N.J. Admin. Code § 8:43F-13.3

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 9, May 6, 2024

Section 8:43F-13.3 - Provision of activities services

(a) Activities staff shall arrange a diversity of programs to maintain adult participants' sense of usefulness and self-respect.

(b) Activities programs shall take place in individual and group settings, on an ongoing basis.

(c) Facility activities programs shall be available to all participants regardless of their financial status, with the exception of special events for which there is a charge for all participants.

(d) Facility staff, under the direction of the activities director, shall provide a planned program of social, physical, spiritual, psychological and cognitive activities. The activities shall reflect and be adapted to the needs, interests and capabilities of the participants.

1. The facility may involve volunteers in the implementation of the activities program.

2. Activities shall include, but not be limited to:

i. Discussion groups (reality orientation, remotivation);

ii. Arts and crafts;

iii. Specialty groups;

iv. Exercise groups;

v. Educational programs;

vi. A participant council;

vii. Special events (parties, entertainment);

viii. Excursions or outings;

ix. Community service projects; and

x. Individualized programs.

3. The participants and their families, when possible, shall be involved in the planning and implementation of the activities program.

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