complaint·November 1, 2023

Continued from LIC9099. S4 also stated that R1 is not on a restricted diet but needs the food fine chopped and the caregivers bring R1 her meals and any other food at R1's request. W1 stated during interview that R1 has a friend that was given approval to visit R1 for an hour and feed R1, but R1 is able to feed herself. R1 stated during interview that she was able to feed herself and the staff brings her food. LPA observed during interview with R1 a half eaten banana, an open container of milk, half glass of water, and R1's lunch sitting on the tray at R1's bedside. LPA also observed cookies sitting on R1's night stand. Record review of R1's physician report states R1 is able to feed herself. Based upon the information obtained and the interviews during the investigation. The above allegation is unsubstantiated. A finding that the complaint is UNSUBSTANTIATED means that although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of the evidence to prove that the alleged violation occurred. Exit interview conducted and a copy of report was given .