Silver Birch of Hammond
5620 SOHL AVENUE, Hammond, IN 46320
(219) 937-9085
4 violations cited
AI-Generated Summary
State inspectors found that Silver Birch of Hammond failed to keep resident care plans current for 5 of 8 residents reviewed, missing updates for new diagnoses like dementia, dialysis, hallucinations, and catheter use. Inspectors also found medication documentation problems, including insulin being recorded as self-administered when staff were actually giving it, and medication orders missing key details like where a cream should be applied or what blood pressure level should trigger a PRN medication. Both violations were cited following a complaint investigation conducted August 27–28, 2024. The facility submitted a plan of correction with a completion date of September 27, 2024, including staff re-education and ongoing audits.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Silver Birch of Hammond
- How many violations does Silver Birch of Hammond have?
- Silver Birch of Hammond has 4 violations documented in The Care Audit database. Review the full citation details above.
- When was Silver Birch of Hammond last inspected?
- The most recent inspection date on file is August 28, 2024. Facilities in Indiana are typically re-inspected annually.
- Is there an official inspection report for Silver Birch of Hammond?
- Yes. A link to the official state inspection report is available on this page. The report is hosted on the Indiana government website.
- Is Silver Birch of Hammond a licensed facility in Indiana?
- Silver Birch of Hammond is listed in The Care Audit as a state-licensed assisted living facility in Hammond, Indiana. Licensing status is sourced from official Indiana health department records and is updated periodically.