of Fines
1
Total Penalties
DateTypeFine AmountPayment Denial
2026-04-28Fine$47,570-

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