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Assisted Living Under Fire Over Alcohol Neglect | Charleston News
A Minnesota assisted living facility is under fire after a resident ended up in the ER with a .23% BAC—after downing 12 shots and a beer before noon. Authorities found the facility neglected him, but owner Trista Barstow argues they’re helping residents with severe addictions who have nowhere else to go. Staff assist with alcohol monitoring to prevent worse outcomes. The resident, Don Brambrink, says he’s been helped—and hasn’t touched alcohol since June 9th. The facility plans to appeal, while state health officials stand by their findings. No criminal charges filed yet, but changes may be…
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