Follow-up on corrections·October 10, 2023

On 10/10/2023 at 10:09 AM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Melody Brown and Bianca Wolcott met with Memory Care Director Denise Perez to initiate Case Management Visit. The investigation consisted of observation, interviews, and a review of pertinent documentation. During the facility visit on 10/09/2023, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Melody Brown and Bianca Wolcott reviewed documents and observed that Staff #6 (S6) does not have a current criminal background clearance and showing “in process” in Guardian system. Staff interview and records review indicated S6 had been working at the facility since 06/12/2023. In addition, LPAs Brown and Wolcott also notice Staff #7 (S7) working at the facility without a criminal background clearance since 09/18/2023. LPA Brown informed Memory Care Director Perez that deficiency will be issued as this pose immediate health, safety and personal rights risks to residents in care. Civil Penalty was assessed with the amount of $500.00 per individual during the Facility Visit for failure to obtain S6 and S7 Criminal Background Clearance. An exit interview was conducted where this report (LIC809), LIC809D, LIC421BG and Appeal Rights were discussed and provided to Memory Care Director Denise Perez.