ARF ARF Licensing Requirements

Question 1

Which California agency is responsible for licensing Adult Residential Facilities?

Accepted Answer

Department of Social Services (DSS)

Answer

Department of Public Health (DPH)

Answer

Department of Developmental Services (DDS)

Answer

Department of Health Care Services (DHCS)

Question 2

How often must an ARF renew its license in California?

Accepted Answer

Every 2 years

Answer

Every year

Answer

Every 3 years

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Every 5 years

Question 3

What is the minimum age for an ARF to serve adults?

Accepted Answer

18 years

Answer

16 years

Answer

21 years

Answer

17 years

Question 4

Which of the following is required before an ARF may begin operations?

Accepted Answer

A valid Community Care Facility license

Answer

Approval from local city council

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A certificate from the Department of Public Health

Answer

A fire marshal occupancy permit only

Question 5

What must an ARF do if the facility's capacity changes?

Accepted Answer

Apply to DSS for a license amendment

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Notify residents only

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File a report with the local fire department

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Notify the county health officer

Question 6

Which document must be posted conspicuously in an ARF at all times?

Accepted Answer

The current facility license

Answer

Staff duty rosters

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Resident medication lists

Answer

The facility's insurance policy