complaint·September 10, 2024

Between 10:15-10:45 AM LPAs interviewed the staff, and six (6) out of six (6) residents. Allegation #1: Staff sleeping in common room. It was alleged that staff are sleeping in the living room common area. To investigate this allegation, at 10 AM, LPAs conducted a physical plant tour. LPAs did not observe any beds in the living room or other common areas, but did saw a couch in the living room. Between 10:15AM-10:45AM, staff and residents interviews were initiated. Interviews from three (3) out of six (6) residents revealed that staff S1 was sleeping in the living room. Based on observation and interviews, there is sufficient information to support this allegation. Thus, this allegation is deemed SUBSTANTIATED at this time. Allegation #2: Facility is in disrepair. Facility is in disrepair. It is being alleged that the tap water in the kitchen is not functioning and the bathroom in the hallway does not have a toilet seat, which could pose a health and wellness hazard. During the interview, it was confirmed that five (5) out of six (6) residents confirmed that they have not proper working tap working in the kitchen. During the interview, it was confirmed that the a toilet seat was not available for a month. During LPAs physical tour tap water in the kitchen was not working. Bathroom toilet seat eventually was available. Based on observation and interviews, there is sufficient information to support this allegation. Thus, this allegation is deemed SUBSTANTIATED at this time. Deficiencies were issued and recorded on LIC 9099-D. Exit interview conducted. Report signed and delivered. Appeal rights delivered. Staff interviews reveal that this facility is an Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) and residents are allowed to go out in the community by themselves. It was alleged that staff (S1) would purchase alcohol for residents in care at the facility. During the interview it was revealed that staff always make sure that this is a safe and healthy environment for all clients, and drinking would be in moderation. Interviews with residents indicated that alcohol is allowed in the facility and other residents have not seen staff purchasing alcohol for the residents. Information revealed that staff did not provide alcohol to clients and staff ensured a safe and healthy environment for clients. No alcohol was seen at the facility. Based on observation and interviews, there is insufficient information to support this allegation. Thus, this allegation is deemed UNSUBSTANTIATED at this time. Exit interview conducted. Copy of this report is given to designee.