This bill amends the Adult Foster Care Facility Licensing Act of 1979 by updating definitions and provisions related to adult foster care facilities. Key changes include the clarification of terms such as "adult," "adult foster care camp," and "adult foster care facility," with specific criteria for capacity and types of care provided. Notably, the bill introduces new language that specifies that a resident enrolled in a licensed hospice program or a facility licensed or exempt from licensure as a substance use disorder services program is not considered to require continuous nursing care.

Additionally, the bill outlines the responsibilities of licensees in relation to residents with specific care needs, including those with do-not-resuscitate orders. It emphasizes the importance of assessment plans tailored to individual residents' needs and preferences. The enactment of this bill is contingent upon the passage of House Bill No. 5729, indicating a coordinated legislative effort to enhance the regulatory framework governing adult foster care facilities in Michigan.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 400.703, 400.726