Section 175-15-007 - PHYSICAL PLANTA free-standing respite care service must meet all requirements shown at 175 NAC 1-007 and the additional requirements below. When respite care services are provided in the home of the consumer, caregiver, or designee, the physical plant requirements at 175 NAC 1-007 and 175 NAC 15-007 do not apply.
007.01ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES. A licensee operating a free-standing respite care service facility must maintain a safe, clean, comfortable environment. Every detached building on the same premises used for care must comply with these regulations.007.02LINENS. Linens must be provided and maintained in good repair. A written policy must be implemented and revised, as necessary, to provide for the safe storage and handling of soiled and clean linens.007.03FOOD SERVICE. If food preparation is provided on site there must be dedicated space and equipment for the preparation and serving of meals. Such food preparation, serving, physical environment, and equipment must comply with the Food Code.007.04DESIGNED AND EQUIPPED. A site must be designed to meet the needs of consumers served. The licensee should consider factors such as appropriate and sufficient space, accessibility, equipment, furnishings, lighting, noise control, room temperatures, and ventilation.007.05LAUNDRY. If laundry services are provided the service may be provided by contract or on-site.(A)CONTRACT. If contractual laundry services are used, areas for soiled linen awaiting pickup and separate areas for storage and distribution of clean linen must be provided and used.(B)ON-SITE. If on-site laundry services are provided, areas dedicated to laundry that include a washer and dryer must be provided. In new construction, the licensee must provide a conveniently located sink for soaking and hand washing of laundry.007.06CONSUMER LIVING AREAS. Living areas must have beds, chairs, sofas, tables, and storage items that are comfortable and reflective of individual needs. A garage, barn, shed, or similar structure cannot be a consumer living area.007.07DINING AREAS. Adequate space for dining, socialization, and leisure activities must be provided.007.08BEDROOMS. If care is provided to individuals that exceeds 24 hours, consumer bedrooms must be provided and allow for sleeping, afford privacy, provide access to belongings, provide adequate storage, and accommodate the care provided to the consumer.007.09TOILET ROOMS. Toilet rooms with hand washing sinks that are adequate to meet the needs of the consumers served must be provided.007.10BATHING ROOMS If care is provided to an individual exceeding 24 hours, a bathing room that is adequate to meet the needs of the consumer must be available. When provided, the bathing room must have a tub or shower. Tubs and showers used by consumers must be equipped with handgrips or other assistive devices as needed by the consumer.007.11ADDITIONAL SERVICES. If additional medical or therapy services are provided there must be adequate space to assure privacy and appropriate care.007.12OUTDOOR AREAS. Any outdoor area for consumer usage must be equipped and situated for consumer safety and abilities.175 Neb. Admin. Code, ch. 15, § 007
Amended effective 5/5/2024