16 Del. Admin. Code § 3225-12.0

Current through Register Vol. 28, No. 5, November 1, 2024

Section 3225-12.0 - Services

12.1 The assisted living facility shall ensure that:

12.1.1 Three meals, snacks and prescribed food supplements are available during each 24-hour period, 7 days per week;

12.1.2 Meals and snacks are varied, palatable, and of sufficient quality and quantity to meet the daily nutritional needs of each resident with specific attention given to the special dietary needs of each resident;

12.1.3 Food service complies with the Delaware Food Code; and

12.1.4 A resident who chooses not to follow prescribed dietary recommendations shall be provided documented counseling on potential adverse outcomes.

12.2 As part of the licensure approval and renewal process, an assisted living applicant or licensee shall submit at least a 4-week menu cycle with documentation by a dietician or nutritionist that the menus are nutritionally adequate. Thereafter, menus are to be written at least one week in advance and maintained on file, as served, for two months.

12.3 The assisted living facility shall ensure that the resident's service agreement is being properly implemented.

12.4 In accordance with the service agreement, the assisted living facility shall provide or ensure the provision of all necessary personal services, including all activities of daily living, and shall ensure that personal care supplies are available.

12.5 The assisted living facility shall ensure that laundry and housekeeping services are offered and that all areas of the facility are maintained in a clean and orderly condition.

12.6 In accordance with the service agreement, the assisted living facility shall be responsible for facilitating access to appropriate health care and social services for the resident.

12.7 The assisted living facility shall assess each resident and provide or arrange appropriate opportunities for social interaction and leisure activities which promote the physical and mental well-being of each resident, including facilitating access to spiritual activities consistent with the preferences and background of the resident.

16 Del. Admin. Code § 3225-12.0