Failure to Provide Resident-Centered Activities Based on Individual Preferences
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to implement an ongoing, resident-centered activity program that met the interests and preferences of a resident diagnosed with depression and with intact cognition. The resident expressed that it was very important to keep up with the news, participate in favorite activities, and go outside during nice weather. Documentation showed the resident enjoyed both individual and group activities, including attending church, participating in political events, and socializing. Despite these documented preferences, the only activity consistently provided was a brief spiritual reading from the Daily Chronicle, and there was no evidence of one-on-one interactions or facilitation of community outings as outlined in the care plan. Interviews with staff and the resident's representative revealed that the activities offered did not align with the resident's interests, particularly regarding attending church and community political events. Staff were unaware of the resident's desire to participate in outside activities, and there was a lack of documentation for individualized activities. Although administrative staff stated that transportation to outside activities was available, this was not communicated or facilitated for the resident. The facility also did not provide a policy for activities.