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32 | Allegation: Staff did not safeguard resident's personal belongings.
It was alleged that R1 was hospitalized in December 2025 and subsequently transferred to a rehabilitation on 12/05/2025, where R1 remained until 03/20/2026, and the staff did not safeguard R1’s personal belongings. LPA conducted an interview with the Administrator, who denied the allegation and stated that R1 has a history of reporting missing items at various times. Administrator reported that the facility made arrangements for R1 to pick up belongings and requested that law enforcement be present to ensure transparency and safety during the process. According to the Administrator, R1 refused to participate in the police accompanied pick-up and allowed the Administrator to video the process of collecting some or all of their belongings. Staff interviewed confirmed the statement provided by the Administrator and stated that they do not recall an instance of R1’s personal items being mishandled or lost while stored at the facility. Staff confirmed that some belongings were stored in boxes, due to R1’s extended absence but stated they were maintained in R1's room #1, which was kept locked during that time. All six (6) residents interviewed denied having any issues with staff safeguarding their belongings. Each resident stated they had never experienced missing personal property, and they had not observed staff mishandling or misplacing items/belongings of the residents. Lastly, LPA was provided with pictures of R1's room and observed, multiple empty bottles and gloves, cream, coins, trash, etc. on the floor. R1's bed was piled up with purses, hangers and various items. LPA was informed that R1 refused to comply with the facility house rules and did not allow staff to clean their room. Therefore, based on interviews and information gathered this allegation is deemed Unsubstantiated, at this time.
No deficiency issued during today's visit.
Exit interview conducted and copy of this report signed and delivered. |