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The number of retirees continues to grow as the Baby Boomers grow older. The influx of elderly has increased the number of communities needed to care for them as they age. A career in RCFE can be rewarding. Here’s what you need to know before diving in. Residential Care California doesn’t see a difference between a residential care facility and an assisted living facility as far as regulations go. Assisted living facilities tend to be larger than RCFEs. Most RCFEs are owned by locals though there are large corporate facilities with varying accommodations. State Regulations The Department of Social Services for the state conducts inspections and licenses the facilities. The administrator for the facility must have an RCFE license as does the facility. The staff also needs certain annual training hours to stay in compliance. Patient Costs The cost for an RCFE is not covered by Medicare. Most residents are private pay and the facility costs range depending on the size, care needed and...

California requires all assisted living facilities to have an RCFE license to operate. Administrators must be licensed and trained. All staff members require additional training as well. Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly takes care of those unable to live on their own but not requiring medical care. Here’s everything you need to know about the licensing requirements. Facility A senior care facility qualifies as an assisted living facility once it reaches 16 beds. Once it is determined the facility is an assisted living facility, the state of California requires the facility to obtain the licensing. Additional requirements may be in effect for residential care facilities. Administrator Operating an assisted living facility requires an RCFE administrator license. Programs are available that last about 80 hours followed by an exam of 100 questions. Passage of the exam and license application are the final steps. The larger the facility, the more likely the administrator also...