Licensing Agency
Illinois Department of Public Health
License: Assisted Living Establishment or Shared Housing Establishment License
Key Requirements & Qualifications
8 items- 1
Obtain a valid license before establishing, operating, maintaining, or offering an establishment as an assisted living or shared housing establishment.
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Compliance with Nursing Home Care Act if operating without a license.
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Prohibition against advertising as "assisted living" unless licensed as an assisted living establishment or a shelter care facility meeting the definition.
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Public officials may not place persons in or recommend unlicensed establishments.
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Personnel requirements, qualifications, and training (Section 295.3000)
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Health care worker background checks (Section 295.3040)
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Physical plant and environmental requirements (Section 295.9000)
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Units must meet specific standards (Section 295.9005)
Governing Law & Regulatory Code
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Official State Resource
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Fees & Costs
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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.