ARF Resident Rights Flashcards
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What right do ARF residents have regarding participation in their own service plan?
Answer: The right to participate in developing and reviewing their service plan
Residents have the right to actively participate in developing and reviewing their own service plan.
An ARF resident wants to manage their own money. What must the facility do?
Answer: Support the resident's right to manage their own finances unless a legal restriction exists
ARF residents have the right to manage their own finances; the facility may only restrict this if there is a legal guardianship or conservatorship in place.
Which of the following describes the correct process when an ARF resident files a grievance?
Answer: The facility must have a written grievance procedure and respond in a timely manner
ARFs must have a written grievance procedure and must respond to resident grievances in a timely manner regardless of how they are submitted.
Under ARF regulations, residents have the right to communicate privately with:
Answer: Ombudsmen, advocates, attorneys, and public officials
ARF residents have the right to private communication with ombudsmen, advocates, legal counsel, and public officials.
What must an ARF do if a resident's rights are violated by a staff member?
Answer: Investigate the violation, take corrective action, and report to DSS if required
The facility must investigate any rights violation, take corrective action against the responsible staff member, and report to DSS when required by regulation.
Do ARF residents have the right to refuse treatment or services?
Answer: Yes, competent residents have the right to refuse services
Competent ARF residents have the right to refuse services and treatments; this right is protected under California Community Care regulations.