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32 | Regarding the allegation “Staff hit resident resulting in a bruise.” It is alleged that one year ago, staff#1 (S1) hit resident#1 (R1) on their elbow, which resulted in R1’s sustaining a bruise. In July of 2025, this Department investigated the allegation: “Staff member pushed resident in care causing an injury”, which involved S1 and R1. Upon investigation, the Department concluded the allegation was Unsubstantiated.
The investigation revealed regarding: “Staff hit resident resulting in a bruise” Four (4) out of four (4) staff interviewed denied the allegation. Eight (8) out of ten (10) residents interviewed denied the allegation. Interview with R1 revealed that R1 was walking in the hallway when S1 hit R1 with S1’s arm. R1 revealed that S1 was backing up with both of their hands on a cleaning cart when S1’s arm came into contact with R1’s elbow, which resulted in R1’s obtaining a bruise. R1 revealed that no words were exchanged prior to this incident. Four (4) out of the four staff interviewed denied this allegation. Interview with S1 revealed that S1 was backing out of another resident’s room with a cart and accidentally bumped into R1. S1 revealed that S1 immediately apologized to R1. S1 revealed that R1 did not fall or shout in pain after S1 bumped into R1. Interview with S3 revealed that witnessed S1 walking out of another resident’s room with a cart and accidentally “bump” into R1. S3 revealed they saw S1 immediately apologize and ask R1 if they were okay. S3 revealed they also approached R1 to check on them and reassured R1 it was an accident. S3 revealed that R1 acknowledged S1 accidentally bumped into R1. S3 denied that R1 complained of pain or injury immediately after the incident. Review of R1’s Unusual Injury/ Incident Reports (LIC 624) did not corroborate this allegation. Review of statements signed by S1, S2 and S3 did not corroborate this allegation. Although the allegation 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.
“Staff do not provide a comfortable room temperature for resident(s).” It is alleged that staff do not turn on the heater when it’s cold outside. Four (4) out of four (4) staff interviewed denied the allegation. Eight (8) out of ten (10) residents interviewed denied the allegation. Interview with R1 revealed they have requested staff turn on the heater so R1’s room will be warm. R1 revealed staff do not turn the heater on and their room is too cold. During facility on 03/02/2026, LPA observed facility thermostat read 77 degrees at 9:15am. During tour of R1’s room, LPA observed R1’s ac/heating air went, covered with white cardboard and tape. R1 revealed they do not want the vent open and wish to keep it taped up. LPA observed a space heater and portable fan in R1's room. During tour of TV room and activity room, LPA did not observe residents to be shivering or bundled up with multiple layers of blankets or clothing. Although the allegation 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. SEE 9099-C
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