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32 | Observations revealed the following: The Department observed the dining room and surrounding common areas and did not observe any religious activity or conditions causing discomfort to residents during the visits. Records reviewed revealed the following: The Department reviewed the facility’s May and June 2026 Activity Calendars, which did not document the alleged religious activity in the dining area. Interviews conducted revealed the following:
The Department interviewed eleven residents (R1-R11). One of eleven residents (R1) supported the allegation and reported that loud religious singing occurred in the dining room near the entrance. Seven of eleven residents (R2, R3, R5, R6, R7, R8, R9) did not support the allegation. Resident (R3 & R5) recalled a singing group but did not identify the activity as religious and did not find it uncomfortable. Three of eleven residents (R4, R10, R11) either did not recall the event or were not knowledgeable of the occurrence.
The Department interviewed four staff members (A1, S2-S4). Administrator Ace Huynh (A1) did not recall the incident being reported. S2 disagreed with the allegation. S3 recalled the event occurring and stated the individuals were visitors associated with a resident. S3 further stated that staff intervened by informing the visitors that the activity could not continue due to the sensitivity of residents in care. S4 recalled the individuals visiting a resident and stated that no concerns regarding residents being uncomfortable were reported to staff at the time. Interviews confirmed religious singing occurred near the dining area; however, most residents did not report discomfort or interference, and the evidence did not show staff knowingly allowed the concern to continue.
Based on the evidence gathered, interviews conducted, and records reviewed, although the allegation “Staff do not provide a comfortable environment for residents in care” 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.
No deficiencies were cited in today’s visit. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this Complaint Report was provided to the Administrator. |