ALF Articles

A House Wheelchair Is a Communal Assistive Device
A “House Wheelchair” Is a Communal Assistive Device Even if it’s only used occasionally, once that wheelchair is used for more than one resident, it

The Health Department Never Came” Is Not an Acceptable Answer
The Health Department Never Came” Is Not an Acceptable Answer One of the most common responses facilities give when asked for inspection reports is: “The

Emergency Access to Records: A Common Staffing Deficiency Under 59A-36.010
Emergency Access to Records: A Common Staffing Deficiency Under 59A-36.010 Staffing compliance in Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs) goes beyond meeting required hours on paper. One

Hand Hygiene During Med Pass: One of the Most Cited Deficiencies Under 59A-36.008
Hand Hygiene During Med Pass: One of the Most Cited Deficiencies Under 59A-36.008 Medication practices remain one of the most heavily scrutinized areas during assisted

Transportation Responsibilities in Assisted Living: Understanding 59A-36.007
Transportation Responsibilities in Assisted Living: Understanding 59A-36.007 Providing access to health care is a core responsibility of Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs). Transportation plays a major

New Florida Regulation Alert
New Florida Regulation Alert: What the Emily Adkins Family Protection Act Means for Assisted Living Facilities A new Florida law, the Emily Adkins Family Protection