Indiana State Memory Care Regulations

What agency is in charge of regulating memory care in Indiana?

• The Indiana State Department of Health regulates residential care facilities (RCFs) as these are permitted by the state to provide memory care services to seniors with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia.

Where can I research the violations history of a memory care community in Indiana?

• You can use the Health Care Providers Consumer Reports page to research deficiency reports for residential care facilities. Enter the name of the community you wish to search for or select it from the map. Click to view the consumer report, and then scroll to the bottom of the next page for survey reports.
• If you have questions about a community’s violation history you can also contact the Long-Term Care Ombudsman for more information.

Are caregivers at memory care communities in Indiana required to receive dementia-specific training when they are first hired?

• Yes, caregivers at memory care communities are required to receive dementia-specific training.

Are administrators at memory care communities in Indiana required to receive dementia-specific training when they are first hired?

• Yes, administrators are required to receive dementia-specific training, but only for communities that are designated to provide memory care.

Are Indiana residents required to be screened for cognitive impairments before they are admitted to a memory care community?

• Yes, residents are required to be screened for cognitive impairments.

Looking for memory care communities in Indiana but not sure which to choose? A Place for Mom’s local Senior Living Advisors can help you find the community that is right for your family’s needs. We only refer families to licensed facilities, and our staff conducts a licensing and violation audit every six months to confirm the license status of each community we partner with.

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Sources

https://pdxscholar.library.pdx.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1082&context=aging_pub

Memory care questions? Get expert help

The term “assisted living” encompasses a wide range of residential settings that provide care services to seniors, including those with dementia. Each state is in charge of regulating these facilities. While these regulations can vary widely, many states tend to have specific provisions for memory care services that can fall under the umbrella of assisted living.