complaint·September 1, 2021

The investigation consisted of the following: Based on interviews conducted, LPA learned that residents are smoking marijuana at the facility and staff admitted that there have been complaints regarding marijuana smell coming from the facility. During the visit conducted on 08/11/21, LPAs toured the facility and observed a strong odor of marijuana coming from room 45B and the nearby hallway area. Per staff, all residents are required to follow the facility house rules. Based on LPA's observations and interviews which were conducted and documents reviewed the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be substantiated. California Code of Regulations, (Title 22, Division & Chapter number), are being cited on the attached LIC 9099D) Exit interview conducted and report provided with Appeal rights. The investigation consisted of the following: On 08/17/21, LPA Nune Margaryan spoke with the Administrator and requested verification of training for all staff who provide medications assistance. Documents were received and reviewed by the LPA and it was confirmed that staff working on the day of the reported incident had completed the required training to assist residents with medications. Based on interviews conducted, statements obtained from Staff members #1 and 2 (S1 and S2) confirmed that R1 never requested pain medication on the date of the incident and R1 has a history of refusing medications. Statements obtained from residents did not present concerns of medications not being administered as prescribed. Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations did or did not occur, therefore the allegation is Unsubstantiated. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was provided to the Assistant Administrator.