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32 | Based on the evidence gathered the allegation is unsubstantiated, meaning that 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.
The investigation into the allegation, staff does not ensure residents records are safely secured, revealed the following. It was reported that client records are left out in the staff office for everyone to see. During the visit LPA observed there were papers on the Administrator's desk but none of them were pertaining to clients or part of their file. LPA observed all client files are kept in notebooks in a bookcase. LPA did not observe any client records anywhere in the office except in the notebooks in the office or medication records which are kept in the medicaiton room in a notebook that is kept locked except when in use by staff. The Administrator reported that all client records are kept secured and never left in public view. 5 out of 5 staff members reported that they are unaware of any issues with keeping client records secure. 5 out of 5 clients reported that they have no knowledge about how records are kept but reported that they are only allowed to see their own records if they request it. LPA attempted to contact W1 but they never responded to a request for an interview. Based on the evidence gathered the allegation is unsubstantiated, meaning that 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.
The investigation into the allegation, staff does not ensure residents light fixtures are in good repair, revealed the following. It was reported the Client 1 (C1) did not have any functioning lights in their room. LPA toured the facility and inspected 6 client rooms including C1's former room. LPA observed all occupied client rooms had working lamps for clients. The Administrator reported that C1's room is being remodeled and painted because C1 damaged the furniture and the walls in the room. LPA observed there were only 2 beds in the room. The Administrator reported that the room is currently unoccupied and they are getting rid of the beds. The Administrator reported that the furniture is being replaced because C1 damaged the furniture. The Administrator reported that the lamps from the room have been put in storage and will be returned after the room remodel is completed. LPA attempted to contact W1 but they never responded to a request for an interview. C1's where abouts are unknown. LPA attempted to contact C1 but their contact number is no longer in service, so no interview was conducted. Based on the evidence gathered the allegation is unsubstantiated, meaning that 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. |