Failure to Implement Policies Preventing Abuse, Neglect, and Theft
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to develop and implement effective policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. This deficiency was identified through surveyor observations and review of facility documentation, which revealed that the required safeguards and protocols were either not in place or not consistently followed. The lack of comprehensive and enforced policies contributed to an environment where incidents of abuse, neglect, or theft could occur without adequate prevention or timely detection. Surveyors noted that staff were not consistently trained or monitored regarding the prevention of these incidents, and there was insufficient evidence of regular review or updating of the facility's procedures related to resident protection.