As used in this section and sections 19a-522 to 19a-534a , inclusive, 19a-536 to 19a-539 , inclusive, 19a-550 to 19a-554 , inclusive, and 19a-562a , unless the context otherwise requires:
(1) “Nursing home facility” has the same meaning as provided in section 19a-490 ;
(2) “Department” means the Department of Public Health;
(3) “Commissioner” means the Commissioner of Public Health or the commissioner's designated representative; and
(4) “Residential care home” has the same meaning as provided in section 19a-490 .