Skilled Nursing Facility Discharge

Summary

California skilled nursing facilities must follow Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations and the Patient Bill of Rights, ensuring proper discharge planning. They cannot discharge residents to homelessness. Agencies must adhere to the Homeless Coordinating and Financing Council guidelines and HUDs Continuum of Care Program. Facilities must accommodate needs under the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. MediCal may cover care and housing costs.

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I am currently in a skilled nursing facility in California. I do not have home to return to and will be homeless when discharged. I was told the facility can not discharge me to the streets. Is this correct
Hello ****. In California, skilled nursing facilities are legally required to have a proper discharge planning. They cannot leave you homeless. This is covered under:
- Title * of the California Code of Regulations, Section *.
- The Patient Bill of Rights, Section *.
- The Nursing Home Reform Act.
I have an agency if working on transitional housing who will advocate and protect my rights. They hope to place me in a stable but it could take * to 3 months
Hello ****. That's good news. In California, the agency must adhere to:
- The Homeless Coordinating and Financing Council guidelines.
- The HUD's Continuum of Care Program.
Please ensure they provide you with a safe and appropriate temporary placement until your permanent housing is ready.
.being legally disabled I will need assistance which is causing a delay
Hello ****, I understand your situation. Could you please specify what kind of assistance you require? This will help me to provide you with the most relevant legal information.
Cleaning cooling and bathing
Hello ****. In California, both the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Rehabilitation Act of * require facilities to accommodate your needs, which include cleaning, cooling, and bathing.
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Hello ****. It's important to ensure that the facility or agency providing your temporary housing adheres to the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Rehabilitation Act of *. They must accommodate your needs for cleaning, cooling, and bathing.
Ok. The agency said they cannot discharge until the housing is secured. Be it 1 month or *
Hello ****. That's correct. As per the California Code of Regulations, Section *, the facility cannot discharge you until proper housing is secured. They must provide you with appropriate care, including cleaning, cooling, and bathing during this period.
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Hello ****. If there's anything else you'd like to know, or any other way I can assist you, please let me know.
I have MediCal (Medicaid) which I believe will cover the costs
Hello ****. Yes, MediCal (Medicaid) in California should help cover the cost of your care and housing. Please ensure to check the specific MediCal policies pertaining to your situation.
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Hello ****. It's good to know that MediCal might cover your costs. Do you have any other questions or concerns about your legal rights or procedures?
No I think that is all. You supported everything they me. Thank you
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