Incident investigation·June 19, 2024

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jennifer Velasco met with incoming director Ruthie Araujo (Director) to conduct a case management inspection in response to the facility's report to the Department of a child (Child1) experiencing a seizure while in care. Staff observed a change in Child1's health and followed physician's seizure plan for Child1, contacted emergency medical response personnel and Child1's authorized representatives, who took Child1 for medical assessment and care. LPA advised Director of the purpose of the inspection, toured the facility, observed care, and conducted interviews. Witness statements and facility reports document staff's timely observation of Child1's change in health, compliance with physician's seizure plan for Child1, and notification to Child1's authorized representatives, emergency medical response personnel, and the Department. No deficiencies were cited as a result of this inspection. This report was review with facility representative, Director Ruthie Araujo. Exit interview was conducted. Notice of site visit was provided and must remain posted for 30 consecutive days.