They took some over-the-counter medication out of my dresser. Thoughts?

It really does depend on what type of facility you are in. And are u in the US.

My Moms AL allowed no medication in her room. All medication, even OTC had to be prescribed by Moms doctor. Things like Tylenol were "as needed" and kept by the RN.

But, I have to agree that no one should be going thru your things without you being there. You have rights. Read your contract. Were u given a "Resident rights" paper?

Newyork, does your room have a lock? Is it normal that others are in your things when you are not home? That would be my concern.

My dad shared a room and he kept buying tylenol. The caregivers told him that he couldn't have them in his room because others could find them and take them. He didn't want to hear that, so he bought tylenol and would hide it, then he would spill them and they would take them and around and around.

If you are in AL this situation is probably addressed in your contract. Maybe, you could get a lock box to keep OTC meds in?

Best ofuck getting this sorted.

Most likely in your facility they don't allow residents to have access to any kind of medicines, prescribed or non-prescribed.

It’s not really an invasion of privacy. It means that you’re receiving personalized care.

Why not ask them to give you a prohibited list, and let you know next time if there’s a concern about something that’s yours.

Your privacy was invaded. The owner, to whom you correctly reported that you had noticed that your room had been entered without your permission, your belongings disturbed and your medication taken, owes you an explanation. How long have you given her to provide one?

This facility, assuming it is registered, must have a complaints procedure. It should already have been given to you in writing, if it hasn't been ask for it, if you're not provided with that either then it's time to head up the reporting chain.

It is quite possibly true that the facility has strict rules about safe storage and handling of ALL medication, prescribed or not; but that does not explain or excuse this particular incident. Unless, perhaps, you have knowingly flouted those rules? - have you previously had differences with the owner on this point?

If you are in a facility they are very strict about keeping medications and some personal items in the room. Other residents can get into the items and be injured, get sick...
If you are renting a room I would imagine that entering your room without your knowledge or permission is a violation of your lease if you have one.
If you do not have a rental agreement you might want to consider looking for another place.
If you are in an apartment the same would apply that it is probably a violation of rental agreement.
In any case I would report the theft to the police if you have not gotten a response from the person or persons that you think came into your room and removed items.

Ny, are you in a facility of some sort?

I know that when my mom was in Assisted Living there was a very strict rule that she could have no meds, not even OTC ones in her room. This was a state licensing law, apparently.