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Senior Patient with Walker

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Step-by-Step: How Residents Are Evaluated for Care Needs (Title 22 Compliant)

  1. Pre-Admission Appraisal (LIC 603A)

    • Conducted before admission to determine if the facility can meet the resident's needs.

    • Includes physical, mental, and functional assessments, as well as behavioral considerations.

    • Gathers information from physicians, the resident, family, and other providers.

  2. Physician’s Report (LIC 602A)

    • Must be completed and signed by a licensed physician.

    • Documents medical diagnosis, medications, mental status, ambulatory status, and any special needs.

    • Determines whether the resident meets admission criteria under Title 22.

  3. Needs and Services Plan (LIC 625)

    • Created upon admission based on the pre-admission appraisal and physician’s report.

    • Specifies required assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), supervision, and health-related services.

    • Includes resident preferences, communication needs, and any behavioral concerns.

  4. Care Level Determination

    • The Administrator or designated staff reviews all documentation and observes the resident.

    • Resident is placed in one of the following care levels (outlined below) based on Title 22 definitions and facility capabilities.

    • Facility must ensure proper staffing, training, and environment to support the assigned care level.

  5. Ongoing Monitoring & Reassessment

    • Residents are continuously monitored for changes in condition.

    • Any change in health, mobility, or cognitive status prompts a reassessment.

    • Plans are updated at least annually or as needed to reflect current needs.

1. Basic Care (Supervision & Mild Assistance)

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For residents who are mostly independent but benefit from light oversight.

  • Includes meals, housekeeping, supervision, and reminders.

  • May need assistance with up to three ADLs (e.g., bathing, dressing, medication management).

  • Suitable for mild memory loss or limited mobility.

  • Residents remain ambulatory with or without assistive devices.

2. Enhanced Assisted Living (Moderate to Increased Support)

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For residents needing more frequent and direct assistance.

  • Support with multiple ADLs including hygiene, transfers, toileting, and incontinence.

  • May need redirection or behavioral support.

  • Appropriate for those with advancing dementia who are still safely manageable in the facility.

3. Memory Care / Dementia Care (Secured or Non-Secured)

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Tailored for residents with Alzheimer’s or other dementias.

  • Dementia-trained staff provide structured routines, behavior management, and cognitive support.

4. Bedridden / Non-Ambulatory Care

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For residents who are unable to get out of bed without assistance or are completely non-ambulatory.

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  • Care includes repositioning, pressure injury prevention, and assistance with all ADLs.

  • Monitoring ensures comfort, safety, and quality of life.

5. Hospice Care (End-of-Life Support)

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For residents diagnosed with a terminal condition.

  • Care is coordinated with a licensed hospice agency.

  • Focuses on comfort, dignity, and symptom management.

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