(1) Be treated as an adult, with respect and dignity.
(2) Be informed of all resident rights and all house rules.
(3) Be encouraged and assisted to exercise legal rights, including the right to vote.
(4) Be informed of the resident’s medical condition and the right to consent to or refuse treatment.
(5) Receive appropriate care and services, and prompt medical care as needed.
(6) A safe and secure environment.
(7) Be free from mental and physical abuse.
(8) Be free from chemical or physical restraints except as ordered by a physician or other qualified practitioner.
(9) Complete privacy when receiving treatment or personal care.
(10) Associate and communicate privately with any person the resident chooses.
(11) Send and receive personal mail unopened.
(12) Participate in activities of social, religious and community groups.
(13) Have medical and personal information kept confidential.
(14) Keep and use a reasonable amount of personal clothing and belongings, and to have a reasonable amount of private, secure storage space.
(15) Manage the resident’s own money and financial affairs unless legally restricted.
(16) Be free from financial exploitation. The provider may not charge or ask for application fees or nonrefundable deposits and may not solicit, accept or receive money or property from a resident other than the amount agreed to for services.
(17) A written agreement regarding the services to be provided and the rate schedule to be charged. The provider must give 30 days’ written notice before any change in the rates or the ownership of the home.
(18) Not to be transferred or moved out of the adult foster home without 30 days’ advance written notice and an opportunity for a hearing. A provider may transfer or discharge a resident only for medical reasons including a medical emergency described in ORS 443.738 (11)(b), or for the welfare of the resident or other residents, or for nonpayment.
(19) Be free of discrimination in regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.
(20) Make suggestions and complaints without fear of retaliation. [1991 c.960 §11; 1995 c.667 §12; 2003 c.14 §261; 2007 c.100 §27]
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