The allegation stated that Resident #1 (R1) was harassed by Resident #2 (R2) at the end of a group activity at the facility when everyone was lined up to leave. [See LIC811 Confidential Name List for a description of select person identifiers used in this report.]

LPA interviewed R1, who reported the incident occurred during the group activity while everyone was sat in a circle. Records reviewed revealed that R1 has a diagnosis of schizoaffective disorder, and per staff interviews has a history of making accusations against other residents and staff. LPA interviewed R2 who denied doing anything to harass R1. A review of R2’s Needs and Service Plan stated that they “express self appropriately” and their Physician’s Report noted that they do not display aggressive or inappropriate behavior.

LPA interviewed other residents who were reportedly present during the group activity. These residents reported not observing any harassment take place and also stated that facility staff were present throughout the activity.

Interview with staff who were present during the duration of the group activity reported not observing any harassment and did not report R1 or R2 acting in any way outside of their baseline.

The Department has investigated the allegation that lack of supervision resulted in resident on resident harassment. Based upon the information obtained during this investigation, it is determined that the preponderance of evidence was not met to support or corroborate these allegations and therefore deemed unsubstantiated.

An exit interview was conducted with Maresulyn Ocenar, to whom a copy of this report and the Licensee’s Rights (LIC9058 01/16) were provided.