Complaint Investigation Report

taking place but nothing recent since that time.

It was learned that friendships and emotional attachments to other clients at the day program were accepted and even promoted. It was learned that clients were encouraged to be able to express their feelings to each other and day program staff as well.

It was learned that there weren't any restrictions set forth on day program clients to isolate themselves and not be able to sit, hold hands, or simply hug another client if they felt emotionally involved with them. It was learned that as long as the behavior was consensual and not inappropriate then day program staff did not intervene with these personal interactions.

As a result of this investigation, this Department found the allegations to be UNSUBSTANTIATED. A complaint allegation finding of Unsubstantiated meant that although the allegations may have happened or was valid, there was not a preponderance of the evidence to prove that the alleged violation occurred.

There were no deficiencies observed or cited at this time.