Complaint·June 13, 2024

It is being alleged that R1 became ill due to the food served at Vista Del Mar Senior Living. On 06/05/24 LPA Villegas interviewed ED regarding the allegation above, ED denied the allegation above and stated all kitchen staff is trained on and are implementing all universal precautions. ED continued to report that the food service director provides initial training as well as enrolls new staff in reliase training for ServSafe certification. On 06/05/24 LPA Villegas obtained copies and verified that all kitchen staff have active ServSafe and food handler certification. On 06/05/24 between 9:30am- 12:30pm, LPA Villegas interviewed S1-S6 regarding the above allegation, 4 of 6 staff denied the allegation above and reported that all meals are fresh, there are no leftovers, temperatures are conducted daily, and that food quality checks are conducted daily. 2 of 6 staff reported not having any knowledge of the kitchen protocols. On 06/05/24 LPA Villegas toured facility kitchen with S1, LPA observed kitchen staff wash off dishes and utensils prior to placing them into the dish washer that provides sanitation. LPA Villegas observed all food stored in pantry to be dated and observed the refrigerator and freezer to have appropriate temperatures. LPA Villegas toured dinning room following lunch service and observed staff sanitizing all tables and chairs. On 06/05/24 between 12:30pm-2:30pm LPA Villegas interviewed R1-R10 regarding the allegation above, 2 of 10 residents interviewed refused to be interviewed, 7 of 10 residents interviewed denied the allegation above. The 7 of 10 residents interviewed stated they have not been sick due to the food provided at Vista Del Mar Senior Living. On 06/13/24 at 10:10 am LPA Villegas interviewed R1 regrading the allegation above, per R1 R1 went to the E.R. twice in May 2024 and was provided with Anti- Nausea, anti-diarrhea, and cepacol medication, and reports R1 has requested a no Mayonnaise diet moving forward. Based on observation, interviews, and records reviewed there is not enough evidence to support the allegation above. Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation(s) did or did not occur, therefore the allegation is unsubstantiated. Exit interview conducted with Executive Director Janie Acosta, and a copy of this report was provided.