Social Residential Homes Bill

The Social Residential Homes Bill establishes a regulatory framework for social residential homes (SRHs) in Singapore, affecting various types of facilities including homes for children, elderly care homes, and adult disability homes. The key provisions of the bill include:

• A licensing regime for operators of social residential homes to ensure safety, welfare, and continuity of care for residents, replacing previous laws governing these homes.
• Requirements for suitable key appointment holders and guidelines for the appointment and duties of individuals responsible for the management of licensed facilities.
• Enforcement powers for the Director-General, including regulatory actions like suspending or revoking licenses, and the ability to step in during emergencies to protect residents and ensure operational stability.
• Provisions for protecting the identity of residents, and protocols for compliance monitoring, including inspections and the establishment of Codes of Practice.
• Amendments to existing Acts and the repeal of the Homes for the Aged Act 1988, along with saving and transitional provisions for current home operations to adjust to the new regulations.