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32 | Allegation: Staff did not ensure a menu was written up at least a week in advance.
It was reported that the meal menu is not being written up a week in advance by regulations. To investigate the allegation, during today’s visit, LPA interviewed the facility Administrator, assistant Administrator, three (3) staff members, two (2) cooks, and six (6) residents. LPA also reviewed the facility’s weekly and daily menus and observed the current weekly menu posted on the wall next to the dining area.
The administrator, assistant Administrator and staff confirmed that weekly menus are prepared and posted in advance. Menu records reviewed during the visit included current and upcoming weekly menus through August 2nd, consistent with the title 22, 87555 (c )(1), which requires menus to be prepared and posted at least one week in advance. Staff also stated that there was a technical issue and 7/4/25 which prevented them printing the following week’s menu. And due to the holiday, the maintenance crew was available on the following day, which was 7/5/25. The work was completed on 7/7/25 and the menu immediately printed out and posted on the wall. Staff provided the work order for technical issue, LPA observed and confirmed that an immediate action was taken. The interview with two (2) cooks also revealed that due to not having access to the following week’s menu, they made a handwritten menu and posted it on the wall for residents.
Five (5) out of six (6) residents interviewed stated that they are aware of the weekly menu, know where it is posted, and generally know what to expect for meals ahead of time. Residents also stated that even if any resident is bed bound or for any reason cannot go to the dining area, staff provides the menu to resident’s room. LPA observed the weekly menu posted in the dining area in a visible location accessible to residents. One (1) out of six (6) residents (R1) interviewed stated that although staff have a weekly meal menu available and posted on the wall every week, on Sunday 7/6/25 there was no weekly menu posted, but instead staff had handwritten menu posted for 7/6/25 and 7/7/25. R1 also confirmed that on 7/7/25 the proper weekly menu was available and posted on the wall.
Based on observation, interviews, and records review, there is insufficient evidence to support the allegation. Therefore, the complaint is deemed unsubstantiated.
No deficiency cited during today’s visit.
Exit interview conducted, copy of the report delivered.
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