Violation Details: 00284074-AP-249844

Date
9/6/2023
Report number
00284074-AP-249844
Type
Abuse: Financial Exploitation
Level
2 - Minor harm or potential for moderate harm
Allegation
Failed to protect resident from financial exploitation
Result
Substantiated
Findings
The Alleged Victim (AV) gave pens to Alleged Perpetrator #2 (AP2) to give to his/her child for their birthday. AP2 accepted the pens from AV, which is a violation of facility policy. AP2's actions are a violation of resident rights, are considered neglect of care and constitute financial abuse. The facility failed to have a specific definition in policy about accepting gifts from residents, leaving some staff confused. The facility failure is a violation of resident rights, is considered neglect of care and constitutes abuse.