Highlights include a checklist for evaluating and comparing facilities and an overview of residentsâ rights and responsibilities, as well as frequently asked questions about assisted living facilities and a list of helpful resources.
With over more than 15 years providing civil legal aid focused on senior issues, Project Director Cheryl Steinberg observed a void of information about assisted living facilities.
âItâs an industry governed by a convoluted system of laws and regulations, and that can be confusing and complicated for individuals and families to absorb,â she said. âWe hope that this guide will be user friendly resource to help people make more informed decisions when seeking an assisted living facility.â