On 1/27/23, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kevin Mknelly, conducted a case management visit- health and safety check. LPA spoke with the licensee and explained the reason for the visit.
Prior to initiating the visit, LPA completed required COVID-19 department protocols. LPA ensured they applied hand sanitizer before entering the facility and the following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) was worn: Surgical Mask. Additionally, LPA was screened by facility staff upon entering the facility.
On 1/26/23 the department was made aware of incidents regarding caregivers making unauthorized photos and videos posted on social media. The posting people have been removed from the schedule. Today the department is present because those who posted also organized a protest outside the entrance to the facility.
LPA observed that the facility is clean and staffed appropriate to the needs of the residents. While LPA Mknelly was present, residents were not adversely effected by the actions outside the facility grounds.
Licensee has made local law enforcement aware of the protest. LPA and licensee discussed their emergency preparedness were unauthorized visitors or personnel to enter the facility property.
As a result of today’s inspection, no deficiencies were noted. Report reviewed and copy provided.
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