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32 | In addition, the assistant Administrator has not received any complaints from any other clients regarding illegal drug use of the named clients. Administrator stated, that if they have suspicion of drug use for any client, they will do a thorough investigation. In the past Drug Paraphilia and weed have been found in client’s room during housekeeping; But not in the rooms of the clients named in the allegations. LPA was told by the Assistant Administrator that “Any client who is found with non-prescribed medication, not taking prescribed medication, alcohol, illegal drugs, or drug paraphernalia on the facility premises will be issued a written warning, and notified that their continuance can lead to an eviction.” Interviews with All Clients in care generally stated that they have not seen other clients using illegal drugs inside of the facility. During Physical plant Tour LPA observed that the facility has a camera facing an open alley. Although the alley is not part of the property line of the facility, the camera is being used for the safety of clients and staff. LPA did not observe on 02/15/22 any sale of illegal drugs to clients in care in an alley. Based on Interviews, Record Review and Physical Observation regarding the named clients, The Department finds that: “ Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation(s) did or did not occur, therefore the allegation is unsubstantiated. “
Regarding Allegation: Staff are not addressing residents' aggressive behavior
Interview with Assistant Administrator revealed that client (C3), who is named in the above allegation(s) is known to be verbally aggressive. C3 has not caused any physical damage to the facility, or physically assaulted any other clients in care. Administrator stated that” There is one Staff on night shift, and one on call. Staff have been instructed to contact 911, or local authorities, should aggressive behaviors take place, that staff cannot disengaged. Administrator stated that, “There have been one client in the last month, that has been placed on a 51/50 hold.” Interviews with Clients revealed that all generally stated there is one staff at night and have not witnessed any aggressive behavior at night by clients, resulting in holes in the walls of the facility. During Physical Tour LPA did not observe holes in the walls but did observe paint patches. Therefore; Based on Interviews, Record Review, And Observation. the Department finds that: “ Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation(s) did or did not occur, therefore the allegation is unsubstantiated. “
An Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report was provided. No citations were issued during this visit.
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