^{OLYMPIA -- The state Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) has summary suspended and revoked the license of Carol's Country Touch, a privately operated adult family home at 1520 South 32nd Avenue, Yakima.}

^{The adult family home is licensed by Carol Winters.}

^{The state took the action after finding numerous violations of regulations that affected the safety and well-being of residents. The violations include but are not limited to:}

• ^{The provider failed to ensure four residents were free of physical and verbal abuse.}
• ^{The provider failed to promote one resident's dignity and/or respect her individuality when the provider invaded the resident's private room and belongings without permission.}

^{The provider has the right to contest the summary suspension and revocation by requesting an administrative hearing within 28 days of state notification. The home is also prohibited from admitting any new residents pending any appeal.}