ALF Articles

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

Two Things That MUST Be in Every Admission Package
Two Things That MUST Be in Every Admission Package Running an assisted living facility in Florida means following strict rules — and one area where

Are Your Resident Rooms Compliant? A Closer Look at 59A-36.014 Physical Plant Standards
Are Your Resident Rooms Compliant? A Closer Look at 59A-36.014 Physical Plant Standards When it comes to assisted living facility inspections, the resident room setup

WARNING: The 48-Hour Rule Every ALF Owner Must Know
WARNING: Leaving Your Facility Uncovered —The 48-Hour Rule Every ALF Owner Must Know Running an assisted living facility in Florida means wearing many hats—but there’s