Complaint Investigation Report
He stated staff would encourage C1 to eat. He stated C1 has history of substance abuse and counselor was aware. Administrator stated they did not send reports to CCL regarding C1 incidents. Administrator stated C1 has been seen by doctors regarding his other health issues and changes. On 5/24/2021 LPA interviewed assistant administrator regarding the above allegation. She stated R1 has a history of using drugs in the community, but they will try to redirect him. She stated C1 leaves the home around 9 am to 10 am and will eat breakfast and returns around 2-3 pm and will eat lunch and then dinner. She stated C1’s weight always fluctuates. She stated over a period of time C1 lost 41 pounds but that is normal due to C1’s weight fluctuates. On 7/2/21 and 7/16/21, LPA interview staff #S1-#S3 regarding the above allegation. Staff stated they did not notice any changes with C1’s weight. Staff stated C1 will snack a lot and eat dinner. Staff stated if C1 is under the influence will not eat. Staff stated will encourage C1 to eat while under the influence and will document C1’s behavior. Staff stated clients are provided 3 meals a day with snacks but sometimes residents will go out to eat. Staff. On 7/16/21, LPA interview Clients #C1-#C4 regarding the above allegation. Clients stated they are provided 3 meals at the facility and including snack. Clients stated they have jobs or sometimes leave out and will get something to eat. Clients stated they had no problems with receiving food in the facility.
LPA reviewed C1’s weight record and it showed that C1’s weight fluctuates. LPA reviewed C1’s medical history and records show C1 was malnourish but indicated his weight lost may be due to his medical condition and substance abuse.
Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur, therefore the allegation is unsubstantiated.
An exit interview was conducted with Candice Mccrutchin, and a ha rd copy wa s provided.
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