Virginia Administrative Code (Last Updated: January 10, 2017) |
Title 22. Social Services |
Agency 40. Department of Social Services |
Chapter 60. Standards and Regulations for Licensed Adult Day Care Centers |
Section 490. General areas
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A. Any center licensed after July 1, 2000, shall provide at least 50 square feet of indoor floor space for each participant, in addition to hallways, office space, bathrooms, storage space, or other rooms or areas that are not normally used for program activities.
B. There shall be sufficient and suitable space for planned program activities that may be interchangeable or adaptable for a variety of activities including meals.
1. There shall be at least one room with sufficient space for the participants to gather together for large group activities.
2. There shall be rooms or areas appropriate for small group activities and individual activities.
C. Furnishings.
1. The furniture shall be sturdy, safe, and appropriate for elderly and impaired adults.
2. All centers shall have:
a. At least one chair for each participant and each staff person, excluding any people who remain in wheelchairs throughout the day;
b. Table space adequate for all participants to take part in activities at the same time; and
c. Recliners, lounge chairs, rockers, or other seating to allow participants to relax and rest.
Historical Notes
Derived from VR615-21-02 § 5.9, eff. April 1, 1987; amended, Volume 16, Issue 12, eff. July 1, 2000.