Emergency Preparedness | MD
The facility shall comply with: (1) All applicable local fire and building codes; and (2) The Life Safety Code, NFPA 101, including Chapter 24 of NFPA 101 if the facility is a one or two family dwelling as defined by NFPA 101. Fire Extinguishers. [An assisted living] A program shall: (1) Ensure that fire extinguishers […]
Restraints | MD
Restraints. The resident has the right to be free of restraints used in violation of this chapter. A protective device as defined in Regulation .02B of this chapter is not considered a restraint. Improper Use of Chemicals or Drugs. Chemicals or drugs may not be used for residents in the following ways: (1) In excessive […]
Abuse, Neglect, and Financial Exploitation | MD
[An assisted living] A program shall develop and implement policies and procedures prohibiting abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation of residents. [B. An assisted living program may not knowingly employ an individual who has any criminal conviction or other criminal history that indicates behavior that is potentially harmful to residents, documented through either a criminal […]
Resident’s Rights | MD
A resident of an [assisted living] program has the right to: (1) Be treated with consideration, respect, and full recognition of the resident’s human dignity and individuality; (2) Receive treatment, care, and services that are adequate, appropriate, and in compliance with relevant State, local, and federal laws and regulations; (3) Participate in planning the resident’s […]