complaint·June 11, 2024

Based on record review and interviews conducted, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be SUBSTANTIATED . Per Title 22, deficiencies are cited. In regards to the allegation Resident was not provided privacy , based on interviews conducted and information gathered Administrator confirmed that the Regional Center Representative did observe a resident in the bathroom with the door open. Stated she was aware of it and would ensure privacy for all residents. Based on record review and interviews conducted, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be SUBSTANTIATED . Per Title 22, deficiencies are cited. In regards to the allegation Facility did not follow plan of operation, based on interviews conducted and information gathered Administrator stated that there were cameras in common areas and she did not notify San Gabriel Pomona Regional Center or Licensing. Staff S1 stated that there have been cameras in facility to ensure client safety. Administrator confirmed that San Gabriel Pomona Regional Center on a past visit observed the cameras. Based on record review and interviews conducted, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be SUBSTANTIATED . Per Title 22, deficiencies are cited. In regards to the allegation Resident did not have control his/her own cash resources., based on interviews conducted and information gathered Administrator stated that on birthday celebrations each client would get a candy bag and $5 would be taken from P and I without all client's approval. Said on occasions client might want a certain food for their celebration and all client's P and I will be used without their approval. Administrator confirmed that San Gabriel Pomona Regional Center on a past visit spoke about not using client's P and I without their input. Based on record review and interviews conducted, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be SUBSTANTIATED . Per Title 22, deficiencies are cited. as a facility entrance. Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur, therefore the allegation is unsubstantiated. In regards to the allegation Staff did not maintain a comfortable temperature at the facility, based on interviews conducted and information gathered Administrator stated that the temperature is comfortable at the facility. Staff S1 stated that the temperature is comfortable and they try to keep it average for everyone because some get cold and some get hot. R1 and R2 stated the temperature is good at the facility and if hot they put on the air conditioner and if cold they will put on the heater. LPA measured temperature in the common area at 72.3F meeting Title 22 Regulations. Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur, therefore the allegation is unsubstantiated. In regards to the allegation Staff did not meet resident's needs, based on interviews conducted and information gathered R1 and R2 stated that there is 1 English speaking staff and 1 Spanish speaking staff. Administrator stated that there has been a staff speaking English at this facility. Interview with Staff 1 who spoke English and Spanish and stated he communicates in both languages whenever needed to be able to meet all residents needs. Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur, therefore the allegation is unsubstantiated.