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Resident Council
Believe it or not, there is no federal requirement to have a resident council. Usually the language and requirements for a resident council fall under state regulations. Federal guidelines do state that residents and families have the right to organize at Tags F243/F244 Participation in resident and family groups and that the facility’s responsibilities are to:
• Ensure the right to organize/participate in resident groups
• Ensure the right to meet with families of other residents
• Provide resident/family groups with private space
• Allow staff or visitors to attend at the group’s invitation
• Designate staff responsible for assistance/response
• Listen to views and act upon grievances and recommendations concerning proposed policy and operational decisions affecting resident care and life in the facility
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