(continued on 9099C)
LPAs interviewed five (5) staff and five (5) of five (5) staff denied the allegation. LPAs interviewed six (6) residents and six (6) of six (6) residents were not able to corroborate the allegation. R1 stated R1 is not being held against R1 will and stated R1 enjoys being at facility and feels safe. LPAs spoke with W1 who family member is who has POA authority. W1 stated that W1 agrees with all the facility is doing in caring for R1. W1 stated to LPAs that the allegation is false. W1 stated that police visited her a few days ago at 8:30pm to investigate abuse allegation. W1 stated police arrived with rifles in hand and in full gear and cause W1 undo distress. W1 stated that it was her son who lives out of state that made the abuse allegations. There is insufficient evidence to substantiate this allegation.
Allegation: Staff do not provide daily activities for resident. It is alleged that R1 is being denied activities, specifically exercise by walking. LPAs interviewed five (5) staff and five (5) of five (5) staff denied the allegation. LPAs interviewed six (6) residents and six (6) of six (6) residents were not able to corroborate the allegation. R1 stated R1 is always busy and has things to do. LPAs observed R1 walking around the facility grounds with W1. LPA observed facility residents participating in activities through the entire visit. The facility has an activity calendar posted and staff stated they included residents in the decision-making process for activities. All residents stated the facility has more than enough activities and are encouraged to participate. There is insufficient evidence to substantiate this allegation.
Although the allegations may have happened or are valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations did or did not occur, therefore the allegations are Unsubstantiated.
Exit interview conducted and copy of report provided.
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