complaint·November 15, 2022

During interviews, all residents and staff stated that they have never witnessed or know of anyone sneaking or using drugs and/or alcohol in the facility. Based on record reviews, observations and interviews, there is not enough information to verify the allegation, therefore, the allegation is unsubstantiated at this time. --- Lack of supervision resulting in residents engaging in a physical and verbal altercations. It was alleged that residents are engaging in physical fights and yelling. To investigate the allegation, on 11/15/2022 at 9:30 AM, LPA reviewed records, at 10:00 AM, LPA made observations during a physical plant tour, at 11:00 AM, LPA interviewed residents and at 1:00 PM, LPA interviewed staff. A review of the Department’s records revealed that the facility has not reported any Incident Reports involving any physical or verbal altercations recently. During a physical plant tour, LPA did not observe any physical or verbal altercations and did not hear any yelling. During interviews, all residents and staff stated that they have never witnessed or know of anyone who has had a physical altercation recently but S1, S6 and R5 stated that they have either heard or witnessed verbal altercations, arguments and yelling. Based on record reviews, observations and interviews, there is not enough information to verify the allegation, therefore, the allegation is unsubstantiated at this time. --- Female residents were inappropriately touched by male residents. It was alleged that men inappropriately touch women. To investigate the allegation, on 11/15/2022 at 9:30 AM, LPA reviewed records, at 11:00 AM, LPA interviewed residents and, at 1:00 PM, LPA interviewed staff. A review of the Department’s records revealed that the facility has not reported any Incident Reports involving men inappropriately touching women. During interviews, all residents and staff stated that they have never witnessed or know of anyone that has touched a resident inappropriately. Based on record reviews and interviews, there is not enough information to verify the allegation, therefore, the allegation is unsubstantiated at this time. --- Facility food services are inadequate It was alleged that the facility dismisses dietary restrictions and does not offer alternatives. (Cont. on LIC9099-C) To investigate the allegation, on 11/15/2022 at 10:50 AM LPA requested documents, at 11:00 AM, LPA interviewed residents and at 1:00 PM, LPA interviewed staff. A review of the facilities meal plan/menu revealed that the facility offers well-balanced and nutritious meals with alternatives for residents with dietary restrictions. During interviews, all residents and staff stated that they feel that the facility offers adequate meals that are well balanced. Furthermore, the Administrator stated that the facility offers alternative meals for those with dietary restrictions. Based on record reviews and interviews, there is not enough information to verify the allegation, therefore, the allegation is unsubstantiated at this time. No health and safety hazards noted during the visit. Exit interview conducted and a copy of the report was issued.