Personal care homes; require licensure and regulation of those providing living arrangements for one or more persons.

SB 2564 requires personal care homes that provide living arrangements for one or more unrelated individuals to obtain a license and be regulated by the Mississippi State Department of Health. These homes typically offer food, shelter, and assistance with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and feeding. The bill mandates routine inspections to ensure residents' health and safety. It applies to most personal care homes, with limited exceptions for specific arrangements, such as certain veteran care programs under federal agreements.