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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Stephanie Torres, made an unannounced visit to follow up on the notification of the death of Client One (C1). A health and safety check, relating to complaint #18-AS-20220811094626, was also conducted. The LPA met with House Manager, Arlene Escalona, and informed her of the purpose of her visit.
The Department was informed of C1's death via telephone call from Licensee, Susan Beals, on August 11, 2022. LPA Torres arrived to the facility, toured the home, conducted staff/resident interviews, reviewed records, and took copies of pertinent documentation. Staff interviews reported C1 was found on the floor of the restroom, was visibly injured and was calling for assistance. Staff reported they could not enter the bathroom to provide assistance, due to the client lying on the floor and against the door. It was reported emergency personnel (911) were immediately contacted and arrived within twenty to thirty minutes. Interviews revealed emergency personnel reported C1 passed away at the facility. The cause of death was not reported to staff by personnel who attended to the client.
Further investigation as to the cause of death for C1 will continue and any warranted follow up visits may be conducted, if needed. No health and safety concerns were observed at time of visit. This report was reviewed with Escalona and a copy was provided. |