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Additionally, LPA Colvin confirmed with the Licensee that the facility does not have a surety bond, which would protect clients' money in the event of a theft. Deficiency cited. Lastly, in review of a resident's file (R1) in relation to a complaint, LPA Colvin observed that there is no accounting ledger for the resident's money. LPA Colvin inquired with the Licensee about this, and the Licensee stated that the funds are kept in an envelope along with receipts for purchases. No other accounting ledger is utilized to itemize expenses to ensure an accurate accounting of the funds held for the resident by the facility. Deficiency cited. Lastly, LPA Colvin learned in an interview with the Licensee and Administrator that R1's funds of $200 was returned to R1's Power of Attorney (POA) with $100 taken out, in order to account for repairs needed on a toilet used by R1. Title 22 Regulations state that a facility cannot use resident's personal funds (such as R1's $200) for expenses or as a deposit. Deficiency cited.
- Reporting Requirements - LPA Colvin observed that though R1 went to the hospital on numerous occasions for emergency services, and was even admitted for several days on at least one occurance, the facility never submitted an Special Incident Reports (SIRs) to Community Care Licensing (CCL). Facilities are required to report to CCL any event or occurrence which may pose a risk to a resident's health or safety. Deficiency cited.
Due to observations made by LPA Colvin, the facility was cited and civil penalties in the amount of $1,500 were issued,
An exit interview was conducted where this report and appeal rights were discussed. A copy of this report, LIC809D, LIC421BG, LIC421IM, and appeal rights was provided to Administrator Chris Peck during the exit interview. |