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32 | INVESTIGATION REVEALED THE FOLLOWING:
Allegation #2: Staff do not ensure that residents' dietary needs are met.
It is alleged that facility staff did not meet residents’ dietary needs. Reports indicate that staff do not provide snacks to Resident #1 (R1) and that the facility charges for food. Additionally, the food supply comes from food donation banks. No further details regarding this matter were provided.
On September 16, 2024, October 04, 2024, and May 17, 2025, between 09:30 AM and 04:30 PM, the Department interviewed resident members identified as Resident #1 through Resident #7 (R1-R7). Six (6) out of the seven (7) resident members could not validate this allegation. (R1) refuted this claim and stated it is false. (R2-R6) reported receiving three meals and two snacks daily to cater to their dietary needs. (R2-R6) expressed that food is healthy and of high quality. (R2-R6) confirmed that they are not charged for meals or snacks. (R7) was interviewed but could not converse due to a health condition.
On September 16, 2024, and May 17, 2025, between 09:00 AM and 04:30 PM, the Department interviewed staff members identified as Staff #1 through Staff #3 (S1-S3). Three (3) out of the three (3) staff members could not corroborate this allegation. (S1-S3) residents are provided three meals and two snacks in between. The snacks and meals are prepared to cater to individual dietary needs and preferences. (S1-S3) reported that grocery inventory supplies are purchased from major grocery retail chains such as Costco, Superior Market, and WinCo. (S1-S3) clarified that residents are not charged for their meals or snacks, as this is part of the basic services.
The Department inspected the food supply and noted the presence of various items, including bread, dairy products, eggs, cereal, fruits, and vegetables. Ample nonperishable food supplies were available for at least one week, while perishable items were sufficient for a minimum of two days on the premises following Title 22 regulations.
The review of the Admissions Agreement (dated 01/05/23, 04/19/23, 02/16/23, 03/17/23, and 03/18/23) revealed the following on page 8, under the Basic Services subsection Food Services (a)(b): Three (3) nutritious meals are provided daily, and snacks are available between meals.
(Evaluation Report continues LIC 9099-C) |