Licensing Agency
Arkansas Department of Human Services, Office of Long Term Care
License: Assisted Living Facilities Level I | Assisted Living Facilities Level II
Key Requirements & Qualifications
8 items- 1
Administrator qualifications (Master's degree in human services or related field, or Bachelor's degree with 2 years experience for Level I; Licensed Nursing Home Administrator for Level II)
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Background checks for owners, operators, and direct care staff
- 3
Staff training hours
- 4
Financial soundness (budget for 6 months, liability insurance)
- 5
Annual fire and health inspections
- 6
Living area: 35 sq ft per resident
- 7
Bedrooms: no more than 4 residents per room, 50 sq ft per resident
- 8
Bathrooms: 1 toilet, bathtub/shower, and sink for every 6 residents
Governing Law & Regulatory Code
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Official State Resource
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Open Official Websitehttps://humanservices.arkansas.gov/divisions-shared-services/provider-services-quality-assurance/office-of-long-term-care/
Fees & Costs
Level I: $100 application fee | Level II: $150 application fee
Getting Started Checklist
Important Notice
Regulations change frequently. Always verify current requirements directly with the state licensing agency before submitting applications. This information is for educational purposes only.