ALFOR

Oregon

Assisted Living Facility Requirements

Official State Website

Licensing Agency

Oregon Department of Human Services

License: Assisted Living Facility (ALF) / Residential Care Facility (RCF)

Key Requirements & Qualifications

7 items
  • 1

    Administrator must be licensed by Oregon Health Licensing Office (RCFA license)

  • 2

    Applicants must demonstrate history of compliance and ability to deliver quality services

  • 3

    Submission of letter of intent and market analysis for new construction

  • 4

    Residency agreement, uniform disclosure statement, and consumer summary statement provided to residents

  • 5

    Staffing plan developed using Acuity-Based Staffing Tool (ABST)

  • 6

    Staff trained in first aid and non-violent crisis intervention

  • 7

    Background checks for applicants and staff

Governing Law & Regulatory Code

Oregon Administrative Rules Chapter 411, Division 54; ORS 443.400 - 443.455 & 443.991View 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.oregon.gov/odhs/licensing/community-based-care/pages/licensing.aspx

Fees & Costs

1 to 15 beds: Application $2,000, Biennial Renewal $1,000|16 to 49 beds: Application $3,000, Biennial Renewal $1,500|50 to 99 beds: Application $4,000, Biennial Renewal $2,000|100 to 150 beds: Application $5,000, Biennial Renewal $2,500|151 or more beds: Application $6,000, Biennial Renewal $3,000

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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