An Act improving oversight in long-term care facilities
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to increase oversight of long-term care facilities in Massachusetts by requiring the use of monitoring devices in resident rooms. The bill seeks to ensure residents’ privacy and safety by regulating the implementation and use of these devices. It directs the facilities to implement policies and procedures regarding the use of these devices, and to report on their effectiveness. The bill also mandates a study on the impact of these devices on residents.
Key provisions
- Requires long-term care facilities to use monitoring devices in resident rooms.
- Directs facilities to establish policies and procedures for device use.
- Mandates reporting on the effectiveness of monitoring devices.
- Calls for a study on the impact of monitoring devices on residents.
Who is affected
- Long-term care facilities
- Residents of long-term care facilities
- Families of residents in long-term care facilities
- Massachusetts
Notable changes
- Introduces regulations regarding the use of monitoring devices in resident rooms.
- Requires facilities to report on device implementation and effectiveness.
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