I went to a procedure and I noticed when I got back that my room was Disturbed. I opened up my dresser and noticed my over-the-counter medication was missing so I have approached the owner. I still have not heard anything why it happened or why didn't she tell me she took it or anything. I'm not too pleased about it, she could have at least left a note and explained the reason why it was taken and it was taken when I wasn't here. I did not like that either. I like my privacy was invaded, I don't like people being in my space.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
If this is a private room rental or an apartment then her privacy was invaded.
If this is Independent Living or Assisted facility where each person has an "apartment" it is also an invasion. The expectation is that a resident can lock their door. Memory Care would be the exception where rooms are not locked.
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?