State Posts HCBS Heightened Scrutiny Evidence Packets for ACFs and ALPs
(July 23, 2024) The Department of Health (DOH) recently posted Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Heightened Scrutiny Evidence Packets for adult care and assisted living facilities. The Evidence Packets are available for public comment for 30 days, closing on Aug. 9th.
Members may recall that federal HCBS regulations require a “heightened scrutiny” review of certain facilities that are presumed to exhibit “institutional” characteristics due to their location or other factors. The Evidence Packets demonstrate how the facility supports full access of individuals to the greater community, ensures individual rights, and promotes individual autonomy. The Evidence Packets are available here.
Contact: Diane Darbyshire, ddarbyshire@leadingageny.org, or Meg Everett, meverett@leadingageny.org