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25 | Licensing program Analyst (LPA) Christina Valerio arrived to the facility unannounced to conduct a case management visit to ensure stipulation orders were being followed. LPA met with facility staff, and explained the purpose of the visit.
The facility was issued a Stipulation and Waiver; and Order effective 01/26/23. The facility is currently undergoing a revocation of license. On 02/16/23, the Regional Office and Licensee representatives conducted an office meeting to review and discuss the Stipulation. All parties acknowledge understanding of Stipulations and expectations of the department. It was the facility responsibility to ensure the stipulation orders were followed to its entirety. On 03/02/23, the facility was to provide a 60-day Eviction letter along with information regarding potential sale or transfer of facility to all residents and responsible parties. Facility Administrator submitted an email to the Regional Office on 03/02/23; however, the email had many components missing. Facility Administrator was advised by Regional Manager (RM) Doub of missing information that needed to be included in the letter. LPA Valerio spoke to Administrator Ernest on 03/03/23. LPA reminded Ernest of stipulation orders, read page 3, line 9 of the stipulation to him, and requested he send a completed copy to LPA. As of 03/06/23, a corrected letter has not been sent out to client and responsible parties. LPA requested a copy of the updated letter be sent to LPA by 03/10/2023. The facility shall no longer accept new residents in care. As of today, there are 50 residents in care. Licensee is to maintain a live resident roster with accurate and up to date information. LPA requested the resident roster be sent to LPA by 03/10/2023.
LPA told facility staff to inform administrator Ernest to review the stipulation. The Stipulation and Waiver; and Order is a public document; therefore, residents, responsible parties, and staff shall be directed to where they can review a copy. Administrator Ernest was also reminded to cooperate with appropriate agencies as necessary to assist with the relocation of clients should they want to leave prior than the stay period end date of 05/31/23.
An exit interview was held with facility staff, and a copy of the report provided. |