Covid EL 9264 - Pfizer 05/31/2021 - given by LCHC (Chillicothe Mo) on 2-2-21
Covid 19 EN 6200 - Pfizer 06/30/2021 - given by LCHC (Chillicothe Mo) on 2-23-21
Covid 19 Pfizer 33130BA - given by Walgreens #11558 on 1/8/22
Flue received on 1-8-22
Pneumococcal was received in 2021 unknown when
159lbs 5'10"
Blood pressure as of 3/3/22 97/85
Had Colin Rectal Reconstruction in ~2021. Redefined the rectum.
Hydroid
On his 2 Pacemaker/defibrillator
Had a Brain hematoma from a car accident around 2016
Had A Uri lift for bladder ~2020
Has had 4 or more stints
Is known for Thick blood and vey low pressures. Which is often undetectable in the field...
Has had Multiple Strokes and TIAs
Has Broken his back twice
Statement Regarding the History and Final Hours of Myrick den Hartog’s Life
Supporting documents and data are available at www.mwdh.info.
My full name and address:
Michael W. den Hartog
8123 Sandpiper Rd
Fort Myers, FL 33967
913.219.1370
Background Information
Myrick den Hartog has three living children: a daughter in Minnesota (Emily Gregg), a son in Florida (Myself Michael den Hartog), and a younger daughter (tiffany Nicole Watt) in North Carolina. He is currently in communication only with his son in Florida and occasionally with his daughter in Minnesota.
I moved to Florida in January 2011, at that time, I worked in the Facilities Department at Page Rehabilitation, where I helped create and rehearse hurricane, fire, and elopement emergency plans.
Myrick was born on July 11, 1947, and lived in Iowa and Missouri. (a copy of his Florida state ID is available at www.mwdh.info)
Details of Residence and Care
Myrick’s most recent mailing address of record was 18316 Oriole Rd, Fort Myers, FL 33967. This was the address my family moved from on December 20, 2024. Myrick had moved to this address several years ago and appointed me as his Power of Attorney (POA) after our cousin, Rieke Places, declined the role by mutual agreement. (Copy of POA on www.mwdh.info)
Myrick lived with my family for over a year. He strongly desired to return to Missouri and not live in Florida during this time. However, financially, he had to sell his Missouri home. He attempted to run away on one occasion, and we had to contact the Lee County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO). He frequently wandered off during walks, sometimes traveling in the wrong direction or getting lost. I used his cell phone to track his location and always found him quickly, which inspired me to join the SWFL search team with our young K9 to help others.
In May 2023, Myrick traveled to Minnesota for a wedding and experienced a significant cardiac event. After treatment, which included receiving a pacemaker, he was released to a long-term care ALF facility in Sarasota, FL, due to a lack of beds in the Fort Myers area following Hurricane Ian. Then later relocated to Fort Myers in June of 2024 at Page Rehabilitation.
Recent Developments
In late May or early June of 2024, Myrick left his Assisted Living Facility (ALF) in Sarasota and attempted to return to Missouri alone. He was subsequently Baker Acted, and his medication was updated to include treatments for emotional disorders, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.
By mid-June 2024, Myrick was admitted to Page Rehabilitation in Fort Myers after a hospital visit revealed walking pneumonia and severe constipation. Shortly after admission, his medications were adjusted again, which I approved, though I cautioned the facility to monitor him closely for behavioral changes after removing the recently added medication.
While Myrick appeared to improve, I was concerned about the long-term effects. During my visits, I also noticed security lapses, such as unstaffed front desks, malfunctioning alarm systems, and inconsistent visitor protocols. These issues raised concerns about the facility's adherence to safety standards. Additionally, I had an extremely hard time talking to the staff due to language issues.
Final Days and Events
In the weeks leading up to his death, Myrick became increasingly unaware of his surroundings. He was usually calm and agreeable. He disliked living in a care facility but tolerated it due to a lack of alternatives.
On Monday, December 23, 2024, at approximately 10:00 a.m., Myrick called my cell phone, sounding lucid yet paranoid. He made alarming statements, including accusations that the facility staff was trying to kill him. He mentioned being "of no use to them" and referenced being given a "little pill" to end his life.
I assured him I would visit the next day to investigate and contacted the facility immediately. I spoke with the charge nurse, his attending nurse, and the medical director, expressing my concerns about his behavior and the possibility of medication adjustments contributing to his paranoia. I specifically informed them that Myrick demanded I get him out of there and that they should take this seriously for his and the facility staff's safety. I informed her that I felt like his medication was off and that it needed to be looked at. She agreed and said she would refer it to the medical provider. I informed her that there was a significant and dangerous change in his behavior and that he was a flight risk as he was demanding that we “evac” him from the facility.
The facility did not follow up with me, so I made plans to visit Myrick with the kids on Christmas Eve.
(Correction 12-29-24 I did receive a voicemail message today from the 23rd, and the provider saw him, and they were going to start him on ....
I also learned from a voicemail that Myrick called 911 and told them the same thing that he intended to leave and wanted help, that someone or a group was trying to kill him)
Timeline of Events on December 24, 2024
Concerns and Observations
Conclusion
The facility failed to:
· Provide reasonable security and care for its residents with poor visitor and patient login-out protocols.
· Provide a locked facility for dementia patients wanting to leave or known to wander or a wander guard system to track and prevent their departure from the facility.
· Missed the required 2-hour patient check-in protocols.
· Failed to follow elopement protocol and search standards developed and set forth in policy by the facility.
· Failed to respond to the “significant change in behavior” and cautions given about his desire to flee the day prior and the voiced medication concerns.
Fort Myers Police Department:
· Failed to act quickly and deploy K9 resources once contacted.
· Filed to provide the required protective detail for the K9 once it arrived so it could do its task as assigned.
These failures likely contributed to Myrick’s tragic death. I request that these matters be investigated thoroughly to ensure accountability and prevent future incidents. Additionally, family and facility information was lacking, which caused concern and stress for all parties involved. It has now been over two days since the writing of this document, and no communication has been received by myself, the official point of contact from the detectives, the initial officer, the medical examiner, or the CSU officer. I will have to obtain this information myself via private investigation. This exchange of information should be much easier for grieving families in the future. I am a dedicated and ambitious individual with a passion for technology and innovation. I have experience in web development, data analysis, and project management. In my free time, I enjoy hiking and playing the guitar.
Myrick W. den Hartog
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