Representation and resolution of grievances and complaints | DC
§44-105.05. Representation and resolution of grievances and complaints. (a) A resident shall have the right to the following: (1) To designate a person as his or her surrogate or to have their guardian or advance directives or surrogate health decision-maker, act for them if for any reason the resident cannot act for him or herself; […]
Accommodation of needs | DC
§ 44-105.04. Accommodation of needs. A resident shall have the right to the following: (1) To receive adequate and appropriate services and treatment with reasonable accommodation of individual needs and preferences consistent with their health and physical and mental capabilities and the health or safety of other residents; (2) To have access to appropriate health […]
Dignity | DC
§ 44-105.03. Dignity. A resident shall have the right to the following: (1) A safe, clean, comfortable, stimulating, and homelike environment allowing the resident to use personal belongings to the greatest extent possible; (2) Control time, space, and lifestyle; (3) Free access to visitors of his or her choice; (4) To receive and send correspondence […]
Standard of care | DC
§ 44-105.01. Standard of care. (a) An ALR must care for its residents in a manner and in an environment that promotes • maintenance and enhancement of the residents’ quality of life and independence. (b) In order to promote resident independence and aging in place in a residential setting, at a minimum, an ALR shall […]