Section 16.03.22.156 - HOURLY ADULT CARE REQUIREMENTSFacilities offering hourly adult care must develop and implement written policies and procedures which include the following:
01.Services Offered. A description of hourly adult care services, including transportation services (if offered), meals, activities, and supervision.02.Individuals Accepted. Types of individuals who may or may not be accepted for hourly adult care. See Section 152 of these rules.03.Cost of Hourly Adult Care. Details of the cost of hourly adult care for the person receiving services.04.Hours for Care. The specific time periods of hourly adult care, not to exceed fourteen (14) consecutive hours in a twenty-four (24) hour period.05.Assistance with Medications. Assistance with medications in the facility must comply with IDAPA 24.34.01, "Rules of the Idaho Board of Nursing," including: a. Copies of all physician or authorized provider orders, including orders for all prescribed medications and treatments.b. Appropriately labeled medications and treatments the facility safeguards while the person receives hourly adult care.06.Staffing. Staffing must be based on the needs of the entire facility, including those receiving hourly adult care and residents. Hourly adult care may be provided to as many individuals as possible without disrupting the day-to-day operations and normal activities of the facility.07.Accommodations. The facility must provide accommodations appropriate to the time frame for those receiving hourly adult care, including: a. Daytime accommodations such as recliners and couches for napping. Napping furniture must be spaced at least (3) feet apart.b. Evening accommodations such as beds and bedrooms that are not used by facility residents. Any bed used overnight by a person receiving hourly adult care will not be counted as a licensed bed.08.Documentation. Documentation requirements described in Section 330 of these rules.Idaho Admin. Code r. 16.03.22.156