Assisted Living
Before you can solve a problem with care or services received in an assisted living facility, learn what rights residents are guaranteed by law, assess whether any of them are being violated — and file a complaint with the appropriate agency or individual if necessary.
Review a list of 20 basic rights for assisted living residents.
Forewarned is forearmed, so learn about forms of elder abuse to watch out for.
There are a number of gradual steps to take when trying to resolve your concerns.
As a last resort, consider consulting an attorney to see whether legal action may be appropriate.