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South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control

We promote and protect the health of the public and the environment.

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Health Licensing

Community Residential Care Facility (CRCF) Information

Regulations for CRCFs

  • Regulation 61-84 - Standards For Licensing
  • Regulation 61-25 - Kitchen Standards
  • Exceptions To Regulation
  • Exception To Regulation Form

Procedures for Licensing a CRCF

  • Procedures for Licensing a New or Existing Structure
  • Procedures for Licensing - Ownership Change
  • Procedures for Requesting A Bed Increase
  • Obtaining Construction Plans
  • Criminal Background Check Info
  • Notices Related to Opening and Operating
  • Emergency Evacuation Plan Statement
  • Emergency Evacuation Plan Submission Requirements
  • Emergency Evacuation Order Memorandum
  • Emergency Evacuation Order

Care and Medication Information

  • Guidance for Section 1205.B
  • Level of Care Criteria
  • Level of Care Waiver
  • Medication Administration Training
  • Emergency Admission Tuberculin Skin Testing

Self Inspection

  • Self Inspection Guide
  • Environmental Inspection

Information

  • Generic Emergency Operations Plan
  • Tuberculin Skin Testing Requirements For CRCF
  • Suggested Diet Manuals
  • Alzheimer's Special Care Disclosure Act
  • Staff Orientation and In-Service Checklist
  • Listing of All CRCF's in SC
  • Request For Consultation
  • CRCF Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
  • How To File A Complaint
  • CLIA Questions and Answers
  • CLIA Waiver Application
  • SC Board of Long Term Health Care - Administrator License

For additional information, contact: Division Director - Dennis Gibbs (803) 545-4370

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South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control    2600 Bull Street, Columbia, SC 29201    (803) 898-DHEC (3432)