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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Martha Arroyo conducted an unannounced CASE MANAGEMENT- INCIDENT visit to the above facility to investigate an incident that occurred on 04/09/2023. Upon arrival, LPA met with Executive Director (ED), Cyntia Drachenberg and the reason for the visit was explained. Entrance Interview.
04/11/2023, the Department received an unusual incident report (LIC 624) regarding Resident #1 (R1). On 04/09/2023, at approximately 12:26am, while doing routine checks, caregiver noted R1 was not in their apartment, which prompted an immediate search for R1. R1 was later found by the parking lot entrance at approximately 12:50am. R1 was fully assessed by staff and had no injuries noted from the elopement.
On 04/11/2023, at 11:03am, LPA Arroyo spoke with the ED regarding the incident of elopement for R1. ED stated R1 is part of the “circle of friends program” in the 4th floor which is considered part of the assisted living area. ED stated R1’s responsible party was notified the same night, arrived at the facility, and spent the night at the facility alongside R1. As of 04/09/2023, R1 has been transferred to the Memory Care unit where they will have 24-hour supervision. Additionally, ED reported to LPA that a new agreement and physician’s report was requested and is currently being reviewed. Furthermore, upon review of R1’s Physician’s Report dated 03/21/2023, it is noted that R1 is not able to leave the facility unassisted and indicates R1's primary diagnosis to be dementia.
Pursuant to Title 22 Division 6 of the CA Code of Regulations, deficiency was cited (refer to LIC 809-D). This is a repeat citation and a civil penalty of $250 will be assessed today (see LIC421).
Exit interview conducted, appeal rights discussed, and a copy of this report issued.
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