3104A0630X Assisted Living Facility (Behavioral Disturbances)

Definition
A facility providing supportive services to individuals who can function independently in most areas of activity, but exhibit abnormal behavioral responses and habits and therefore need special guidance, assistance and/or monitoring to assure safety and well being. This type of facility requires a staff with special training in dealing with and redirecting negative, violent or destructive behaviors.
Classification
Assisted Living Facility
Specialization
Assisted Living, Behavioral Disturbances
Section
Non-Individual
Notes
[7/1/2003: new]