Did you know residents in long-term care have the right to refuse care?

That includes medications, treatments, and services. Informed consent isn’t optional. It’s a right.

#RISLTCOP #ResidentsRightsMonth #ConsentMatters #ElderAutonomy #RhodeIslandAdvocacy

Resident councils give long-term care communities a voice.

From suggesting new activities to raising concerns, they create space for collaboration and empowerment.

If your facility has one, get involved.

#RISLTCOP #ResidentLeadership #ResidentCouncils #CommunityInCare #RhodeIslandAdvocacy

A care plan is more than a checklist; it's a reflection of a resident's needs, preferences, and goals.

Residents have the right to attend and contribute to their own care meetings.

Ask questions. Speak up. Be involved.

#RISLTCOP #ResidentVoice #CarePlanning #EmpoweredInCare #RhodeIslandAdvocacy

Morning coffee. Afternoon walks. Quiet time with music. These daily rhythms give life structure and joy.

Protecting routine is part of protecting dignity.

#RISLTCOP #RespectRoutine #ResidentQualityOfLife #LTCWellbeing #RhodeIslandAdvocacy

Sometimes, the most powerful thing we can do is simply listen. When residents feel heard, their well-being improves. Let’s continue to create spaces—formal or informal—where concerns are welcomed, not avoided.

#RISLTCOP #ActiveListening #ResidentRights #EmpathyInCare #RhodeIslandAdvocacy