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32 | Regarding the allegation: Facility staff does not ensure adequate amount of food supply for clients. It was alleged that client not getting enough food and never feels full or satisfied. Client reports weight loss and exhaustion. During today’s visit LPA observed ample food supply and variety to prepare client meals. Items such as meats, ground beef, chicken, cheese, waffles, eggs, breads, oats, and cereals were observed. LPA also observed a variety of vegetables such as bell peppers, tomatoes, lettuce, onions, and other frozen veggies. Fruits observed included bananas, oranges, apples. Facility has 2 refrigerators which were fully stocked. Per Administrator, grocery shopping is usually done every week and as needed. Per interviews with staff members, facility keeps a list of items that are needed, and Administrator will go to the grocery store as needed. Administrator stated that clients provided three meals a day including healthy snacks of their choice and the portion are adequate. Interviewed S1 and S2 stated that served portions are enough and clients can request extra portions always. If client doesn’t like what's being served for a meal, they can request an alternative. Administrator, S1 and S2 stated that they didn't hear any complains from clients about food portions or clients not satisfied. Administrator provides LPA a copy of the menu and the alternative meal request log in sheet. The alternative meal sheet for breakfast, lunch or dinner, shows the clients can request turkey sandwich, pancakes, meatballs, salad, eggs, toast, bacon, fruit plate, yogurt. Interviewed C1 and C2 stated that the food is healthy and satisfying, portions are enough / adequate. C1 and C2 stated that they have different food options and if they do not want what is on the menu they can request a different meal option and they always can ask for extra food / portions. LPA observed the meal that was served to the clients at the time of visit. The portions of the meals were adequate and by client's request were provided extra portions. Administrator mentioned that C1 recently had a dental/ oral surgery. Due to having several teeth pulled, C1 was put on soft diet for about 2 weeks. C1 has lost weigh lately and was taken to C1's primary physician for a health and physical check and exam which was started by physician that C1 is in good health and C1's weight is okay and there is no signs for exhaustion. C1's weight record requested and reviewed by LPA. Interviewed C1 stated that he/she lose weight because workout a lot, trying to gain muscles. C1 also mentioned that he/she had an oral surgery recently and was on soft diet. C1 stated that he/she just started to eat regular food and enjoyed it / satisfied.
Based on the LPA's observation, interviews conducted with client and staff and document reviewed, 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. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report was provided.
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