RESIDENT RIGHTS BOOKLET
Nursing home residents have rights that are protected by federal, state, and local laws. The right to be free from abuse and neglect, the right to self-determination, the right to be fully informed, and the right to raise grievances—to name a few—are all included in this group.
To make sure these important rights are honored in nursing homes, it is necessary for residents and their families to understand what is included under each right and to have strategies to self-advocate for proper implementation of these rights.
In partnership with the Empire Justice Center and through funding made available by the NY Health Foundation, the Center for Elder Law & Justice is pleased to announce the update of our “Nursing Home Resident Rights and Tips” resource guide. This guide, originally made possible by the Odd Fellow & Rebekah Benefit fund, offers concise descriptions of resident rights, answers frequently asked questions, provides general how-to information for things like care planning and payment options, and shares a wealth of additional resources that are available in 14 counties, spanning Western New York to the Finger Lakes region.
The updated version aims to fill gaps in knowledge about living in a nursing home, for both short term (i.e. rehabilitation services) and long-term care, as identified by the results of a recent survey distributed to residents and their loved ones. It also features increased accessibility and improved overall organization.
This (FREE!) handbook is easily navigable [online] and in print. To request a paper copy, please call the Center for Elder Law and Justice at (716) 853-3087.
The Center for Elder Law & Justice is available to deliver presentations that go more in-depth on any of the matters included in the booklet. Please call the Center for Elder Law & Justice at (716) 853-3087 to learn more and to schedule a presentation.
