Violation Details: 00105473-AP-080535

Date
10/1/2020
Report number
00105473-AP-080535
Type
Abuse: Neglect
Level
2 - Minor harm or potential for moderate harm
Allegation
Failed to provide safe environment
Result
Substantiated
Findings
On or about October 1, 2020, the Alleged Victim (AV) eloped from the facility through a door that did not properly latch, placing AV at a risk for harm. This is not the first time that AV has eloped from the facility. On this day, Alleged Perpetrator #2 (AP2) was assigned to the unit to care for the residents. During the time in question, AP2 admitted to being on his/her phone in the common area and had no idea that AV had left the building. AP2's actions placed AV at a risk for harm, which is a violation of resident rights, is considered neglect of care and constitutes abuse. The facility failed to provide a safe environment, which is a violation of resident rights, is considered neglect of care and constitutes abuse.
Sanction
ALFCP21-01322 $188.00 fine assessed