complaint·May 22, 2024

Regarding the allegation: Illegal drug activities on the premises . It is being alleged that there is illegal drug readily available, for free, and it's allowed, and no one does anything about the drugs and drug use in the facility. On 01/04/2024, IB Investigator Lorraine Patterson spoke to the reporting party (RP) via telephone. RP mention the facility was made aware of the drug use. On 01/10/24, IB investigator Patterson and Special Investigator Assistant (SIA) Rocio Flores conducted a physical tour along with staff and resident interviews. When investigator Patterson interviewed the Residential Care Director, they mentioned the house rules/policy and how drug use is a violation, and an eviction or warning can be issued to the resident. The Residential Care Director showed Investigator Patterson recent Unusual Injury/Incident reports and one (1) showed an eviction notice due to drug use in the facility. Investigator Patterson also reviewed Resident #1 (R1)’s file, previous complaints, and took some pictures of the no smoking signs and smoking areas. Investigator Patterson interviewed two (2) more staff that confirmed that they do not have any concerns relative to drug activity/use taking place on the premises and/or being provided for free and that illegal drugs are not permitted. Investigator Patterson interviewed three (3) out of three (3) residents that confirmed that they have not seen, heard and denied any drugs being used on premises, allowed, permitted, and or provided for free. Investigator Patterson attempted to interview three (3) out of three (3) additional residents that were not available and/or refused to speak to them. Based on the observation of the IB Investigator, interviews conducted, and record review, the allegation is UNSUBSTANTIATED at this time. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was given to the administrator.