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§1101.3. Disclosure; content
A.In accordance with Subsection E of this Section, any facility or other entity which
offers to provide or provides a special program for persons with Alzheimer's disease or a
related disorder by means of an Alzheimer's special care unit shall disclose the form of care
or treatment provided that distinguishes it as being especially applicable to or suitable for
such persons. The disclosure shall be made to the state licensing agency and to any person
seeking placement on behalf of a person with Alzheimer's disease or a related disorder within
an Alzheimer's special care unit. Disclosure may also be made to the state ombudsman. The
department shall examine all such disclosures in the department's records as part of the
facility's licensing renewal procedure to
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§1101.3. Disclosure; content
A. In accordance with Subsection E of this Section, any facility or other entity which
offers to provide or provides a special program for persons with Alzheimer's disease or a
related disorder by means of an Alzheimer's special care unit shall disclose the form of care
or treatment provided that distinguishes it as being especially applicable to or suitable for
such persons. The disclosure shall be made to the state licensing agency and to any person
seeking placement on behalf of a person with Alzheimer's disease or a related disorder within
an Alzheimer's special care unit. Disclosure may also be made to the state ombudsman. The
department shall examine all such disclosures in the department's records as part of the
facility's licensing renewal procedure to verify accuracy. The disclosure shall be made prior
to the facility or entity entering into any agreement to provide care.
B. The information disclosed shall explain the additional care provided in each of
the following areas:
(1) Philosophy: the Alzheimer's special care unit written statement of its overall
philosophy and mission which reflects the needs of residents afflicted with dementia.
(2) Pre-admission, admission, and discharge: the process and criteria for placement
in, transfer, or discharge from the unit.
(3) Assessment, care planning, and implementation: the process used for assessment
and establishment of the plan of care and its implementation, including the method by which
the plan of care evolves and is responsive to changes in condition.
(4) Staffing patterns and training: staff training and continuing education practices.
(5) Physical environment: the physical environment and design features appropriate
to support the functioning of cognitively impaired adult residents.
(6) Resident activities: the frequency and types of resident activities.
(7) Family role in care: the involvement of families and the availability of family
support programs.
(8) Program fees: the fees for care and any additional fees.
C. The department, with input from consumer and provider representatives, shall
develop a standardized disclosure form and shall review the information submitted on the
disclosure form by the facility or other entity to verify the accuracy of the information
reported. Any significant change in the information initially submitted by the facility or
other entity shall be reported to the department at the time the change is made.
D. Nothing herein shall be interpreted to preclude a nursing facility without an
Alzheimer's special care unit from admitting a person with Alzheimer's disease or a related
disorder.
E. As soon as practicable after July 10, 1997, the department shall promulgate rules
and regulations to effectuate the provisions of this Section.