Facility Evaluation Report

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Galarza conducted a Case Management- Incident visit to follow up on an SOC 341 Report of Suspected Dependent Elder Abuse incident report dated 7/26/2024. LPA met with Interim Administrator Eric Espartero. The purpose of today's visit is to check on the health & safety of residents in care.

According to SOC 341, the facility reported suspected physical abuse of a resident. It states that resident (R1) was bitten and scratched by staff (S1) on 7/24/24.

Staff were interviewed and stated that on 7/24/24, R1 returned from day program and became physically aggressive towards DSP/Staff when questioned about the food item she got from the refrigerator. The resident has liquid intake restrictions due to a medical condition. Staff stated that R1 bit their own hand and scratched the wrist area after behavior incident. Facility staff called the Regional Center crisis hot line and a representative conducted a same day visit. No health and safety concerns were observed.

LPA reviewed the residents file and noted that R1 has self-injurious behaviors that include biting, scratching, and physical aggression. Staff completed a body check assessment and other licensee required forms as required.

Resident (R1) was not present during today's visit. Staff (S1 & S2) were interviewed, of which both denied that the resident was bitten and scratched by staff.

No health and safety concerns were observed during the visit.

Exit interview conducted and a copy of the report was given to Mr. Espartero.