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32 | On a subsequent visit on 2/12/2024 LPA conducted another physical plant tour, interviewed resident #1 (R1), and another resident not interviewed on the initial visit, staff #3 (S3), the administrator at the time David Taylor and administrator designee Monica Gory. During the subsequent visit LPA obtained copies of the staff calendar.
Allegation: Staff does not provide nutritious meals. It is alleged the food served is mostly canned and vegetables are not provided. To investigate this allegation LPA conducted a physical plant tour on 01/12/2024 and 02/12/2024 of the kitchen and garage where food is stored. LPA observed one (1) refrigerator and one (1) pantry in the kitchen and a second refrigerator with deep freezer in the garage. LPA observed a sufficient supply of two day perishable and seven day nonperishable food, such as vegetables, meats, eggs, fruit, bread, cans of beans, and soups. According to LPA’s interview with two (2) staff they revealed residents have their preference of food and they will try to cook various meals to satisfy what the resident likes to eat. According to both staff, resident #1 (R1) has a preference of what they like to eat, and it does not always include meals that are necessarily nutritious. Interview with staff and the administrator revealed that R1 has purchased their own groceries such as frozen dinners and meats because they do not like what is served at the facility. Both staff deny not providing residents with options or nutritious meals. According to the administrator, David Taylor the menu has been updated to include residents’ preferences. LPA’s interview with resident #1(R1) revealed they purchase their own groceries because the facility does not provide nutritious meals and they do not like staff's cooking. LPA’s interview with resident #2 (R2) revealed they will sometimes have to “force” staff to provide vegetables, a starch and meat. R2 does not deny being provided the meals once requested. Interview with two other residents’ have no issues with the meals being provided. Based on interviews and observation although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is insufficient evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur. Therefore, the allegation is deemed unsubstantiated at this time.
Allegation: Staff does not provide an adequate amount of food. It is alleged resident #1 (R1) has to purchase their own groceries because there is an inadequate amount of food at the facility. Interview with staff and the administrator revealed that R1 has purchased their own groceries because they do not like what is served at the facility. Both staff deny not providing residents with enough food when preparing their meals. (Page 2 of 3)
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