FINNISH-AMERICAN VILLAGE in LAKE WORTH, FL was fined $9,471 by CMS following 11 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

FINNISH-AMERICAN VILLAGE (LAKE WORTH, FL) — $9,471 in CMS Fines

Outcome: FINNISH-AMERICAN VILLAGE in LAKE WORTH, FL was fined $9,471 by CMS following 11 deficiency citations identified during federal surveys.

Deficiency areas cited:

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


• Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.


• Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.


• Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.


• Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.


• Keep all essential equipment working safely.


• Honor 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.


• Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.