This page includes helpful resources related to community-based residential facilities (CBRFs). Publications are files or websites with additional information. Division of Quality Assurance (DQA) numbered memos are documents that deal with:

• CBRF policies.
• Guidelines for CBRFs regulated by DQA.
• Information and interpretation of federal and state regulations.

Questions? Email dhswebmaildqa@dhs.wisconsin.gov.

Publications

Select a link to learn more:

• CBRF – Naloxone Administration, P-02091 (PDF) - Learn more about guidance for Naloxone use in CBRFs.
• Choosing an Assisted Living Facility, P-60579 - Learn how to select an assisted living facility, including CBRFs.
• Client Rights Office - Find forms and other information.
• Falls in Assisted Living Facilities, P-00994 (PDF) - Information on assessing fall risk, preventing falls, and more.
• Hospice – CBRF Interface, P-00314 (PDF) - Learn about care coordination guidelines for hospice patients residing in CBRFs.
• Online License and Certification Continuations via e-Renewal, P-01731 (PDF) - Understand reports, licenses, and certifications required by the Bureau of Assisted Living.
• Pharmacy Newscapsule - Newsletter published regularly by DQA.
• Quality Assurance and Quality Improvement in Assisted Living, P-03075 (PDF) - Read recommendations for quality care and the results of an online assessment survey.
• Reporting Requirements for Assisted Living Facilities, P-02007 (PDF)
• Resident Relocation Manual - Find information about Wisconsin laws related to relocating residents.

Memos

Memos from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS)

View our Memos Library to access a wealth of communications issued by DHS regarding policies and procedures and how they should be put into action.

DQA numbered memos

Select a link to view the memo. You can also view the list of all DQA Memos.

For an official paper copy of any numbered memo, email or write:

• Email dhswebmaildqa@dhs.wisconsin.gov.
• Mailing address:
  Administrator's Office
  Division of Quality Assurance
  PO Box 2969
  Madison, WI 53701