1. (1) Adult safe houses that provide services in a residential house must comply with the certification requirements set forth in Rules 65K-1.001 through 65K-1.010, F.A.C., in addition to the program standards outlined in this rule.
2. (2) A staff ratio is not required for residential housing. Human trafficking advocates must be available on-site for a minimum set of hours as outlined in the adult safe house’s policy for service delivery and be available 24-hours a day, seven days a week for response when not on site.
3. (3) Residential housing may provide long-term housing for a period of time identified by the adult safe house.

4. (4) In addition to the services outlined in Rule 65K-1.006, F.A.C., residents should be provided with comprehensive, integrated services as recommended by the assessment and input from the resident, which may include:

   1. (a) Life skills;
   2. (b) Substance abuse treatment;
   3. (c) Group counseling;
   4. (d) Support in securing employment;
   5. (e) Job training;
   6. (f) Schooling or educational support;
   7. (g) Securing housing and means of transportation;
   8. (h) Financial management and,
   9. (i) Healthcare (medical, dental, vision).

5. (5) Discharge and Aftercare. The adult safe house must prepare a written discharge summary at least 45 calendar days prior to the projected date for exiting the program, unless the release is unplanned and unforeseen.

   1. (a) Discharge planning must be created with input from the resident and any supportive individuals identified by the resident.

   2. (b) The discharge summary must include the following:

      1. An outline of the plan for discharge;

      2. A summary of services;

      3. An assessment of goal achievement;

      4. Identification of the needs which remain to be met;

      5. Recommendations for the resident following discharge, including provisions for support and referrals;

      6. Identify who is responsible for validating the resident engaged in the services referred by the adult safe house;

      7. The date and reasons for discharge; and

      8. The name, address, and telephone number of the resident.

6. (6) Aftercare plans must, at minimum, reflect recommendations for services, where appropriate, and document any referrals generated. The plan must include the frequency of contact between the adult safe house and the discharged resident. The aftercare plan must identify if the resident declines the aftercare services.

Rulemaking Authority 402.881 FS. Law Implemented 402.881 FS. History-New 7-16-25.