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Residents Bill
Of Rights
The formation of residents’ rights afforded to all persons living
in long-term care homes, began in the early 1950’s and grew to 27 distinct
rights. The Ontario Residents’ Bill of Rights is embedded in our
provincial legislation, Fixing Long-Term Care Act
(FLTCA), 2021, and accompanying
Regulations (O. Reg. 246/22)
All long-term care homes in Ontario (including those formerly
known as nursing homes, municipal homes for the aged, and charitable homes) are
governed by the Fixing
Long-Term Care Act.
The requirements in the LTCHA ensure that
residents of these homes receive safe, consistent, and high-quality
resident-centered care in settings where residents feel at home, are treated
with respect, and have the supports and services they need for their health and
well-being.
Residents’ Councils review and promote the Residents’ Bill of
Rights. The following resources are some of the supports available to
provide a deeper understanding of the rights.