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Provisions for Serving Persons with Dementia | LA
Dementia Staff Training. The staff of facilities that operate ASCUs or market themselves as providing Alzheimer’s/dementia care must have specified training. Staff who provide direct
Provisions for Apartments and Private Units | LA
Shelter Care Facilities and Personal Care Homes. Apartment-style units are not required. Rooms are shared by no more than two residents, and in shelter care
Training Requirements | LA
Directors must complete 12 hours of continuing education per year in areas related to the field of geriatrics, assisted living concepts, specialized training in the
Staffing Requirements | LA
Type of Staff. Each facility must have a director, designated recreational/activity staff, and direct care staff. Direct care staff may include care assistants, social workers,
Food Service and Dietary Provisions | LA
Facilities must provide three meals a day. Menus must be reviewed and approved by a nutritionist or dietician to ensure nutritional appropriateness. Facilities must make
Medication Provisions | LA
As allowed by state laws and regulations, staff may assist residents in the self-administration of prescription and non-prescription medication as agreed to in their contract