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delivering findings for the above allegations. The investigation consisted of observations, reviewed records and interviews conducted. On November 15, 2023, the Department received allegations that Staff forced residents to eat and Staff did not distribute residents medications as prescribed. The investigation was completed by the department and revealed the following:
Regarding allegation staff forced residents to eat:
Per record reviews Facility had five residents at initial start of investigation. Per Physicians reports four of five residents are able to feed themselves with no issues. Resident 1 requires assistance with feeding and is on a pureed diet. Per Staff interviews, Five of five staff stated they have never force feed residents. Per resident interviews, three of six residents stated they have no issues with eating and no issues with staff assisting with feeding.
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