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32 | During a tour of the facility on December 13, 2022, LPA did not observe discoloration in the water, but did observe the water leak behind the toilet area under the shut off valve. LPA observed that there was a plastic container under the valve that held the water that leaked out of the valve. Interview with the Administrator said that the contractor who had worked on the facility, would work on the leak in the bathroom. Administrator was unable to communicate how long the leak had been happening; however, observations showed visible water stains and discoloration on bathroom wall behind toilet.
It was alleged that the call pendants for residents to request assistance were deactivated by staff. Specifically, it was alleged that the call buttons were turned off throughout the night. During a tour of the facility on December 13, 2022, LPA pressed two individual call buttons and confirmed that both of the call pendants were turned off. According to an interview with the Administrator, the call pendants were routinely being turned off during the day, since there was a staff working throughout the day. Interviews with outside sources confirmed call pendants were also being routinely turned off by staff at night. Based on evidence obtained, there is sufficient evidence to support the allegation.
It was alleged that the facility did not afford residents with privacy. Specifically, it was alleged that there were cameras inside the resident’s room. Interview with the Administrator revealed that the facility is allowed to have cameras throughout the facility. LPA also directly observed a camera in the bedroom on December 13, 2022. LPA confirmed a camera set up on top of a dresser in a shared bedroom with resident #1 (R1) and resident #2 (R2), facing R1's bed. The camera was quickly disconnected by the Administrator. Record reviews determined there was no resident consent or indication of prior Department approval on file for use of video surveillance in a private area. Based on observations and records review, there is sufficient evidence to support the allegation.
The above-mentioned allegations are deemed to be substantiated. California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8, is being cited on the attached LIC9099-D.
The report was discussed, a plan of correction was jointly developed, and an exit interview was conducted with Administrator, Kahnis. A copy of this report along with Licensee/Appeal Rights (LIC9058 03/22) was provided to Administrator Kahnis at the conclusion of the visit. The signature below confirms the receipt of the documents. |