ALFMA

Massachusetts

Assisted Living Facility Requirements

Official State Website

Licensing Agency

Executive Office of Elder Affairs (EOEA)

License: Certification for Assisted Living Residence

Key Requirements & Qualifications

6 items
  • 1

    Certified by EOEA

  • 2

    Applicant must have sufficient property rights

  • 3

    Application must be notarized and signed under pains and penalties of perjury

  • 4

    No prior violations of local, state or federal statutes, regulations, ordinances, or other laws related to health care facilities

  • 5

    Operating plan required including number of units and residents

  • 6

    Copy of current building, fire safety, and state sanitary code certificates and permits required

Governing Law & Regulatory Code

651 CMR 12.00; M.G.L. c. 19A, § 6; St. 1994, c. 354View Official Text

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Official State Resource

Visit the official state government website to access current application forms, full regulatory text, and contact information for the licensing agency.

Open Official Website

https://www.mass.gov/info-details/assisted-living-certification-regulations

Fees & Costs

$200 non-refundable application fee; $125/Unit certification fee

Getting Started Checklist

Research state-specific requirements
Contact the licensing agency
Complete required training/education
Pass background checks
Secure appropriate facility/location
Obtain liability insurance
Submit license application
Pass facility inspection

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.

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