How to start Residential Care Home

ASSISTED LIVING ADMISSION FORMS

ADMISSION FORMS- Customized with your facilities Logo, Address and Phone Number. Word Documents and PDF Admission Records Checklist, Assisted Living Disclosure Statement, Application for Residency Lease/Service Agreement, Arbitration Agreement, Health History Form, Medical Authorization for Residency, Advance Directives, Do Not Resuscitate, Resident Assessment and Individual Service Plan, House Policies, Move-In Checklist, Personal Effects Checklist, Medication Policies, Resident Bill of Rights, Provider Bill of Rights, Record of Resident Personal Allowance Fund, Resident Weight Record, New Resident Record Creation Checklist, Health Information Privacy Practices (HIPAA) Acknowledgement, Notice of Health Information Privacy Practices (HIPAA), Consent for Electronic Monitoring.

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RESIDENTIAL CARE HOME POLICY AND PROCEDURES - STATE SPECIFIC

A residential care home policy and procedure manual outlines the guidelines and specific steps staff must follow to ensure the safety, well-being, and quality of life for residents, covering aspects like admission procedures, personal care routines, medication administration, meal planning, activities, emergency response, resident rights, infection control, and reporting incidents, all while adhering to relevant regulations and ethical standards.  Some Key elements include, but not limited to :

Admissions and Assessments:

• Criteria for admission based on medical needs and functional abilities.
• Comprehensive pre-admission assessment process including medical history, cognitive function, ADL needs.
• Resident contract outlining rights and responsibilities.

Resident Care Plans:

• Individualized care plans based on assessment results.
• Regular reviews and updates to care plans as needed.
• Documentation of care provided, including personal hygiene, assistance with dressing, and mobility support.

Medication Management:

• Secure storage of medications.
• Double-checking medications before administration.
• Reporting medication errors and adverse reactions.
• Procedures for medication administration by authorized staff.

Nutrition and Dietary Needs:

• Dietary assessments to identify special dietary needs.
• Customized meal plans based on resident preferences and medical conditions.
• Monitoring food intake and hydration.

Activities and Socialization:

• Planned activities to promote physical, cognitive, and social well-being.
• Resident involvement in activity planning.
• Opportunities for interaction with family and friends.

Safety and Emergency Procedures:

• Fire safety protocols, including evacuation procedures.
• Fall prevention strategies.
• Response to medical emergencies, including CPR and first aid.

Resident Rights and Advocacy:

• Respect for resident privacy and dignity.
• Communication with residents and their families regarding care decisions.
• Grievance process for addressing resident concerns.

Staff Training and Competency:

• Regular staff training on policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Documentation of staff competency in specific care tasks.

Infection Control:

• Hand hygiene practices.
• Standard precautions for preventing infection spread.
• Procedures for managing infectious diseases.

Important Considerations:

• Compliance with regulations: Policies and procedures must align with all applicable state and federal regulations governing residential care homes.
• Documentation: Accurate and thorough documentation is crucial for tracking resident care and maintaining compliance.

How to Start a Rsidential Care Home Course - What are the Basics

These small private facilities, also called residential care facilities or group homes, usually have 20 or fewer residents. Rooms may be private or shared. Residents receive personal care and meals, and staff are available around the clock. Nursing and medical care usually are not provided at the home.
In most cases, you must pay the costs of living at a board and care home. Medicare does not cover these costs. Medicaid may provide partial coverage, depending on the state and whether the person is eligible. If the older person has long-term care insurance, check their plan to see if it
includes coverage for this type of facility. Take this course and learn how to start this Long-Term care business , the staff needed, Design for small facilities to larger facilities, Operations, Forms needed for intake of patients, and a Bonus addition of a hard copy you will be able to print that expands care into areas such as Home Modification and Care Giving and Resident Agreement for intake.

ASSISTED LIVING / RESIDENTRIAL CARE HOME FORMS

Our forms are easy to use and incorporate into your facility. You can customize them with name and logo because they are in word documents. The following is a list of some of our forms we provide:
Weight Sheet Personal Allowance Providers rights House Policies Move in Check list Application for residency Disclosure Personal effects Admissions Assessment Medications Medical Authorization Health History Month to month lease Cash Distribution New Resident Record Check List Emergency Preparedness forms for resident. Wound Assessment Alzheimer’s disclosure 30 day advance notice. Complain and Grievance Fire Drill Orientation & Training Quality Improvement Sample Resident Contract … and more

RESIDENT HANDBOOK

This companion piece to our Residential Care Home Policy and Procedures, allows your residents to know the rules of the facility. The topics in this handbook include: Welcome, Mission, vision goals, Services, Admission Process, Discharge, Rights, Complaints, Privacy of Records, Pets, Fire Drills, Resident medical evaluation, Meals, Transportation, No smoking, Activities and conclusion.

Non Medical Home Care Policy and Procedures

This comprehensive package includes:
Section I: Organization & Administration, Vision & Values, Organizational Structure, Service Areas, Staffing & Staff Structure, etc.
Section II: Scope of Services. Personal Care Services, Homemakers Services, Companion Services, Respite Services, Chore Service.
Section III: Service Delivery & Client Care,
Section IV: Human Resources, Recruitment, Selection and Hiring, Pre-employment Background Checks, Job Descriptions, Training & Development, etc.
Section V: Health & Safety, Employee Safety, Home Environment Safety, Infection Control, Universal Precautions, etc.
Section VI: Financial Management,
Section VII: Quality & Risk Management,
Section Eight; Forms