complaint·October 24, 2024

Allegation: Staff member is financially abusing resident in care. It was alleged that Staff #1 (S1) borrowed money from Client #1 (C1) amounting to approximately $700.00. To investigate this allegation, LPA conducted an interview with the Administrator and S1 and both denied the above allegation. LPA was informed that clients can access their funds by making a request. After the request, the funds get disbursed in the form of cash and a P&I log is being signed by the client upon receipt. A copy of P&I log records was also provided to LPA. Moreover, LPA was informed that C1 is able to manage his/her own cash resources and leave the facility unassisted. Administrator and S1 stated that C1 doesn't tell anyone where the money are spent and the staff will not question by respecting C1's Personal Rights. LPA conducted interviews with four (4) clients and all clients confirmed that they receive their P&I funds upon request and expressed no concerns regarding this allegation. Clients also informed LPA that no staff ever asked to borrow money nor they witnessed others giving/landing money to the staff. Lastly, LPA conducted an interview with C1's family member who denied the above allegation and also expressed no concerns. Based on today’s interview, record review and the information gathered, this allegation is deemed Unsubstantiated at this time. No deficiency cited Exit interview conducted and copy of this report signed and delivered.