Friends Boarding Home

50 SOUTH CONGRESS STREET, NEWTOWN, PA 18940

(215) 968-3346

Assisted Living Facility|Last inspected January 13, 2025

5 violations cited

Last inspected: January 13, 2025|Licensed for 25 beds

AI-Generated Summary

State inspectors found five violations during the January 13, 2025 unannounced inspection of Friends Boarding Home. Hot water temperatures in three resident bathrooms exceeded the 120°F legal limit, reaching up to 131°F — a repeat violation from 2024. Fire drill records were incomplete, lacking evacuation times measured in seconds, and the facility failed to use alternate exit routes across multiple monthly drills. A staff member administered medications to residents without meeting annual practicum recertification requirements. Additionally, a resident's preadmission screening form was not completed within the required 30-day window before admission. Plans of correction were submitted and all violations were confirmed implemented by March 3, 2025.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Friends Boarding Home

How many violations does Friends Boarding Home have?
Friends Boarding Home has 5 violations documented in The Care Audit database. Review the full citation details above.
When was Friends Boarding Home last inspected?
The most recent inspection date on file is January 13, 2025. Facilities in Pennsylvania are typically re-inspected annually.
Is there an official inspection report for Friends Boarding Home?
Yes. A link to the official state inspection report is available on this page. The report is hosted on the Pennsylvania government website.
Is Friends Boarding Home a licensed facility in Pennsylvania?
Friends Boarding Home is listed in The Care Audit as a state-licensed assisted living facility in Newtown, Pennsylvania. Licensing status is sourced from official Pennsylvania health department records and is updated periodically.