The following is for informational purposes only and should not be taken as legal advice. If you feel your rights or the rights of your loved one in long-term care have been violated seek professional legal advice on how to proceed.

Your Loved One’s Rights in Long-Term Care

Violation Remedies & How to Get Help

Coming Soon: Complete Violation Remedies Guide

Family advocating for nursing home resident rights with legal documents

This comprehensive guide on how to address violations of nursing home rights is currently being developed. We’re creating detailed, step-by-step guidance to help families take action when their loved one’s rights are violated.

Including:

  • Step-by-step complaint procedures – how to file formal complaints with state agencies
  • Documentation strategies – what evidence to gather and how to organize it
  • Timeline guidance – when to file complaints and appeal deadlines
  • Contact information – state ombudsmen, health departments, legal aid resources
  • Template letters – sample complaint and appeal letters you can customize
  • Rights violation checklists – quick reference guides for specific violations

Immediate Help Available

If you’re facing an urgent situation while this guide is being completed, these resources can help immediately:

Emergency Contacts

Immediate Action Steps

  1. Document everything – write down dates, times, staff names, what happened
  2. Take photos – if safe and appropriate, photograph evidence
  3. Request medical records – get copies of relevant medical documentation
  4. Contact ombudsman – they can advocate immediately on your behalf
  5. File state complaint – most states have 24-hour complaint hotlines
  6. Notify facility administration – give them a chance to address serious issues

Community Support

Connect with other families who have successfully navigated rights violations:

  • Join our community forum – share experiences and get advice from families who understand
  • Share your story – help other families learn from your experience
  • Get emotional support – advocacy can be stressful, and you don’t have to do it alone

Expected Completion

We expect to complete the Violation Remedies guide by June 13, 2025. This will be a comprehensive resource with specific guidance for each type of rights violation covered in our main guide pages.

Bookmark this page and check back soon for the complete violation remedies guide. In the meantime, don’t hesitate to use the immediate help resources above if you’re facing urgent situations.

Important: If your loved one is in immediate danger, call 911 first. Then contact your state ombudsman and health department to file formal complaints.