Resident Notification
At least 90 days prior to the date on which the Residence is intended to close or be sold, and stop operating as an ALR, a written notice must be received by:
- the Residents
- the Residents' Legal Representatives
- the Residents' Resident Representatives (if applicable)
The notice must include at least:
- the date on which the Sponsor intends to close or sell the Residence and stop operating as an ALR
- a description of the actions the Sponsor will take to help Residents in securing comparable housing and services, if necessary
- a reference to the Resident Rights under the landlord/tenant laws established under M.G.L. c. 186 or M.G.L. c. 239
Please refer to the Assisted Living Regulations for further details.
Executive Office of Elder Affairs Notification
The Executive Office of Elder Affairs must receive written notice at least 90 days prior to the date on which the Sponsor intends to close or sell the Residence and cease operating as an ALR.
The notice must include:
- a copy of the Resident notice in accordance with 651 CMR 12.03(10)(a)
- proof of notification of all affected Residents, their Legal Representatives, and their Resident Representatives (if applicable)
- the identification of all Residents receiving additional services, including but not limited to, Group Adult Foster Care
Please refer to the Assisted Living Regulations for further details.
Contact for Closing an Assisted Living Residence
Phone
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