James L. West Center for Dementia Care

Findings from federal nursing-home surveys published by CMS. Severity letters come from the official inspection grid.

• Jun 12, 2025·health survey

  Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

  Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  Severity D

  Potential for more than minimal harm
• Oct 11, 2024·health survey

  Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

  Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

  Severity D

  Potential for more than minimal harm
• Aug 6, 2024·health survey

  Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

  Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

  Severity J

  Immediate jeopardy
• Apr 26, 2024·health survey

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

  Quality of Life and Care

  Severity J

  Immediate jeopardy
• Apr 18, 2024·health survey

  Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

  Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  Severity D

  Potential for more than minimal harm
• Feb 21, 2024·health survey

  Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

  Quality of Life and Care

  Severity D

  Potential for more than minimal harm