Licensing Agency
Mississippi State Department of Health
License: Personal Care Homes - Assisted Living
Key Requirements & Qualifications
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Application for license or renewal; Compliance with local municipal codes, state and federal laws; Conformance to fire safety regulations; Criminal history record checks for employees; Employee health screening and TB testing; Admission agreement; Medical evaluation prior to admission; TB assessment for residents; Influenza education for residents; Well-planned meals; Adequate heating and cooling; Adequate lighting; Smoke detectors; Automatic sprinkler system; Building construction requirements; Water supply and sewerage disposal approval.
Governing Law & Regulatory Code
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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.
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Fees & Costs
Initial and renewal licensure application fee (amount set by the Board); User fee for additions, renovations, modernizations, expansions, alterations, conversions, modifications, or replacements (amount set by the Board); Late fee for renewal (amount set by the Board).
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.