complaint·July 22, 2021

Staff, and 2 of 2 facility staff reveled that R1 appeared unfocused and very confused. The allegation was also investigated by Orange County Sheriff’s Department, who conducted interviews including with R1. R1 state a large man, about 6’3” abused them and called them a dog. R1 further stated the man would come into the room at night and hit them. R1 also described the 6’3” man as white, with short black curly hair, and approximately 30 years old. OC sheriff officer conducted interviews with facility staff and found no one that matched the description given. Orange County Sheriff’s Department closed the case with no pursuance of criminal prosecution and found no evidence of abuse. Case related medical records were obtained for R1. Medical records revealed that R1 had a left clavicle and partial rib fracture, however witnesses interviewed stated this was known and possibly from a fall sustained earlier in the month. No evidence was found in the medical records obtained that supported an allegation occurred as reported. Furthermore, medical records did not document or notate suspected injuries occurred due to abuse. Interview with staff reveled that when R1 was placed in the facility, R1’s diagnosis was known and was reported to be a “night owl”. R1 would get very emotional and often uncooperative when receiving services. Based on the information gathered during the investigation, interviews and review of all documents obtained, the Department is unable to ascertain if the allegation occurred as reported. Although the allegations may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove or refute the alleged violation occurred; therefore, this allegation is deemed Unsubstantiated. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator and a copy of this LIC-9099 report was left at facility.