Adult Day Health Services in Arizona are defined as planned care supervision and activities provided in a group setting during a portion of a continuous 24-hour period. Services include: 

• Personal care 

• Personal living skills training 

• Meals and health monitoring 

• Preventive, therapeutic, and restorative health-related services 

• Planned care supervision and activities 

2. Regulations 

Adult Day Health Services are governed by Arizona Administrative Code R9-10-501 to 514 and the AHCCCS Medical Policy Manual Chapter 1240-B.

3. Licensing or Certification 

Adult Day Health Facilities must be licensed by the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS)  

4. Responsible State Agency 

The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) is responsible for licensing Adult Day Health Facilities.

5. Application Process 

The application process is conducted through the ADHS. However, specific details about the online or mail-in application process are not provided. 

6. Required Documentation 

While specific documentation requirements are not listed, facilities likely need to provide: 

• Proof of compliance with ADHS licensing requirements 

• Policies and procedures for service delivery 

• Staff training records 

7. Timeline for Approval 

There is no information about the timeline for obtaining a license. 

8. Pre-Application Process 

There is no explicit mention of a pre-application process. 

9. Pre-Application Training 

While specific pre-application training is not mentioned, staff must receive orientation and ongoing training.

10. Additional Notes 

• Adult Day Health Facilities must be located in the community among other residential buildings, private businesses, and retail businesses to facilitate integration with the greater community.

• Services are available for a portion of a continuous 24-hour period for compensation on a regular basis for five or more adults not related to the proprietor 

• Providers may not admit or retain participants whose behavior is dangerous to self or interferes with the well-being of other residents, or whose service requirements exceed those services for which the facility is licensed to provide 

• As of February 25, 2025, the Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS) covers services provided by licensed adult day healthcare facilities under an 1115 waiver.