Florida Assisted Living Facilities Practice Exam

Which of the following is NOT a requirement to obtain an extended congregate care license?

1. Must have policies for extended care

2. Must provide 24-hour nursing supervision

3. Must hold a standard license for 3 years

4. Must employ a medical director

The correct answer is: Must hold a standard license for 3 years

To understand why holding a standard license for 3 years is not a requirement to obtain an extended congregate care license, it's important to recognize the specific criteria set forth by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) for extended congregate care (ECC) facilities. An extended congregate care license is aimed at supporting residents with more complex care needs than those typically cared for in standard assisted living facilities. The requirements for such a license focus on ensuring that facilities are equipped to provide necessary services and care. This includes having appropriate policies for extended care, providing 24-hour nursing supervision, and employing a medical director who oversees the health aspects of resident care. While having prior experience and an operational standard license could contribute to a facility's credibility or readiness to transition to an extended care status, it is not an explicit prerequisite according to the licensing rules. Therefore, the option regarding holding a standard license for 3 years does not align with the formal requirements necessary to obtain an ECC license, making it the correct choice for what is NOT required.