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Print Violation: 00420760-AP-372142

Provider Information


Footsteps at Greer Gardens

1282 GOODPASTURE ISLAND ROAD
Eugene, OR 97401

Provider ID
50R449
Administrator
Frances Whittle
Phone
(541) 246-2828
Email
fwhittle@thespringsliving.com

Violation Details


Date
8/17/2025
Report number
00420760-AP-372142
Type
Abuse: Neglect
Level
2 - Minor harm or potential for moderate harm
Allegation
Failed to properly plan care
Result
Substantiated
Findings
The Alleged Victim (AV) is a known elopement risk and had a history of leaving his/her previous home. AV was moved into the facility without documentation from the prior facility. On or about August 17, 2025, AV left the secure facility and was gone for approximately 8 hours before staff realized AV was missing. A local resident contacted law enforcement about a person in their back yard, and when law enforcement arrived, it was discovered to be AV. Although AV was not harmed, AV was placed at risk of serious harm. Respondent failed to ensure proper care planning regarding AV's history of elopment. This constitutes abuse by neglect, as outlined in OAR 411-020-0002(1)(b)(A)(ii).
Sanction
RCFCP26-00711 $338.00 fine assessed