Document Citation: 55 Pa. Code § 2610.13

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PENNSYLVANIA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Codes
TITLE 55. PUBLIC WELFARE
PART IV. ADULT SERVICES MANUAL
SUBPART E. RESIDENTIAL AGENCIES/FACILITIES/SERVICES
CHAPTER 2610. FOSTER HOME CARE SERVICES FOR ADULTS

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08/31/2009

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§ 2610.13. Staffing

(a) Two written references shall be obtained, and kept on file by the administering agency, as to the suitability of the provider to offer foster home care services, including especially his sensitivity and capability in dealing with potential clients as well as his financial responsibility.

(b) One person shall be designated as responsible for the operation and management of the home. A second person shall be designated to act in his absence.

(c) When there are seven or more clients present in the group foster home, there shall be at least two responsible adults to assist clients with personal care and evacuation in the event of fire or another disaster. The Department may require an increase in the number of personnel as it deems necessary for the health, welfare, and safety of clients in the group foster home.