Expands protections regarding violations of safety conditions in adult care facilities; provides penalties for safety violations and operating.

New York S01858 amends the social services law to enhance protections for residents in adult care facilities. It establishes civil penalties of up to $1,000 per day for violations of safety conditions and operating without a valid license. The bill also prohibits reductions in fines if a patient is endangered or harmed. It mandates that the Department of Health inspect adult care facilities at least once every six months, focusing on areas such as premises, equipment, personnel, and resident care.

Expands protections regarding violations of safety conditions in adult care facilities; provides penalties for safety violations and operating.

New York S01858 amends the social services law to enhance protections for residents in adult care facilities. It establishes civil penalties of up to $1,000 per day for violations of safety conditions and operating without a valid license. The bill also prohibits reductions in fines if a patient is endangered or harmed. It mandates that the Department of Health inspect adult care facilities at least once every six months, focusing on areas such as premises, equipment, personnel, and resident care.