complaint·May 21, 2021

3 out of 3 staff stated there were observations and communication logs about AV being anxious and refusing to eat and drink. AV was in independent living, which meant AV did not require supervision on daily activities such as dressing, bathing, and eating from staff in the facility. AV had his/her own freedom to choose to eat or drink. 3 out of 3 staff denied AV was not accorded dignity in relationships with staff. 2 out of 2 AV’s relatives stated they were aware of AV’s psychological issue resulting in AV not consuming enough food and liquid. Interview with AV revealed that AV was aware there were fruit juice, bottled water, and drinkable tap water readily available with AV’s meals and in AV’s room. AV believed the reason of his/her dehydration was due to his/her chronic vomiting and diarrhea. Medical notes revealed that AV had a history of hallucination. AV admitted being paranoid and anxious. AV was consciously not eating and drinking due to psychotic episode. AV denied being not accorded dignity in relationships with staff. Based on the Department's interviews and records review, the allegations are UNFOUNDED, meaning they were false, could not have happened and/or are without a reasonable basis. This report was reviewed with DRCS and a copy of this report was provided.