ALF Articles

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

Don’t Overlook the Details: Completing the 1823 After Admission
Don’t Overlook the Details: Completing the 1823 After Admission Regulation Reference: 59A-36.006(2) – Health Assessment Understanding the Requirement: When a new resident is admitted to

The Mistake That Could Cost Your Facility a Deficiency
No Paper, No Proof: The Mistake That Could Cost Your Facility a Deficiency Regulation Breakdown: 59A-36.008(7) – Medication Labeling and Orders Let’s be clear: If

The Most Forgotten Food Service Requirement
The Most Forgotten Food Service Requirement (59A-36.012(2)(c) – Food Service Standards) When it comes to food service compliance, most facilities focus on menus, meal timing,

Missing This Simple Step Will Violate 59A-36.011: Elopement Policy Must-Knows
Missing This Simple Step Will Violate 59A-36.011: Elopement Policy Must-Knows If you’re running an assisted living facility in Florida, there’s one often-overlooked requirement that