§ 23-17.4-3 - Purpose of provisions. - Rhode Island Statutes

SECTION 23-17.4-3

   § 23-17.4-3  Purpose of provisions. –The purpose of this chapter is to provide for the development, establishment,and enforcement of standards:

   (1) For the care of residents in an assisted living residence;

   (2) For the maintenance and operation of assisted livingresidences which will:

   (i) Promote the dignity, individuality, independence,privacy, and autonomy of residents;

   (ii) Provide a safe and home-like environment;

   (iii) Protect the safety, health and welfare of residents;

   (3) For the encouragement of quality of life for allresidents; and

   (4) For the encouragement of quality in all aspects of theoperations of assisted living residences.