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Be treated with respect and dignity.
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Participate in making decisions about your care, and about aspects of your life in the nursing home that are significant to you.
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Be free from chemical and physical restraints.
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Manage your own finances or receive help from the nursing home to manage them.
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Voice grievances without fear of retaliation.
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Associate and communicate privately with any person of your choice.
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Send and receive personal mail.
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Have you personal and medical records kept confidential.
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Apply for state and federal financial assistance without threats or discrimination.
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Be fully informed prior to admission of your rights, service available, and any charges.
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Be given advanced notice and the right to appeal a transfer or discharge.
