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 or manager in Florida, there’s one rule that quietly carries huge consequences: Fail to complete your required continuing education, and the state will treat you like you’re brand new—regardless of […]
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 a matter of respect — it’s also a legal requirement. Florida’s 59A-36.009 outlines how assisted living facilities (ALFs) must manage and document Do Not Resuscitate Orders (DNROs). Here’s a practical […]
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 in growing your assisted living facility—but even small details in an ad can create compliance concerns. Florida Statute 429.47 outlines specific rules around advertising that every ALF owner and operator […]
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 House Rules and Procedures. Under Florida regulation 59A-36.007(5)(d), every assisted living facility is required to include this document in the admission package. This isn’t just a best practice — it’s […]