RESIDENT BILL OF RIGHTS

1. Residents have the right to be treated with courtesy, and in a way that promotes their dignity and individuality.

2. Residents have the right to be sheltered and assisted with eating, dressing, grooming and care in a manner consistent with their needs.

3. Residents or their legal representative have the right to give or refuse consent to treatment, including medication, in accordance with the law.

Subject to safety requirements and privacy rights of other residents:

4. Residents have the right to exercise their freedom of choice of religion, culture and language.

5. Residents are free to communicate with, have contact with and visit with friends, family and others, in private if desired.

6. Residents have the right to choose their recreational activities.

7. Residents have the right to choose the personal items to be kept in their rooms when space permits.

8. Residents have the right to select the clothing worn each day.

9. Residents have the right to be given reasonable privacy in treatment and in caring for their personal needs.

10. Residents have the right to live in a safe and clean environment.

11. Residents have the right to communicate & meet with their legal representative as often as necessary and in private, if desired.