1. |
Live in a safe and
clean environment. |
2. |
Be treated with courtesy and
respect, recognizing the Resident’s dignity
and individuality, and to be free from all forms
of abuse and neglect. |
3. |
Be sheltered, fed, clothed (including daily clothing selection), groomed and cared for in a manner consistent with their needs. |
4. |
Be told who is responsible for
and who is providing their direct care. |
5. |
Be afforded reasonable privacy
while being treated and cared for. |
6. |
Keep in their room and display
personal possessions in keeping with safety, facility
requirements, and other Residents’ rights. |
7. |
Have the opportunity to participate
fully in decision making for their care and safety,
and obtain an independent medical opinion concerning
any aspect of their care. |
8. |
Receive appropriate assistance
in order to maintain their independence. |
9. |
Communicate and meet with their
legal representative as often as necessary and in
private as desired. |
10. |
Have a representative who will
be responsible and make decisions on their behalf
when they are unable to make them. |
11. |
Participate in decision making
for the facility through the Resident Council. |
12. |
Be free to communicate and visit
with friends, family and others in private if desired. |
13. |
Exercise freedom of choice of
culture, religion, language and social activities. |
14. |
Be informed of policies affecting
their care or quality of life and to be aware of
the procedure for initiating complaints/concerns. |
15. |
Manage their own financial affairs
where they are able to do so. |
16. |
Be given access to protected
areas outside the Centre in order to enjoy outdoor
activity. |