complaint·February 26, 2024

The check was in the amount of $900 and “Happy Birthday” written in the memorandum area. Information obtained from Administrator Banaga stated that she contacted S1’s supervisor to advise of concerns and initiate an investigation. During the course of the investigation initiated by the facility, S1 initially stated that they received money as a gift from R1. S1 then admitted that they stole the check and wrote the check, signed it, and cashed it at a local check cashing location. LPA reviewed the written and signed statement submitted to HR and on file with the facility. LPA was also able to obtain termination paperwork for the employee. During an interview with R1, the information regarding the account was corroborated. Based on observations and interviews, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met; therefore, the above allegation that the facility staff financially abused the resident is found to be SUBSTANTIATED. California Code of Regulations, (Title 22, Division 6 & Chapter 8 87468.2 (a) (4)), are cited on the attached LIC 9099D. Pursuant to Title 22 of The California Code of Regulations Division 6, there are one (1) deficiency that will be cited. An exit interview was conducted. The report, along with the 9099D and appeal rights were reviewed and provided to the Administrator, Amy Banaga.