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The Florida Department of Health works to protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county, and community efforts.

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Group Care Facilities

Florida Department of Health in DeSoto County

Group Care Facilities

This program includes assisted living facilities, adult family care homes, hospice, public and private schools, and other related care facilities. The objective of the program is to assure that group care facilities comply with minimum standards relating to the protection of health, safety, and well-being of those using these facilities.

Group care facilities are regulated and licensed by state agencies such as the

The Department of Health has co-responsibilities in the enforcement of laws, rules, and regulations regarding the sanitation and control of communicable diseases at these facilities. Environmental Public Health staff provide direct services in the operational aspect of the program through regular inspections to assure that required sanitary standards are maintained.