How to Fill Out an Assisted Living Facility License Application

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Filling out the ALF license application might seem confusing. There are so many forms, fees, and details—where do you start?

Don’t worry. This guide walks you through it step-by-step so you can feel confident and avoid costly mistakes.

Let’s get into it!

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Why Your Application Matters

Your license is the key that unlocks your entire business. Without it, you can’t admit residents, open your doors, or fully market your home (though you should still be letting people know you're getting started!).

Before you submit, make sure you:

✅ Choose the right license type
✅ Calculate your fees correctly
✅ Submit all required documents

Step 1: Fill Out Your Basic Facility Information

Start with the basics:

📌 Facility name and address
📌 EIN (Tax ID number)
📌 Type of license you’re applying for (Standard, LNS, ECC, LMH, etc.)

💡 Pro Tip: If you’re unsure about the license type, call the state. They’re there to help and will guide you based on your business model.

Step 2: Calculate and Include the Correct Fees

Here’s where people get tripped up. The fees are per bed, and they vary depending on license type.

Example for a Standard ALF License:

✅ $64.96 per bed
✅ $387.73 application fee
✅ $2 per bed biennial fee

💵 For a 10-bed facility, your total fee =
(10 x $64.96) + $387.73 + (10 x $2) = $1,057.33

Other license types have add-on fees: 📌 LNS or ECC: Add $101.50 per bed
📌 LNS: + $322.77
📌 ECC: + $546
📌 LMH: No additional fee

📌 Adding/Removing Beds? You’ll need to:

✅ Update the license
✅ Recalculate fees
✅ Pay a $25 processing fee

Step 3: Add Ownership and Management Info

This section includes:

📌 List of all owners and ownership percentages
📌 Board of directors (if applicable)
📌 Management company (if you're using one)

💡 Note: Most small facilities don’t use a management company—so skip it if that’s you.

Step 4: List Your Key Personnel

The application asks for:

📌 Administrator name + license number
📌 Financial contact
📌 Safety officer

🎯 If you're wearing all the hats (owner, admin, etc.), that’s perfectly okay—just list your name for each.

Step 5: Answer All Disclosure Questions Honestly

You’ll need to disclose:

✅ Any criminal background
✅ Any previous issues with regulatory agencies
✅ Any lawsuits or fraud charges

🛑 Lying here could delay or kill your application. Be 100% honest.

Step 6: Fill Out the Facility Profile Survey

This part is all about your setup:

📌 Total number of beds
📌 Private vs. shared rooms
📌 Languages spoken
📌 Religious services offered
📌 Bed-hold policy
📌 Availability of nursing staff (RN, LPN, etc.)
📌 Payment types accepted (VA, Medicaid, private pay)
📌 Specialty services (like memory care)

💡 This info goes into a public state database—so make it clear and accurate.

Step 7: Attach All Required Documents

Don't skip this step! You’ll need to submit:

📂 Proof of zoning approval
📂 Fire marshal inspection
📂 Floor plans
📂 Surety bond
📂 Staff training certifications
📂 Policy and procedure manual
📂 Emergency management plan

💡 If a document is missing, your application will get kicked back—so double-check everything to avoid delays!

Take Action: What to Do Next

🚀 Want to launch your assisted living facility faster and with less stress?
Here’s how to start:

✅ Step 1: Download the Business Plan Checklist to plan out your facility
✅ Step 2: Apply to the ALI Mastermind for expert guidance through licensing

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