complaint·March 25, 2025

During the investigation, it was reported that there were three residents that were involved in sexual acts. Clients include Client 1, Client 2 and Client 3. It was reported that Client 1 and Client 2 agreed to have a consensual sexual contact. The clients, as adults, chose to have an intimate time in the privacy of the client’s bedroom. The clients have the right to choose and make a sound decision if they want to be together. The staff were not obligated to prevent the clients from being together. During the investigation, Client 1 and client 3 were involved in having consensual sexual contact. It was reported that Clients 1 and 3 had a romantic relationship and consented to having sex. The staff were not responsible in preventing the clients from choosing to be together. Although the above allegation mentioned may have happened, or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove that the alleged violation occurred, and the above findings are Unsubstantiated . Staff did not prevent a client from choking another client . During the interview process, the administrator, four staff persons and five residents were interviewed. Documents were obtained to include Physicians Reports, Individual Program Plans (IPPs), Emergency Information, Police Reports, Incident Reports, Appraisal and Needs, and Admission Agreements. During the investigation, it was reported that client 1 and client 3 were involved in having consensual sexual contact in the privacy of the client’s bedroom. It was stated that during the sexual act, client 1 choked client 3. Client 3 did not consent to being choked and she began to vomit. Client 3 reported the incident to the staff persons and they contacted the Redding Police Department. Client 1 was charged with Felony Domestic Violence and Battery; client is pending sentencing. It was reported that Clients 1 and 3 had a romantic relationship and consented to having sex. The staff were not responsible for client 1 choking client 3. Although the above allegation mentioned may have happened, or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove that the alleged violation occurred, and the above findings are Unsubstantiated .