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32 | Regarding allegation: Staff had resident sign a document without resident's authorized representative present
It is alleged that the facility did not ensure that an authorized representative was present when R1 signed off the notice for additional services that were added to the monthly basic service fees. It is alleged that R1 cannot speak or read English. The investigation reveals the following: Based on initial physician’s report dated 08/21/2024, R1’s assessment was reported to be able to follow instructions, able to communicate needs, and able to manage own cash resources. The physician’s report identifies R1 as self-responsible. Based on initial Health and Wellness Review dated 08/16/2024, the facility assessed R1’s speech communication status as able to “speak Korean English is second language.” Interviews with staff reveal that seven (7) out of seven (7) staff denied the allegation. Staff denied knowing any staff preventing residents from consulting a third party before signing a facility document. Interviews with six (6) out of seven (7) staff reveal that interaction between staff and R1 were in English, although R1 English skills are limited, R1 was able to communicate his needs. Interviews with residents reveal that ten (10) out of ten (10) residents feel that they are free to consult with any family or senior assistance center for help in the event that residents do not understand a document. All residents denied the allegation above. Residents stated that they have not felt compelled to sign a document without reading it before or getting assistance if they don’t understand the document. LPA’s document review revealed that based on initial physician’s report dated 08/21/2024, R1’s assessment was reported to be able to follow instructions, able to communicate needs, and able to manage own cash resources. The physician’s report identifies R1 as self-responsible. Based upon the investigation, client and staff interviews, document review, and LPA observations, R1 is self-responsible and able to sign documents. The residents are free to consult family before signing any document as stated by residents’ interview.
Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation(s) did or did not occur, therefore the allegation is unsubstantiated.
Exit interview was held with Director of Health Services Milca Osorio. A copy of the report was provided.
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