Nursing Home Bill of Rights

Established by the federal Nursing Home Reform Act of 1987, the resident's bill of rights includes: the right to be informed of care; the right to refuse treatment; the right to privacy; freedom from physical or chemical restraint used for staff convenience; the right to manage personal funds; and the right to voice grievances without retaliation.

Every state also runs a Long-Term Care Ombudsman program where residents and families can report concerns.