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32 | During today’s visit, LPA requested copies of resident and staff rosters. At approximately 11:40am, LPA conducted a physical plant tour, to ensure health and safety of the residents are protected.
Allegation: Staff did not assist resident with transfers.
It was reported that S1 refused to move R1 out of bed because S1 said s/he was not comfortable moving R1. RP stated when asked S1 to put R1 in the wheelchair so R1 could go outside during a visit, S1 refused to get R1 out of bed. To investigate the allegation LPA conducted interviews with Administrator, S1 and S2, who denied ever refusing assisting residents with transfers. Interviews also revealed that due to some residents’ heavy weight or health issues sometimes 2 caregivers assistance is required for transfers from or to bed. Staff members confirmed that resident #1 (R1) family member got frustrated and complaint that R1 did not get assistance with transfer. The family member got explained that once the second caregiver finishes the round, R1 will get assistance. However, the family member refused to wait because they wanted assistance immediately and started to verbally attack caregivers. Interview with two (2) out of four (4) residents confirmed that staff never refused assisting residents with transfers whenever they asked for. Residents also stated that since R1 moved to the facility, family members expected R1 to have 24 hours of 1:1 care and always created arguments with staff members. Residents stated that they are very happy with the care and assistance they receive from the caregivers and would never move out to another facility. During the visit LPA also observed that residents receive adequate care by caregivers and caregivers provide proper assistance with transfers.
Based on the observation, records review, and interviews, there is insufficient evidence to support the allegation that the facility staff fails to assist residents with transfers. Therefore, the allegation is deemed Unsubstantiated at this time.
Allegation: Licensee does not provide planned activities for residents.
It was reported that R1 was always in bed in the room just staring at the wall because R1 did not have a TV, and no activities were provided by staff. To investigate the allegation LPA conducted interviews with the Administrator, two (2) staff members, and two (2) out of four (4) residents who were able to communicate. Interview with staff members confirmed that, although various activities get provided to residents in care regularly, not all residents wish to participate or are capable of it, due to their diagnosis or health condition. Staff members confirmed they do morning exercises, art/coloring books, board games, memory games and music.
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