New Mexico Administrative Code
Title 8 - SOCIAL SERVICES
Chapter 371 - DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
Part 2 - REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERMEDIATE CARE FACILITIES FOR THE MENTALLY RETARDED
Section 8.371.2.6 - OBJECTIVE
Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 18, September 24, 2024
The purpose of these regulations is to:
A. Establish professional minimum standards for ICF/MR facilities in the state of New Mexico which were formerly licensed under regulations governing long term care facilities.
B. Monitor ICF/MR facilities with these regulations through surveys to identify any areas which could be dangerous or harmful to the clients or staff.
C. Encourage the maintenance of ICF/MR facilities that provide quality services which maintain or improve the health and quality of life to the clients.
D. Expand the availability of ICF/MR programs to assure timely placement for persons who need residential services.
E. Assure integrated active treatment programs, homelike living arrangements, and consumer protections for ICF/MR clients.
F. Promote access and availability statewide.
G. Recognize specialized ICF/MR programs to serve individuals with intense needs.