A. There shall be evidence of a structured program of care designed to:
- 1. Meet the residents' physical and emotional needs;
- 2. Provide protection, guidance, and supervision; and
- 3. Meet the objectives of any required service plan.
- B. There shall be evidence of a structured daily routine designed to ensure the delivery of program services.
- C. A daily communication log shall be maintained to inform staff of significant happenings or problems experienced by residents.
- 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.
- E. The identity of the individual making each entry in the daily communication log shall be recorded.
- F. Routines shall be planned to ensure that each resident receives the amount of sleep and rest appropriate for his age and physical condition.
- G. Staff shall promote good personal hygiene of residents by monitoring and supervising hygiene practices each day and by providing instruction when needed.
- H. The structured daily routine shall comply with any facility and locally imposed curfews.
Statutory Authority
§§ 63.2-217 and 63.2-1737 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 25, Issue 3, eff. January 1, 2009.