Nursing homes can be convenient for those that are unable to live alone. As people get older, they may need to be taken care of to carry out daily functions. When families are unable to give them the attention they need, nursing homes can become a good option. In nursing homes, these individuals can receive the attention they may need to care for them on a daily basis. This can vary for individuals based on their current state. Some elders may need assistance with every task throughout the days, while others may not need assistance all the time. If employees in a nursing home are failing to do their job, they can be held accountable for it. If employees are abusing or neglecting residents in nursing homes, they can face legal action.
What is the Nursing Home Reform Act?
The Nursing Home Reform Act was passed by the federal government to set guidelines for each nursing home facility to follow. This act was passed to protect the quality of life for elders that enter into the care of a nursing home’s staff. Certain procedures are outlined to ensure that elders are treated properly and with the respect they deserve. Individuals in nursing homes have rights that cannot be impeded upon. These facilities have to uphold the law by ensuring a safe environment for these residents.
What services are provided in a nursing home?
In nursing homes, there are services provided to the residents living there. These services are outlined in the Nursing Home Reform Act to enforce a uniform code that these residencies must follow. This is to ensure the health and safety of the individuals living there. They have services to monitor their health and to provide individual care based on their specific well-being. Services can include periodic assessments for each client, a care plan, nursing, dietary, social, pharmaceutical and rehabilitation services. When individuals enter a nursing home as a place of residence, individuals should be given an explanation of what to expect while they are living there. They should be informed of their rights before they begin their habitation in this new environment. Services and fees should be in writing. Although these residents are now living in a nursing home, they still have a right to their own privacy. This includes keeping their own personal belongings, being informed of any conditions they may have and being able to deny any treatment.
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