complaint·August 28, 2023

During the investigation. Investigator Santana could not find sufficient evidence to prove that the injuries the child may have sustained were caused by Staff 1 (S1) and were inflicted intentionally. Investigator Santana was unable to obtain a time stamped photo of the injuries and therefore could not verify that the injuries occurred while the child was in care. Based on the documents collected, records reviewed, and statements made by pertinent parties do not prove or disprove the allegation. Regarding the additional allegations, staff handled child in a rough manner and staff did not follow reporting requirements has been investigated by LPA Rachel Zeron. Based on IB investigations unsubstantiated findings due to insufficient evidence. Additional allegations investigated by LPA Zeron were also found unsubstantiated due to lack of evidence. LPA Zeron was unable to obtain additional information that would warrant the facility to report an incident to the responsible party. This agency has investigated the complaint alleging, staff caused multiple bruises to appear on child in care, staff handled child in a rough manner and staff did not follow reporting requirements . Although the allegation may have happened, or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur, therefore the allegation is UNSUBSTANTIATED. A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS GIVEN. DIRECTOR WAS INSTRUCTED TO POSTED IT IN A PROMINENT LOCATION AT THE FACILITY. THE DIRECTOR UNDERSTANDS THAT IT MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR THE NEXT 30 DAYS. An exit interview was conducted, A copy of this report and appeal rights were given to the Director, Anie Monnette Silan during this inspection on 09/05/2023.