Complaint·November 7, 2024

Administrator also revealed she has spoken to some of the residents about drug usage at the facility and advised them they would be evicted if it continued. However, none of the residents involved have ever received an eviction notice despite their continued drug usage. The facility’s House Rules reflected “smoking is prohibited within the facility, except in designated areas, smoking within the community or vicinity of community may result in eviction.” Illegal drugs that were confiscated, were not reported to the police department, according to the administrator. In addition, the police records reviewed confirmed illegal drug use was not reported to local law enforcement. There were two incidents involving Resident #1 (R1). On 1/06/2024, a caregiver was in R1’s room changing their briefs when the caregiver found a clear plastic baggie containing a crystal substance between R1’s legs. On 2/2/2024, the same caregiver was in R1’s room and observed a clear plastic baggie containing marijuana on R1’s nightstand. R1 does not have a prescription for marijuana and the substance is prohibited on facility property without one. Both incidents were reported to the administrator. R1’s interview revealed that R1 was warned both times, but no other action was taken. There was another incident on 6/27/2024, involving Resident #2 (R2), which indicated that two staff members entered the room of R2, and the room was filled with smoke. R2 was in the room with another resident and R2’s roommate who was confined to their bed. The staff told R2 they could not smoke in the room, and they opened the doors and windows to let the room air out. The staff stated the smoke smelled “weird” and both felt sick after being exposed to the smoke. Of the interviews conducted, two (2) of the residents admitted to smoking methamphetamine and marijuana in their rooms. Further observations revealed on 07/18/24 Resident #3 (R3) had a plate with marijuana on a table in their room in plain view. Next to the plate was a glass pipe and four cigarette lighters. Resident interviews confirmed witnessing resident’s using illegal drugs inside the facility. Further resident interviews revealed residents were admonished about smoking marijuana at the facility. However, they were told to be discrete about it. Continued on a LIC 9099C. Additional evidence confirmed on 06/27/24, an observation of a clear glass pipe with a bulbous end from which was recognized as a pipe/device used to smoke illegal substances such as methamphetamine. Also, the same day was observed a square piece of aluminum foil with black burnt residue in a trash can on the patio area where residents admitted other residents smoke illegal drugs. The foil was recognized as a device used to smoke illegal drugs and the black substance was residue of the product that was smoked. On 07/18/24, a glass marijuana pipe, four lighters, and a rectangle plate with marijuana on it was observed in R3’s room. Facility records reflected on 1/23/2024 Resident #4 (R4) admitted R3 was the person who sold drugs to other residents, and they bought from R3, and everyone knew. On 02/06/XX, year unknown, revealed a photograph of clear plastic bag containing white crystal substance believed to be Crystal Methamphetamine, which was taken in R2’s room. On 08/18/XX, year unknown, revealed a photograph of a glass pipe with a bulbous end and burnt residue in the bowl, which was confiscated by staff, and also found in R2’s room. Staff indicated the photographs with unknown years were taken on or about 2023. In addition, a photograph of laptop and glass pipe with black burnt residue inside, was confiscated by staff from R4’s room. Based on observations, record review and interviews conducted, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation was found to be substantiated. California code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6 & Chapter 8 is being cited on the attached LIC 9099D. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report along with Licensee Rights (LIC 9058 03/22) were provided to Office Manager Assistant, Yahaira Garduno whose signature below confirms receipt of these rights. [See LIC 811 Confidential Names List to identify Residents #1, #2, #3, and #4] Facility records reflected on 1/23/2024 a resident admitted another resident was the person who sold drugs to other residents. However, the resident accused of selling drugs denied the allegation. During the course of the investigation, interviews were conducted, and records were reviewed. Investigation revealed inconsistent statements and information obtained did not present a preponderance of evidence to support or corroborate the allegation. The allegation was deemed unsubstantiated. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report along with Licensee Rights (LIC 9058 03/22) were provided to Office Manager Assistant, Yahaira Garduno whose signature below confirms receipt of these rights.