Rhode Island group home progress note requirements
Every page prints this at the foot, so a licensing specialist can look it up:212-RICR-10-00-1, § 1.19.
What the rule says
212-RICR-10-00-1, § 1.19 — Program Documentation Requirements, in Rules and Regulations for the Licensing of Organizations and Facilities Licensed by the Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities and Hospitals
“All records, entries and documentation required by these regulations shall be: (1) Prepared at the time, or immediately following, the event being recorded; (2) Accurate and contain no willful falsifications; (3) Legible, dated, and signed by the person making the entry”
What it asks a note to show
- Prepared at the time, or immediately following, the event being recorded
- Accurate and contain no willful falsifications
- Legible, dated, and signed by the person making the entry
- Maintained in accordance with EOHHS Records Retention requirements
Checked against the source document on 14 October 2026. This is a summary to help you find the rule, not legal advice; your licensing specialist reads the rule itself.
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Daily Progress Note
Alex was observed asleep and resting comfortably at the start of the shift. Staff supported Alex in completing his morning routine with verbal prompts. Alex chose to walk to the corner shop, where he paid for his own item. There were no problems or concerns during shift.
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