16 Del. Admin. Code § 3225-7.0

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

Section 3225-7.0 - Specialized Care for Memory Impairment

7.1 Any assisted living facility which offers to provide specialized care for residents with memory impairment shall be required to disclose its policies and procedures which describe the form of care or treatment provided, in addition to that care and treatment required by the rules and regulations herein.

7.2 Said disclosure shall be made to the Department and to any person seeking specialized care for memory impairment in an assisted living facility.

7.3 The information disclosed shall explain the additional care that is provided in each of the following areas:

7.3.1 Philosophy: a written statement of the agency's overall philosophy and mission which reflects the needs of residents affected by memory impairment;

7.3.2 Resident Population: a description of the resident population to be served; the service agreement and its implementation;

7.3.3 Pre-Admission, Admission & Discharge: the process and criteria for placement, transfer or discharge from this specialized care;

7.3.4 Assessment, Care Planning & Implementation: the process used for assessment and establishing and updating the service agreement and its implementation,

7.3.5 Staffing Plan & Training Policies: staffing plan, orientation, and regular in-service education for specialized care;

7.3.6 Physical Environment: the physical environment and design features, including security systems, appropriate to support the functioning of adults with memory impairment;

7.3.7 Resident Activities: the frequency and types of resident activities;

7.3.8 Family Role in Care: the family involvement and family support programs;

7.3.9 Psychosocial Services: the process for addressing the mental health, behavior management, and social functioning needs of the resident;

7.3.10 Nutrition/Hydration: the frequency and types of nutrition and hydration services provided; and

7.3.11 Program Costs: the cost of care and any additional fees.

7.4 Any significant changes in the information provided by the assisted living facility shall be reported to the Department at the time the changes are made.

16 Del. Admin. Code § 3225-7.0