Licensing Rules and Statutes

The licensing rules for Adult Foster Care facilities provide minimum standards for these regulated facilities.  The Adult Foster Care Act (PA 218 of 1979) and the Public Health Code (PA 368 of 1978) provides the Department’s authority to establish these rules.

Adult Foster Care

• Adult Foster Care Facility Licensing Act 218 of 1979 
• Licensing Adult Foster Care Facilities
• Good Moral Character
• Bureau of Fire Safety Rules for Adult Foster Care Homes (7 or more) 

County Infirmaries

• Licensing Rules for County Infirmaries