Winter Haven Health and Rehabilitation Center – Prior Cases and Allegations of Nursing Home Negligence
Background Information on Winter Haven Health and Rehabilitation Center
Winter Haven Health and Rehabilitation Center is a 140-bed nursing home owned and operated by Senior Health Properties South, Inc. The facility can be located at 202 Ave. O N.E. in Winter Haven, Florida. Senior Health Properties South, Inc., also owns facilities such as Treasure Isle Care Center in North Bay Village and Community Convalescent Center in Plant City.
The legal business name of Winter Haven Health and Rehabilitation Center is Senior Health – Winter Haven, LLC. As of this post, Medicare has given the facility an overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars on their Care Compare site. In the past three years, Winter Haven Health and Rehabilitation Center has been federally fined for deficiencies in health and safety for over $165,000.
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Lawsuits Against Winter Haven Health and Rehabilitation Center for Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect Allegations
The following lawsuits have been filed against Winter Haven Health and Rehabilitation Center:
Roberts, Patricia S. E/O vs. Winter Haven Health and Rehabilitation Center
Allegations: The personal representative of the estate of Ms. Roberts filed a lawsuit against Winter Haven Health and Rehabilitation Center after her passing. While a resident of the facility, Ms. Roberts developed a stage four pressure ulcer (bedsore) on her sacrum. Staff also failed to prevent Ms. Roberts from suffering falls in the facility which resulted in a head injury. Furthermore, the facility failed to prevent and treat a urinary tract infection (UTI), which led to Ms. Roberts suffering from urosepsis and septic shock. Ms. Roberts was hospitalized multiple times from injuries and infections caused by the negligence of Winter Haven Health and Rehabilitation Center.
Tomlinson, Jonathon R. E/O vs. Winter Haven Health and Rehabilitation Center
Allegations: A lawsuit was filed against Winter Haven Health and Rehabilitation Center after Mr. Tomlinson suffered an untimely death as a result of the facility’s neglect. In the facility, Mr. Tomlinson developed multiple stage two bedsores, multiple stage three bedsores, and a urinary tract infection (UTI). He also suffered from severe weight loss, malnutrition, and metabolic insufficiencies.
Hughes, Yolande D. E/O vs. Winter Haven Health and Rehabilitation Center
Allegations: The executor of the estate of Ms. Hughes sued Winter Haven Health and Rehabilitation Center for nursing home negligence and abuse. Ms. Hughes suffered from weight loss and skin integrity issues while she was a resident of the facility. Due to preventable falls in the facility, Ms. Hughes suffered from left and right foot fractures. She also developed severe bruising to her forehead, knees, and left thigh. Additionally, staff failed to treat Ms. Hughes for infections such as a urinary tract infection (UTI) and E. coli.
Deficiencies at Winter Haven Health and Rehabilitation Center for Resident Care Violations
December 28, 2021, Inspection at Winter Haven Health and Rehabilitation Center
During a standard inspection at the nursing home, it was determined that staff were failing to properly administer medications to residents. Nursing staff were observed administering improper dosages of the residents’ prescription medications.
October 22, 2021, Inspection at Winter Haven Health and Rehabilitation Center
Based on observations and interviews, the facility failed to provide a comfortable and home-like environment to residents. Inspectors learned that the washing machines at the facility were often out-of-order, which led to a shortage of clean clothes and linens. Residents described how they were often given pillowcases to dry off with after a shower or bed bath.
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Disclaimer
*Each case is different. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome or indicate an expected outcome on your particular case. The above prior lawsuit information is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The information is not provided in the course of an attorney-client relationship and is not intended to substitute for legal advice from an attorney. This individual case information above comes from publicly filed allegations gathered from the plaintiff’s complaint. The allegations in the complaint have not been proven true. These cases are not the work of this law firm. The inspection results are provided from public government agency surveys. The state Department of Health conducts a survey of all nursing home facilities at least once every 15 months. The deficiencies listed on this page may have been corrected after the date of the inspection and date of publishing this material. Citations, ratings, statistics, and deficiencies are current as of the date of this post and will change later on. The inspection findings published are not complete. You may find the most up to date information at medicare.gov. This material is not endorsed by the facility noted or by any governmental agency. Speak with an attorney immediately if you believe you have a viable case against a nursing home, assisted living facility, or medical facility.
