FL S1486

Creates Part XI of Chapter 400, Florida Statutes to establish licensure requirements and standards for transitional living facilities serving persons with brain or spinal cord injuries, replacing previous regulations under Section 400.805.

Requires facilities to obtain and maintain accreditation from organizations specializing in rehabilitation facilities within 12 months of initial licensure, with license fees of $4,588 plus $90 per bed per biennium.

Establishes comprehensive client protections including admission criteria, individualized treatment plans, discharge procedures, client rights (communication, property management, grievance procedures), and prohibits retaliation against clients filing complaints.

Regulates medication administration, physical restraints, seclusion, and chemical restraints as emergency measures only, with limitations on duration (emergency orders limited to 24 hours) and mandatory notification of clients' representatives.

Imposes administrative penalties for violations ranging from $100-$10,000 depending on violation class (isolated, patterned, or widespread) and requires background screening of employees and maintenance of detailed personnel and client records.