1. A. There shall be evidence of a structured program of care designed to:

   1. 1. Meet each resident's physical and emotional needs;
   2. 2. Provide protection, guidance, and supervision; and
   3. 3. Meet the objectives of any required individualized service plan.
2. B. There shall be evidence of a structured daily routine designed to ensure the delivery of program services.
3. C. The provider shall maintain a daily communication log to share information with staff about significant happenings or problems experienced by residents, with the identity of the person making each entry in the log recorded.
4. D. Health and dental complaints and injuries shall be recorded and shall include the (i) resident's name, complaint, and affected area and (ii) time of the complaint.
5. E. Routines shall be planned to ensure that each resident receives the amount of sleep and rest appropriate for the resident's age and physical condition.
6. F. Staff shall promote good personal hygiene of residents by monitoring and supervising hygiene practices each day and by providing instruction when needed.

Statutory Authority

§§ 37.2-203 and 37.2-408 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 25, Issue 21, eff. August 6, 2009; amended, Virginia Register Volume 41, Issue 18, eff. June 19, 2025.