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RI Gen L § 23-17.4-5 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 23 - Health and Safety|Chapter 23-17.4 - Assisted Living Residence Licensing Act|Section 23-17.4-5 - Application for license.

§ 23-17.4-5. Application for license.An application for a license shall be made to the licensing agency upon forms provided by it and shall contain any information that the licensing agency reasonably requires, which may include affirmative evidence of ability to comply with reasonable standards, rules, and regulations as are lawfully prescribed under this chapter. The licensing agency shall require criminal background checks on owners and operators of licensed assisted living residences.History of Section.P.L. 1981, ch. 212, § 2; P.L. 1981, ch. 226, § 2; P.L. 2002, ch. 157, § 1; P.L. 2002, ch. 158, § 1.
RI Gen L § 23-17.4-7 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 23 - Health and Safety|Chapter 23-17.4 - Assisted Living Residence Licensing Act|Section 23-17.4-7 - Expiration and renewal of license.

§ 23-17.4-7. Expiration and renewal of license.A license, unless sooner suspended or revoked, shall expire by limitation on the thirty-first (31st) day of December following its issuance and may be renewed from year to year after approval by the licensing agency.History of Section.P.L. 1981, ch. 212, § 2; P.L. 1981, ch. 226, § 2; P.L. 2006, ch. 541, § 1; P.L. 2006, ch. 550, § 1; P.L. 2017, ch. 203, § 2; P.L. 2017, ch. 267, § 2.
RI Gen L § 23-17.4-8 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 23 - Health and Safety|Chapter 23-17.4 - Assisted Living Residence Licensing Act|Section 23-17.4-8 - Denial, suspension, or revocation of license.

§ 23-17.4-8. Denial, suspension, or revocation of license.The licensing agency, after notice and opportunity for hearing to the applicant or licensee, is authorized to deny, suspend, or revoke a license in any case in which it finds that there has been failure to comply with the requirements established under this chapter. The notice shall be effected by registered or certified mail or by personal service, setting forth the particular reasons for the proposed action and fixing a date not less than thirty (30) days from the date of the mailing or service, at which the applicant or licensee shall be given an opportunity for a prompt and fair hearing. On the basis of the hearing, or upon default of the applicant or licensee, the licensing agency shall make determination specifying its findings of fact and conclusions of law. A copy of the determination shall be sent by registered or certified mail or served personally upon the applicant or licensee. The decision denying, suspending, or revoking the license or application shall become final thirty (30) days after it is so mailed or served, unless the applicant or licensee, within such thirty (30) day period, appeals the decision pursuant to § 42-35-15. The procedure governing hearings authorized by this section shall be in accordance with §§ 42-35-9 — 42-35-13 as stipulated in § 42-35-14(a). A full and complete record shall be kept of all proceedings, and all testimony shall be reported but need not be transcribed unless the decision is appealed pursuant to § 42-35-15. A copy or copies of the transcript may be obtained by any interested party on payment of the cost of preparing the copy or copies. Witnesses may be subpoenaed by either party.History of Section.P.L. 1981, ch. 212, § 2; P.L. 1981, ch. 226, § 2.
RI Gen L § 23-17.4-8.1 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 23 - Health and Safety|Chapter 23-17.4 - Assisted Living Residence Licensing Act|Section 23-17.4-8.1 - Curtailment of activities.

§ 23-17.4-8.1. Curtailment of activities.Whenever the director determines that an assisted living residence for adults licensed under this chapter is not being operated in conformance with all of the requirements established under this chapter, the director may, in lieu of suspension or revocation of the license of the facility, order the licensee to admit no additional individual to the facility, to transfer all or some of the residents occupying the facility to other suitable accommodations, or to take any other corrective action necessary to secure compliance with the requirements established under this chapter. Notice of the order and the subsequent hearing as may be scheduled shall comply with the requirements of procedural due process stipulated in § 23-17.4-8. The director may act pursuant to this section only in those instances in which the director determines that the continued operation of the facility will not result in undue hardship to its occupants.History of Section.P.L. 1981, ch. 212, § 2; P.L. 1981, ch. 226, § 2; P.L. 1991, ch. 240, § 2.
RI Gen L § 23-17.4-9 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 23 - Health and Safety|Chapter 23-17.4 - Assisted Living Residence Licensing Act|Section 23-17.4-9 - Judicial review of license action.

§ 23-17.4-9. Judicial review of license action.Any person who has exhausted all administrative remedies available to him or her within the licensing agency and who is aggrieved by a final decision of the licensing agency, is entitled to judicial review in accordance with the provisions of §§ 42-35-15 and 42-35-16.History of Section.P.L. 1981, ch. 212, § 2; P.L. 1981, ch. 226, § 2.
RI Gen L § 23-17.4-10 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 23 - Health and Safety|Chapter 23-17.4 - Assisted Living Residence Licensing Act|Section 23-17.4-10 - Regulations, inspections, and investigations.

§ 23-17.4-10. Regulations, inspections, and investigations.(a) The licensing agency shall after public hearing pursuant to reasonable notice, adopt, amend, promulgate, and enforce any rules, regulations, and standards with respect to assisted-living residences for adults licensed under this chapter as may be designed to further the accomplishment of the purposes of this chapter in promoting safe and adequate living environments for individuals in assisted-living residences in the interest of public safety and welfare. These regulations may provide for the establishment of levels of service provided by the residence.(b) The licensing agency shall make or cause to be made any inspections and investigations that it deems necessary by duly authorized agents of the director at any time and frequency determined by the licensing agency. The licensing agency shall establish regulations to determine the frequency of inspections that shall include, but not be limited to, the residence's past compliance with regulations, complaint investigations, quality of care issues and license type. However, the licensing agency shall, on a biennial basis, conduct an unannounced, on-site inspection of all licensed assisted-living residences. The licensing agency shall, on an annual basis, cause no less than ten percent (10%) of all assisted-living inspections to be conducted, in whole or in part, on nights and/or weekends.(c) Upon request of the licensing agency, health agencies and professionals may share resident health status information with the department of health for the purpose of determining each resident's capability of self preservation.(d) Each assisted-living residence licensed under this chapter shall have a plan for preventing the hazards of residents wandering from the facility. This plan shall be submitted to the licensing agency in a format determined by the director.History of Section.P.L. 1981, ch. 212, § 2; P.L. 1981, ch. 226, § 2; P.L. 1991, ch. 240, § 2; P.L 1992, ch. 411, § 1; P.L. 2002, ch. 157, § 1; P.L. 2002, ch. 158, § 1; P.L. 2004, ch. 387, § 2; P.L. 2006, ch. 541, § 1; P.L. 2006, ch. 550, § 1; P.L. 2017, ch. 203, § 2; P.L. 2017, ch. 267, § 2.
RI Gen L § 23-17.4-10.1 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 23 - Health and Safety|Chapter 23-17.4 - Assisted Living Residence Licensing Act|Section 23-17.4-10.1 - Quality assurance.

§ 23-17.4-10.1. Quality assurance.Each assisted living residence shall develop, implement and maintain a documented, ongoing quality assurance program.History of Section.P.L. 2002, ch. 157, § 3; P.L. 2002, ch. 158, § 3.
RI Gen L § 23-17.4-10.2 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 23 - Health and Safety|Chapter 23-17.4 - Assisted Living Residence Licensing Act|Section 23-17.4-10.2 - Penalty for violation of § 23-17.4-10.

§ 23-17.4-10.2. Penalty for violation of § 23-17.4-10.Every person or corporation who shall willfully and continually violate the provisions of this chapter will be subject to a fine of not less than three hundred dollars ($300) nor more than two thousand dollars ($2,000) for each violation of this section.History of Section.P.L. 2002, ch. 157, § 3; P.L. 2002, ch. 158, § 3.
RI Gen L § 23-17.4-11 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 23 - Health and Safety|Chapter 23-17.4 - Assisted Living Residence Licensing Act|Section 23-17.4-11 - Accessibility to assisted living residences and residents.

§ 23-17.4-11. Accessibility to assisted living residences and residents.Access to an assisted living residences for adults and its residents by individuals other than relatives and friends of the residents shall be permitted at reasonable hours by duly authorized agents of state and municipal agencies other than the licensing agency and the division of fire safety, private or public institutions, organizations, associations, or any other service agencies whose purpose includes discharging legally authorized responsibilities or rendering volunteer assistance or service to residents with respect to personal, social, legal, religious services, or such other as civil and human rights. Access shall not substantially disrupt the operation of the facility. Anyone entering the facility shall produce appropriate identification prior to being granted permission to enter the premises. Entering a resident's room and visitation privileges with residents by these persons shall be subject to the provisions of § 23-17.4-16 and the rules and regulations promulgated pursuant to this chapter.History of Section.P.L. 1981, ch. 212, § 2; P.L. 1981, ch. 226, § 2; P.L. 1991, ch. 240, § 2; P.L. 2002, ch. 157, § 1; P.L. 2002, ch. 158, § 1.
RI Gen L § 23-17.4-12 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 23 - Health and Safety|Chapter 23-17.4 - Assisted Living Residence Licensing Act|Section 23-17.4-12 - Obtaining access under false pretenses.

§ 23-17.4-12. Obtaining access under false pretenses.Any person who shall obtain access to an assisted living residence for adults or to its residents under false representation of purpose or identification shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon conviction shall be fined not more than five hundred dollars ($500) or imprisoned not more than six (6) months, or both, in the discretion of the court for each offense.History of Section.P.L. 1981, ch. 212, § 2; P.L. 1981, ch. 226, § 2; P.L. 1991, ch. 240, § 2.
RI Gen L § 23-17.4-13 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 23 - Health and Safety|Chapter 23-17.4 - Assisted Living Residence Licensing Act|Section 23-17.4-13 - Variance authority.

§ 23-17.4-13. Variance authority.The licensing agency may grant a variance from the provisions of any rule or regulation in a specific case if it finds that a literal enforcement of the provision will result in unnecessary hardship to the applicant, and that the variance will not be contrary to the public interest and the health and safety of residents.History of Section.P.L. 1981, ch. 212, § 2; P.L. 1981, ch. 226, § 2.
RI Gen L § 23-17.4-14 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 23 - Health and Safety|Chapter 23-17.4 - Assisted Living Residence Licensing Act|Section 23-17.4-14 - Penalty for operation of unlicensed assisted living residence.

§ 23-17.4-14. Penalty for operation of unlicensed assisted living residence.Any person establishing, conducting, managing, or operating an assisted living residence for adults without a license under this chapter or who shall operate the facility after revocation or suspension of a license or after an order to curtail any or all activities, shall be liable to a penalty of one thousand dollars ($1,000) for each day of operation in violation.History of Section.P.L. 1981, ch. 212, § 2; P.L. 1981, ch. 226, § 2; P.L. 1990, ch. 70, § 1; P.L. 1991, ch. 240, § 2.
RI Gen L § 23-17.4-15 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 23 - Health and Safety|Chapter 23-17.4 - Assisted Living Residence Licensing Act|Section 23-17.4-15 - Injunction to restrain operation without license.

§ 23-17.4-15. Injunction to restrain operation without license.Notwithstanding the existence or pursuit of any other remedy, the licensing agency may, in the manner provided by law upon the advice of the attorney general who shall represent the licensing agency in the proceedings, maintain an action in the name of the state for injunction or other process against any person to restrain or prevent the establishment, conduct, management, or operation of an assisted living residence without a license under this chapter.History of Section.P.L. 1981, ch. 212, § 2; P.L. 1981, ch. 226, § 2; P.L. 1991, ch. 240, § 2.
RI Gen L § 23-17.4-15.1 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 23 - Health and Safety|Chapter 23-17.4 - Assisted Living Residence Licensing Act|Section 23-17.4-15.1 - Prohibition on placement into unlicensed assisted living residences and reporting requirements.

§ 23-17.4-15.1. Prohibition on placement into unlicensed assisted living residences and reporting requirements.(a) No public agency employee shall place, refer, or recommend placement of a person into an assisted living residence that is operating without a license.(b) Any public agency employee who knows that an assisted living residence is operating without a license shall report the name and address of the home to the licensing agency.(c) The licensing agency shall investigate any report filed under subsection (b). If the agency has probable cause to believe that an assisted living residence is operating without a license, it shall conduct an inspection as provided in § 23-17.4-10.History of Section.P.L. 1990, ch. 70, § 3; P.L. 1991, ch. 240, § 2.
RI Gen L § 23-17.4-15.1.1 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 23 - Health and Safety|Chapter 23-17.4 - Assisted Living Residence Licensing Act|Section 23-17.4-15.1.1 - Administrator requirements.

§ 23-17.4-15.1.1. Administrator requirements.(a) Each assisted living residence shall have an administrator who is certified by the department in accordance with regulations established pursuant to § 23-17.4-21.1 in charge of the maintenance and operation of the residence and the services to the residents. The administrator is responsible for the safe and proper operation of the residence at all times by competent and appropriate employee(s).(b) The licensing agency shall perform a criminal background records check on any person applying or reapplying for certification as an administrator. If disqualifying information is found, the licensing agency shall make a judgment regarding certification for that person.History of Section.P.L. 2002, ch. 157, § 3; P.L. 2002, ch. 158, § 3.
RI Gen L § 23-17.4-15.2 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 23 - Health and Safety|Chapter 23-17.4 - Assisted Living Residence Licensing Act|Section 23-17.4-15.2 - Administrator requirements.

§ 23-17.4-15.2. Administrator requirements.(a) Each assisted living residence shall have an administrator who is certified by the department in accordance with regulations established pursuant to § 23-17.4-21.1 in charge of the maintenance and operation of the residence and the services to the residents. The administrator is responsible for the safe and proper operation of the residence at all times by competent and appropriate employee(s).(b) The licensing agency shall perform a criminal background records check on any person applying or reapplying for certification as an administrator. If disqualifying information is found, the licensing agency shall make a judgment regarding certification for that person.(c) The department may suspend or revoke the certification of an administrator for cause, including but not limited to failure to maintain compliance with the qualifications stated in this section, repeated or intentional violations of this chapter or regulations, or conviction (including but not limited to a plea of nolo contendere) to charges of resident abuse under the provisions of chapter 17.8 of this title, or a conviction of a felony, or exploitation.(d) The director shall establish fees for licensure application and licensure renewal as set forth in § 23-1-54.History of Section.P.L. 1990, ch. 70, § 3; P.L. 1991, ch. 240, § 2; P.L 1992, ch. 411, § 1; P.L. 1994, ch. 91, § 2; P.L. 1998, ch. 372, § 1; P.L. 1998, ch. 388, § 1; P.L. 2002, ch. 157, § 1; P.L. 2002, ch. 158, § 1; P.L. 2012, ch. 241, art. 9, § 41.
RI Gen L § 23-17.4-15.3 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 23 - Health and Safety|Chapter 23-17.4 - Assisted Living Residence Licensing Act|Section 23-17.4-15.3 - Resident records.

§ 23-17.4-15.3. Resident records.Each residence shall at a minimum maintain the following information for each resident:(1) The resident's name;(2) The resident's last address;(3) The name of the person or agency referring the resident to the home;(4) The name, specialty (if any), telephone number, and emergency telephone number of each physician who has treated the resident during the preceding twelve (12) months;(5) The date the resident began residing in the home;(6) A list of medications taken by the resident including the dosage;(7) Written acknowledgements that the resident has received copies of the rights as provided in § 23-17.4-16;(8) A record of personal property and funds that the resident has entrusted to the facility;(9) Information about any specific health problems of the resident that may be useful in a medical emergency;(10) The name, address, and telephone number of a person identified by the resident who should be contacted in the event of an emergency or death of the resident;(11) Any other health-related emergency, or pertinent information which the resident requests the residence to keep on record;(12) Specific records of medication administration as required by the licensing agency; and(13) Copies of the resident agreement, initial and periodic assessments and service plan(s).History of Section.P.L. 1990, ch. 70, § 3; P.L. 1992, ch. 411, § 1; P.L. 2002, ch. 157, § 1; P.L. 2002, ch. 158, § 1.
RI Gen L § 23-17.4-15.4 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 23 - Health and Safety|Chapter 23-17.4 - Assisted Living Residence Licensing Act|Section 23-17.4-15.4 - Medication and staff qualifications.

§ 23-17.4-15.4. Medication and staff qualifications.(a) Assisted living residence unlicensed staff shall be permitted to assist residents in the self administration of medication including:(1) Assistance with ordering medications.(2) Assistance with self-storage of medications.(3) Assistance with self-administration.(4) Maintenance of records.(b) Appropriately licensed staff may store and administer medications and monitor health indicators including blood pressures, adverse reactions, and glucose levels.(c) The director may establish staffing requirements for those facilities providing medication services.History of Section.P.L. 1992, ch. 411, § 2.
RI Gen L § 23-17.4-15.5 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 23 - Health and Safety|Chapter 23-17.4 - Assisted Living Residence Licensing Act|Section 23-17.4-15.5 - Repealed.

§ 23-17.4-15.5. Repealed.
RI Gen L § 23-17.4-15.6 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 23 - Health and Safety|Chapter 23-17.4 - Assisted Living Residence Licensing Act|Section 23-17.4-15.6 - Assessments.

§ 23-17.4-15.6. Assessments.(a) Prior to the admission of a resident, or the signing of a residency agreement with a resident, the administrator shall have a comprehensive assessment of the resident's health, physical, social, functional, activity, and cognitive needs and preferences conducted by a registered nurse. This assessment shall be used to determine if the resident's needs and preferences can be met by the assisted living residence and the conclusions shall be shared with the resident or the resident's representative. If a reasonable accommodation can enable a resident to live in an assisted living residence, the nature of that accommodation and a plan for implementation or reason for denial should be included in an assessment.(b) The assessment shall be reviewed and updated on a periodic basis and each time a resident's condition changes significantly. In case of an emergency admission, the required assessment shall take place within five (5) working days.History of Section.P.L. 2002, ch. 157, § 3; P.L. 2002, ch. 158, § 3.
RI Gen L § 23-17.4-15.7 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 23 - Health and Safety|Chapter 23-17.4 - Assisted Living Residence Licensing Act|Section 23-17.4-15.7 - Service plans.

§ 23-17.4-15.7. Service plans.(a) Within a reasonable time after move-in, the administrator shall be responsible for the development of a written service plan based on the initial assessment. The service plan shall include at least:(1) The services and interventions needed;(2) Description, frequency and duration of the service or intervention; and(3) Party responsible for arranging the service.(b) The service plan shall be developed by a qualified person and shall be signed by both parties. The service plan shall be reviewed by both parties periodically and each time a resident's condition changes significantly and all changes shall be acknowledged in writing by both parties.History of Section.P.L. 2002, ch. 157, § 3; P.L. 2002, ch. 158, § 3.
RI Gen L § 23-17.4-15.8 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 23 - Health and Safety|Chapter 23-17.4 - Assisted Living Residence Licensing Act|Section 23-17.4-15.8 - Staff.

§ 23-17.4-15.8. Staff.(a) The administrator shall be responsible for ensuring sufficient and qualified staff to provide a safe and healthy environment and to provide the services specified on each resident's service plan. The department shall establish requirements for staff qualifications and training for each level of license.(b) The requirements for dementia care units shall include staff training on dementia care issues and practices as follows:(1) All staff of dementia-level licensed residences that have direct contact with residents shall have four (4) hours of initial training on dementia-care issues and practices and two (2) hours of continued education annually thereafter.(2) Training on dementia care issues and practices provided and documented at any licensed assisted living residence or nursing facility or by an entity authorized to provide continuing education credits may be counted toward meeting these requirements. At least one qualified awake and on duty staff person shall be on the premises at all times.(c) The requirements for residences that provide limited health services shall include staff training on limited health services care issues and practice as follows:(1) All staff delivering direct service with residents for limited health services in assisted living residences shall have initial training on delivering limited health service care and practice of continued education as determined through rules and regulations promulgated by the department of health.(2) Training on limited health service issues and practices provided and documented at any assisted living residence or nursing facility or by an entity authorized to provide continuing education credits as determined through rules and regulations promulgated by the department of health.(3) Staff delivering limited health services shall be supervised in accordance with subdivision 23-17.4-2(11) and all provisions of this chapter, with the specialized knowledge, judgment and skills related to the delivery of limited health services twenty-four (24) hours a day seven (7) days a week as determined through rules and regulations promulgated by the department of health.History of Section.P.L. 2002, ch. 157, § 3; P.L. 2002, ch. 158, § 3; P.L. 2006, ch. 541, § 1; P.L. 2006, ch. 550, § 1; P.L. 2013, ch. 294, § 1; P.L. 2013, ch. 379, § 1.