Sugar Valley Lodge (whispering Pines Building)

178 SUGAR VALLEY LANE, FRANKLIN, PA 16323

(814) 346-0352

Assisted Living Facility|Last inspected April 20, 2026

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9 violations cited

Last inspected: April 20, 2026|Licensed for 15 beds

AI-Generated Summary

State inspectors found nine violations at Sugar Valley Lodge (Whispering Pines Building) during an April 20, 2026 inspection. Training deficiencies were widespread, with two staff members missing required annual training on topics including infection control, fire safety, emergency preparedness, mental illness care, and falls prevention, and the facility lacked a 2026 staff training plan entirely. Safety hazards included unplugged bedside lamps in three residents' rooms, an incomplete first aid kit in the transport van, and no fire drill observed by a fire safety expert in the past 12 months. Clinical compliance issues included a resident admitted February 24, 2026 without a completed medical evaluation or initial assessment, and repeated psychiatric medication refusals for one resident that were not reported to the prescriber. Correction plans were accepted and later marked implemented by August 12, 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sugar Valley Lodge (whispering Pines Building)

How many violations does Sugar Valley Lodge (whispering Pines Building) have?
Sugar Valley Lodge (whispering Pines Building) has 9 violations documented in The Care Audit database. Review the full citation details above.
When was Sugar Valley Lodge (whispering Pines Building) last inspected?
The most recent inspection date on file is April 20, 2026. Facilities in Pennsylvania are typically re-inspected annually.
Is there an official inspection report for Sugar Valley Lodge (whispering Pines Building)?
Yes. A link to the official state inspection report is available on this page. The report is hosted on the Pennsylvania government website.
Is Sugar Valley Lodge (whispering Pines Building) a licensed facility in Pennsylvania?
Sugar Valley Lodge (whispering Pines Building) is listed in The Care Audit as a state-licensed assisted living facility in Franklin, Pennsylvania. Licensing status is sourced from official Pennsylvania health department records and is updated periodically.