Complaint Investigation Report

The investigation revealed the following:

Regarding allegation: “Resident dietary needs are not being met.” It is being alleged that residents with diabetes are served the same food as all other residents. Staff interviews conducted indicate the following: A1 indicates that the facility does not provide a separate meal plan for diabetic residents. Resident interviews indicate the following: 7 out of 8 residents indicates that they are diabetic and that the facility does not offer them a diabetic meal plan. R8 indicates, R8 is not diabetic. LPA Calderon reviewed the meal plan for the facility, there is no meal plan found for diabetic residents.

Based interviews which were conducted and the records that were reviewed, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation “Residents dietary needs are not being met” is found to be SUBSTANTIATED. California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6 are cited on the attached LIC 9099D.

An exit interview was conducted, and plan of correction was developed with Administrator Michael Mendoza. A copy of the Complaint Report and Appeal Rights were provided to Administrator Michael Mendoza.