You have specific rights while you are a resident at a nursing or rest home. Making sure your rights are being upheld is important. To review these rights, you can locate them on Mass.gov. Click here to review your rights.
If you feel you need assistance while in a nursing facility, you have access to an Ombudsman that can help you. The ombudsman will help you navigate through concerns within Community Care and Long-Term Care settings.
To locate the Ombudsman at your facility please check with the social worker at your facility or review the information on Mass.gov – Click here
Disclaimer: This resource comes as a courtesy from ASNCM. You are hereby notified that Aging Services of North Central Massachusetts does not recommend, guarantee, or assume liability for the performance or lack thereof, for any of the resources listed. Compiled by the Information & Referral at Aging Services of North Central Massachusetts. (Updated annually 10/2024)