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Residents tell supervisors Claravida clubhouse investigation has stalled, ask for new investigator
Summary
Speakers representing Claravida clubhouse clients and staff said the investigator assigned to probe alleged favoritism, reprisals and arbitrary suspensions has been passive; they asked supervisors to replace the investigator and ensure patient safety and respectful treatment.
Multiple speakers urged the board to address ongoing problems at the Claravida (Camino de Vida) mental-health clubhouse, saying appointed investigators have not acted and that members and staff continue to face favoritism, arbitrary suspensions and reprisals.
A speaker introduced by the clerk as Gabriela Hidalgo (through translation) thanked supervisors for appointing an investigator but said that person had been passive and "done absolutely nothing," and asked the board to assign someone committed and competent to protect service quality for patients the county funds.
Juan Chavez, who identified himself during public comment, said he and other clubhouse members have faced arbitrary suspensions and reprisals over about two years and described a lack of progress in the investigation. Chavez asked the board to appoint an objective investigator who will implement the changes the county directed.
Why it matters: Speakers said Claravida is paid by the county to provide mental-health services and that continued operational problems put clients' sense of safety and program goals at risk. They urged supervisory oversight and a staff assignment that prioritizes client wellbeing.
What the board said: The transcript records these comments but does not include a direct, on-the-record response or a board-directed follow-up action in open session.
