Indiana Administrative Code
Title 440 - DIVISION OF MENTAL HEALTH AND ADDICTION
Article 7.5 - RESIDENTIAL LIVING FACILITIES FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH PSYCHIATRIC DISORDERS OR ADDICTIONS
Rule 2 - Requirements for All Residential Living Facilities in this Article
Section 2-14 - Furnishings

Universal Citation: 440 IN Admin Code 2-14

Current through March 20, 2024

Authority: IC 12-21-2-3

Affected: IC 12-21-2-3; IC 12-22-2

Sec. 14.

(a) The agency shall furnish and maintain the furnishings in a residence, or they shall assist the resident in acquiring and maintaining furnishings for the residence. The intent is to assure a private residence that is homelike, comfortable, sanitary, and promotes the dignity of the resident.

(1) If the agency elects to furnish the residence, the resident may be required to make a security deposit, sign an inventory, and agree to replace lost or damaged furnishings.

(2) Furnishings shall be in good repair and attractive.

(3) Residents shall be encouraged to purchase and display personal possessions and to enhance a homelike environment with items of their choice.

(4) The facility may not require residents to provide their own furniture. Furniture provided by the residents remains the property of the residents.

(b) Basic furnishings shall include, but are not limited to, the following:

(1) A dresser.

(2) Clothing storage.

(3) Bath towels.

(4) An individual bed that shall be furnished adequately with a clean mattress and clean bedding.

(5) A table and chairs for meals.

(6) A chair or couch.

(7) Lamps as needed.

(8) Adequate dishes, utensils, and cookware.

(c) In a sub-acute facility, a transitional residential facility, or a supervised group living facility, a television and radio shall be provided for the use of the residents who have expressed an interest. Television viewing must not be a substitute for other activities.

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