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13 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Natasha Persaud conducted an unannounced visit to conclude the complaint investigation regarding the above mentioned allegation. LPA met with Administrator, Raushon Ahmed.
During the investigation, the facility was toured, records reviewed and interviews conducted with staff, residents, and outside sources. It was alleged staff did not treat resident with dignity. It was reported that the caregivers expressed they don’t want male residents at the facility and have been mean to male residents. It was also reported the caregivers were grabbing and pulling the arms of the male residents to prevent them from going outside to smoke a cigarette. Staff interviews revealed they do not want residents to smoke outside as it can be viewed negatively by the community. The facility has a covered patio area with a ramp leading outside. The patio area can be viewed by people walking or driving by. Staff also reported the male residents used wheelchairs and it was difficult for the residents to come up the ramp independently. Therefore, a smoking area was designated for the residents in a corner spot located in front of the facility, away from street view. Continued on LIC 9099C. |