ALF Articles

The 12-Hour Rule That Can Erase Your ALF Certification
The 12-Hour Rule That Can Erase Your ALF Certification What Florida Administrators Must Know About 59A-36.011 If you’re an Assisted Living Facility (ALF) administrator

Understanding DNROs in Assisted Living
Understanding DNROs in Assisted Living Complying with 59A-36.009, F.A.C. — Do Not Resuscitate Orders In assisted living, honoring a resident’s medical wishes is not only

Marketing Your ALF? Here’s What You Need to Know to Stay Compliant
Marketing Your ALF? Here’s What You Need to Know to Stay Compliant Avoid Common Mistakes by Understanding Florida Statute 429.47 Marketing plays a big role

Are Your House Rules in Compliance? What You Need to Know About Regulation 59A-36.007
Regulation: 59A-36.007(5)(d) – Resident Rights and Facility Procedures One of the most overlooked — yet critical — parts of your admission process is the written

If Residents Aren’t Helping Choose the Activities, You’re Breaking the Law
If Residents Aren’t Helping Choose the Activities, You’re Breaking the Law Understanding Florida’s 59A-36.007(2)(b) and How to Stay Compliant When it comes to planning activities
Understanding 59A-36.007(b): What “Daily Observation” Really Means for ALFs
Understanding 59A-36.007(b): What “Daily Observation” Really Means for ALFs Regulation Overview: 59A-36.007 Resident Care Standards (b) Daily observation by designated staff of the activities of