Not rated by CMS — ratings are suppressed for new or low-volume facilities.
A standard survey is most likely before around November 2026
Estimate from public CMS data, current as of June 2026. Survey timing is at the state agency's discretion.
Citation history
Health deficiencies cited at Blaire House Of Worcester during CMS and state inspections, most recent first.
A resident, who was alert but disoriented and dependent on staff for care, was found restrained in a wheelchair with a gait belt, contrary to the facility's policy on restraints. The incident was discovered by the Activity Director and Scheduler, but staff on duty denied applying the restraint. An internal investigation was conducted, but the responsible party was not identified.
The facility failed to conduct Nurse Aide registry checks for three staff members before they began working with residents, as required by their Abuse Prevention Policies and Procedures. The personnel records for these staff members, employed since early 2023 and 2024, lacked documentation of such checks. An HR staff member confirmed the oversight, acknowledging the absence of necessary documentation.
The facility failed to implement an effective infection prevention and control program, particularly in tracking and trending skin disorders among residents. Multiple residents were observed with symptoms of skin irritation, such as itchiness and rashes, which were not properly tracked or addressed. Interviews with staff revealed a lack of systematic tracking of resident rashes, and the facility did not maintain a line listing for infections other than COVID-19 and influenza. This deficiency hindered the facility's ability to identify trends and implement appropriate interventions, compromising the safety and sanitary environment for residents.
The facility failed to administer Pneumococcal Vaccinations to three residents as recommended, despite obtaining consent. Two residents with dementia and over the age of 65 did not receive the vaccinations until after a surveyor's inquiry, and another resident with multiple health issues had a delay in receiving the required vaccination. The deficiency was identified through record reviews and interviews with the DON.
Resident Found Restrained with Gait Belt in Wheelchair
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Summary
The facility failed to ensure that a resident was free from the use of physical restraints, as observed on a specific date when the resident was found seated in a wheelchair with a gait belt wrapped around them and the wheelchair, effectively restraining their movement. The resident, who was alert but disoriented and unable to make their needs known, was dependent on staff for transfers, dressing, and hygiene. The facility's policy clearly states that residents have the right to be free from physical restraints unless required for medical treatment, which was not the case here. The incident was discovered by the Activity Director and the Scheduler, who observed the resident in the dayroom with the gait belt latched behind the wheelchair, making it impossible for the resident to remove it themselves. Interviews with staff members who were on duty during the relevant shifts revealed that none of them admitted to applying the gait belt, and they all denied seeing it on the resident. The resident's care plan included interventions to minimize fall risks, but there was no indication that the use of a gait belt as a restraint was part of the plan. The Director of Nursing conducted an internal investigation, which included obtaining written witness statements from staff members on duty during the shifts in question. Despite the investigation, it remained unclear who applied the gait belt, as all staff members involved denied responsibility. The resident was dependent on staff for care and was physically incapable of applying the restraint themselves, indicating a failure in staff adherence to the facility's restraint policy.
Failure to Conduct Nurse Aide Registry Checks for New Staff
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Summary
The facility failed to ensure that Nurse Aide registry checks were completed for three staff members before they began working with residents. This deficiency was identified during a review of personnel files for five staff members, where it was found that documentation was missing for Staff Members #1, #2, and #3. The facility's policy on Abuse Prevention Policies and Procedures, revised in April 2017, mandates that all applicants undergo professional reference checks and further screenings, including Nurse Aide registry checks. However, the personnel records for these three staff members, who had been employed since February 2024, June 2024, and June 2023 respectively, lacked evidence of such checks. During an interview, the Human Resources (HR) staff member confirmed that Nurse Aide registry checks should be performed on all staff members prior to their employment at the facility. The HR staff member admitted to being unable to provide documentation proving that the checks were conducted for Staff Members #1, #2, and #3. This oversight indicates a failure to adhere to the facility's established procedures for screening new employees, which is crucial for ensuring the safety and well-being of the residents.
Failure in Infection Control and Surveillance for Skin Disorders
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Summary
The facility failed to implement an effective infection prevention and control program, specifically in tracking and trending skin disorders among residents. The deficiency was identified through observations, interviews, and record reviews, revealing that the facility did not adequately monitor or document skin infections requiring medical intervention for eight residents. The facility's policy on infection surveillance, revised in 2017, mandates ongoing surveillance for healthcare-associated infections and other significant infections, but this was not effectively executed. During the survey, multiple residents were observed with symptoms of skin irritation, such as itchiness and rashes, which were not properly tracked or addressed. For instance, one resident was seen scratching various parts of their body and was later assessed by a nurse practitioner who noted irritated and red areas from scratching. Another resident had a rash that was initially treated but persisted, indicating a lack of effective follow-up and monitoring. The Director of Nursing acknowledged the lack of documentation and tracking of these skin conditions, which hindered the facility's ability to identify trends and implement appropriate interventions. Interviews with staff, including CNAs and the Director of Nursing, revealed that there was no systematic approach to tracking resident rashes, and the facility did not maintain a line listing for infections other than COVID-19 and influenza. This lack of tracking and trending of skin conditions led to a failure in identifying potential outbreaks or transmission risks within the facility. The facility's infection prevention and control program did not meet the required standards, as it failed to prevent, identify, and control infections effectively, resulting in a deficiency in providing a safe and sanitary environment for residents.
Failure to Administer Pneumococcal Vaccinations
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Summary
The facility failed to offer Pneumococcal Vaccinations as recommended for three residents, putting them at risk for developing facility-acquired pneumonia. The deficiency was identified during a review of records and interviews, revealing that the facility did not ensure that the vaccinations were offered, received, or declined by the residents as per physician's orders and after obtaining consent from the residents or their representatives. Resident #42, admitted with a diagnosis of dementia and over the age of 65, had consented to receive the Pneumococcal Vaccine. However, there was no evidence in the resident's medical record or the Massachusetts Immunization Information System (MIIS) that the resident received any Pneumococcal Vaccinations. Similarly, Resident #56, also diagnosed with dementia and over 65, had consented to receive the vaccine, but there was no record of administration in the facility's electronic health record or MIIS. The Director of Nursing (DON) confirmed that these residents did not receive the vaccinations until the surveyor's inquiry. Resident #14, with multiple diagnoses including dementia, COPD, and heart failure, had a history of receiving PCV 13 but was due for further vaccination. Despite consent being obtained, there was no documented evidence of the resident receiving the required Pneumococcal Vaccination. The DON/Infection Control Preventionist acknowledged that the vaccination was administered only after the surveyor's inquiry, indicating a delay in providing the necessary immunization.
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