An Act to ensure resident safety within assisted living facilities
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to establish regulations for assisted living facilities in Massachusetts to improve resident safety. It aims to ensure that these facilities have appropriate safeguards and procedures in place to protect residents. The legislation focuses on the promulgation of regulations designed to enhance the well-being of individuals living in assisted living settings. The bill was referred to the Senate Committee on Elder Affairs and subsequently the Senate Ways and Means committee.
Key provisions
- Establishment of regulations for assisted living facilities.
- Focus on resident safety within these facilities.
- Implementation of appropriate safeguards and procedures.
- Potential for the Department of Public Health to oversee assisted living facilities.
Who is affected
- Assisted living facility residents
- Residents of assisted living facilities
- Assisted living facilities
- Families of assisted living residents
- Massachusetts Department of Public Health
Notable changes
- The bill proposes the creation of new regulations for assisted living facilities.
- It may involve oversight by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.
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