Rules & Regulations of the State of Tennessee
Title 0465 - Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Subtitle 0465-02 - Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Department of
Chapter 0465-02-15 - Minimum Program Requirements for Intellectual Disabilities Semi-Independent Living Services
Section 0465-02-15-.11 - ADMISSIONS

Current through September 24, 2024

(1) The governing body must ensure that all persons supported in semi-independent living services must meet the following criteria:

(a) Capable of self-preservation;

(b) Able to care for basic self-help and minor health care needs without assistance;

(c) Able to care for personal possessions and to maintain personal living area in a state of orderliness and cleanliness to the extent it does not constitute a health hazard;

(d) Able to travel independently or secure assistance in traveling to work, training, community activities, or to generic services;

(e) Able to recognize danger or threat to personal safety;

(f) Able to plan and cook simple meals; and

(g) Able to secure assistance in crisis situations by such means as the telephone or contacting neighbors or staff.

Authority: T.C.A. §§ 4-4-103, 4-5-202, 33-1-201, 33-1-302, 33-1-303, 33-1-305, 33-1-309, 33-2-301, 33-2-302, 33-2-404, 33-2-407.

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