Current through Public Act 171 of the 2024 Legislative Session
Section 333.26503 - Contract requirements(1) An establishment shall not function as a housing-with-services establishment for an individual except under a written contract complying with this act.(2) A contract between a housing-with-services establishment and a resident must be in writing and shall include at least all of the following:(a) The name, street address, and mailing address of the housing-with-services establishment.(b) The owner's name and mailing address.(c) The title and address of the managing agent, whether an owner of a management firm or agency.(d) The title and business address, if different from the establishment address, of at least 1 individual authorized to accept service of process on behalf of the owner and managing agent.(e) A statement describing whether the housing-with-services establishment is licensed by a local, state, or federal agency.(f) The term of the contract described in months or years.(g) A description of the services the establishment will provide to the resident for the base-rate paid by the resident.(h) A description of additional services available for an additional fee from the housing-with-services establishment directly or through arrangements with the housing-with-services establishment.(i) A statement describing the policy of the housing-with-services establishment regarding the outside contracting of services by a resident.(j) Fee schedules outlining the cost of additional services.(k) A description of the process through which the contract may be modified, amended, or terminated, including conditions under which a contract may be terminated by the resident or the establishment.(l) A description of the housing-with-services establishment's complaint resolution process.(m) The resident's designated representative, if any.(n) The establishment's referral procedure in the event the contract is terminated.(o) Billing and payment procedures and requirements.(3) The housing-with-services establishment shall keep the contracts and related documents executed by the establishment and residents for at least 3 years after the date of termination of each contract. Contracts, or copies of the contracts, for current residents shall be kept at the establishment.2002, Act 424, Imd. Eff. 6/5/2002 .