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13 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Chinwe Nwogene conducted an unannounced visit to conclude the complaint investigation into the allegation listed above. LPA met with Administrator, Valerie Garcia and explained the purpose of the visit. During the investigation, LPA interviewed staff, interviewed residents, interviewed Resident #1’s Responsible Party and reviewed resident’s file.
Regarding the allegation “facility is neglecting resident”. It was alleged staff is neglecting Resident #1 (R1). LPA interviewed staff who denied neglecting resident. Staff stated care and supervision is provided to all residents. LPA interviewed residents. Three out of three residents interviewed denied staff neglect residents. LPA interviewed Resident #1’s Responsible Party who denied hearing about staff neglecting resident #1. Resident’s RP reported resident is properly cared for by staff. Resident’s file review revealed no evidence of staff neglecting resident.
Based on LPA’s interviews and resident’s file review, there is not enough evidence to support the above allegation. Although the allegations 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 allegations is unsubstantiated at this time. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was reviewed with and provided to Valerie Garcia. |