Moving into a nursing home means entrusting the staff with almost every aspect of your daily care, from providing healthy meals to administering medication. Both state and federal governments guarantee every resident certain rights and protections to ensure they receive proper care and are treated with the dignity you deserve. As a resident, it's important to understand your nursing home rights to ensure they're fully respected.

4 Rights of Every Nursing Home Resident

1. Treated With Respect

Everyone, including nursing home residents, deserved to be treated with dignity and respect by all members of the staff. You also have the right to set your schedule and choose which activities you'll participate in.

2. Free From Discrimination

Nursing homes are not obligated to accept every applicant, but it's against federal law for them to discriminate by sex, race, familial status, national origin, disability, or religion.

3. Free From Neglect or Abuse

It is never acceptable for nursing home staff to verbally, sexually, mentally, or physically abuse a resident. Isolating you against other residents against your will is also a violation of your nursing home rights.

4. Receive Proper Medical Care

You should be allowed to choose your health care provider and be informed of your health status. Just like everyone else, you have the right to make decisions about your medical treatment and participate in the development of your care plan.

If you believe your nursing home rights have been violated, the attorneys at Reed Law Offices in Omaha, NE, have the specialized skills to evaluate your case and help you collect compensation for any damages. Visit their website to learn more about their nursing home abuse services, or call (402) 933-0588 to discuss your case with a lawyer. You can also visit them on Facebook for up-to-date information.