Unlicensed Facilities Frequently Asked Questions

Applying to become a Licensed Provider through DDA  (for new Provider applicants only)

What services are licensed through DDA?

·        ID & DD Institutional Habilitation

·        ID & DD Residential Habilitation

·        ID & DD Boarding Home

·        ID & DD Placement Services

·        ID & DD Respite Care Services

·        ID & DD Supportive Living

·        ID & DD Diagnosis & Evaluation

·        ID and/or DD Semi-independent Living

·        ID and/or DD Adult Habilitation –  Center or Community Based

·        DD Preschool – Center or Community Based

·        Support Coordination

·        Personal Support Services

·        Home for the Aged – Tier 1

What is needed to apply for licensing through DDA?

·        Initial Application form (includes: background check, three references, Financial Information that may be shown in our financial worksheet, and two documents for Proof of Citizenship - birth certificate, social security card, naturalization certificate, certificate of  citizenship, and/or recent passport)

·        FACT Sheet form(s)

·        Board of Directors/Advisory Council listing

·        Policies and Procedures for your agency

·        An active filing with the Secretary of State

What type of background check is needed?

·        A national criminal background check administered by Tennessee Bureau of Investigations (TBI) or a licensed private investigative company or licensed private investigative individual, through www.identogo.com

How long does the process take?

·        The process length will vary depending on how long is takes the applicant to supply the needed information and be compliant with the Licensure Rules.

How much will this cost?

·        A breakdown of the cost can be found in the Licensure Rules in Chapter 2 (0465-02-02-.05 FEES), however an invoice will be provided during the licensing process dependent on the services that are applied for licensing.

Where can I find a list of the Licensure Rules?

·        The rules can be accessed through the Licensure web page or by this link: https://publications.tnsosfiles.com/rules/0465/0465.htm

How long does the license last?

·        The standard duration of a license is a year. Licenses are typically renewed each year on the same month that the license expires.

Who will be working with me during the application process?

·        There will be a Licensure Surveyor working with the new applicants in each region.

·        A listing of the Surveyors and their contact information can be found through the Licensure web page or by this link: https://publications.tnsosfiles.com/rules/0465/0465.htm