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The Nursing Home Reform Act is federal legislation that established minimum standards of care and rights for residents in nursing homes that receive Medicare and Medicaid funding. The law requires facilities to provide services that help each resident attain and maintain their highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.
A Solace advocate can help you understand the rights guaranteed to nursing home residents, evaluate facilities for compliance with required standards, and address concerns about quality of care or resident rights violations. They can assist with filing complaints to state survey agencies, support family members in advocacy for their loved ones, and help navigate transfers when needed to ensure appropriate care.