Section 0465-02-15-.11 - ADMISSIONS(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.Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0465-02-15-.11
New rules filed July 6, 2016; effective 10/4/2016.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.