The Laurels
23 FAITH DRIVE, HAZLETON, PA 18202
(570) 455-7757
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7 violations cited
AI-Generated Summary
State inspectors found seven violations at The Laurels in Hazleton during a March 5, 2026 inspection. Issues included failure to post required regulatory documents conspicuously, a combustible paper touching a dryer vent hose, an overdue annual medical evaluation, employees smoking on property contrary to facility policy, and improper storage of medications including an expired emergency kit and an undated inhaler. Inspectors also found a medication card taped to hold pills in place, and a medication error in which a resident received APAP 500mg more frequently than the prescribed six-hour interval on multiple occasions. The facility accepted all citations and submitted plans of correction, with corrective actions reported as implemented by March 27, 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Laurels
- How many violations does The Laurels have?
- The Laurels has 7 violations documented in The Care Audit database. Review the full citation details above.
- When was The Laurels last inspected?
- The most recent inspection date on file is March 5, 2026. Facilities in Pennsylvania are typically re-inspected annually.
- Is there an official inspection report for The Laurels?
- Yes. A link to the official state inspection report is available on this page. The report is hosted on the Pennsylvania government website.
- Is The Laurels a licensed facility in Pennsylvania?
- The Laurels is listed in The Care Audit as a state-licensed assisted living facility in Hazleton, Pennsylvania. Licensing status is sourced from official Pennsylvania health department records and is updated periodically.