Rule 290-9-37-.09 - Furnishings and Fixtures(1) Furnishings of the residents in the living room, bedroom, and dining room, including furnishings provided by the resident, shall be maintained in good condition, intact, and functional.(2) Furnishings and housekeeping standards shall be such that a residence presents a clean and orderly appearance.(3) Where a resident does not choose to provide furnishings for his or her own use, the Community Living Arrangement shall pro- vide the following bedroom furnishings based on safety and personal choice: (a) An adequate closet or wardrobe;(b) Lighting fixtures sufficient for reading and other activities;(c) A bureau, dresser, or the equivalent;(d) A mirror appropriate for grooming;(e) A standard, non-portable bed measuring at least 36 inches wide and 72 inches long with comfortable springs and a clean mattress. The mattress shall be not less than five-inches thick, or four inches if of a synthetic construction. Couples may request a double bed when available; and(f) Bedding for each resident, including two sheets, a pillow, a pillowcase, a minimum of one blanket and bedspread. A residence shall maintain a linen supply for not less than twice the bed capacity.(4) A residence shall provide to each resident clean towels and washcloths at least twice weekly and more often if soiled. The residence shall provide sufficient bed linen so that all beds may be changed at least weekly and more often if soiled.(5) Provision shall be made for assisting a resident to personalize the bedroom by allowing the use of his or her own furniture if so desired and by mounting or hanging pictures on bedroom walls.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 290-9-37-.09
O.C.G.A. Secs. 31-7-1et seq., 37-1-22.
Original Rule entitled "Furnishings and Fixtures" adopted. F. Oct. 24, 2002; eff. Nov. 13, 2002.