429.195 – Rebates prohibited; penalties.
429.195 Rebates prohibited; penalties.— (1) An assisted living facility licensed under this part may not contract or promise to pay or receive any commission, bonus, kickback, or rebate or engage in any split-fee arrangement in any form whatsoever with any person, health care provider, or health care facility as provided under s. 817.505. (2) This section does not […]
429.20 – Certain solicitation prohibited; third-party supplementation.
429.20 Certain solicitation prohibited; third-party supplementation.— (1) A person may not, in connection with the solicitation of contributions by or on behalf of an assisted living facility or facilities, misrepresent or mislead any person, by any manner, means, practice, or device whatsoever, to believe that the receipts of such solicitation will be used for charitable purposes, if […]
429.22 – Receivership proceedings.
429.22 Receivership proceedings.— (1) As an alternative to or in conjunction with an injunctive proceeding, the agency may petition a court of competent jurisdiction for the appointment of a receiver, if suitable alternate placements are not available, when any of the following conditions exist: (a) The facility is operating without a license and refuses to make application for […]
429.07 – License required; fee.
429.07 License required; fee.— (1) The requirements of part II of chapter 408 apply to the provision of services that require licensure pursuant to this part and part II of chapter 408 and to entities licensed by or applying for such licensure from the agency pursuant to this part. A license issued by the agency is required […]
429.075 – Limited mental health license.
429.075 Limited mental health license.—An assisted living facility that serves one or more mental health residents must obtain a limited mental health license. (1) To obtain a limited mental health license, a facility must hold a standard license as an assisted living facility, must not have any current uncorrected violations, and must ensure that, within 6 months […]
429.01 – Short title; purpose.
429.01 Short title; purpose.— (1) This act may be cited as the “Assisted Living Facilities Act.” (2) The purpose of this act is to promote the availability of appropriate services for elderly persons and adults with disabilities in the least restrictive and most homelike environment, to encourage the development of facilities that promote the dignity, individuality, privacy, and […]
429.02 – Definitions.
429.02 Definitions.—When used in this part, the term: (1) “Activities of daily living” means functions and tasks for self-care, including ambulation, bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting, and other similar tasks. (2) “Administrator” means an individual at least 21 years of age who is responsible for the operation and maintenance of an assisted living facility. (3) “Agency” means the […]
429.04 – Facilities to be licensed; exemptions.
429.04 Facilities to be licensed; exemptions.— (1) For the administration of this part, facilities to be licensed by the agency shall include all assisted living facilities as defined in this part. (2) The following are exempt from licensure under this part: (a) Any facility, institution, or other place operated by the Federal Government or any agency of the Federal […]