Ariz. Admin. Code § 6-5-5215

Current through Register Vol. 30, No. 25, June 21, 2024

Section R6-5-5215 - Children with Special Needs

A. When enrolling a child with special needs, a provider shall comply with the requirements of this Section:

1. A provider shall consult with parents to establish a mutually agreed upon plan regarding services for a child with special needs;

2. A provider shall have the physical ability and appropriate training to provide the care required by a child with special needs;

3. A provider shall use best efforts to integrate a child with special needs into the daily activities of the home facility in a manner that is the least restrictive, and that meets the child's individual needs;

4. If a provider regularly cares for a child with special needs older than age 3 who requires diapering, the home facility shall have a diaper changing area that permits the child to have privacy. Proper sanitation shall be maintained as described in R6-5-5211.

B. A provider shall make reasonable accommodations in the home facility, equipment, and materials for a child with special needs.

Ariz. Admin. Code § R6-5-5215

Adopted effective May 11, 1994 (Supp. 94-2). Former Section R6-5-5215 renumbered to R6-5-5216; new Section R6-5-5215 renumbered from R6-5-5214 and amended by final rulemaking at 5 A.A.R. 1983, effective May 20, 1999 (Supp. 99-2).