Nursing home contracts govern the rights and responsibilities of nursing homes and their residents and include many important provisions such as services, charges, cost of living increases, resident funds deposited, room assignments, Medicare and Medicaid requirements, move-out conditions, liability for injury or loss of personal property, consent to medical procedures, visitation hours, dispute resolution, and guarantee of payment of nursing home charges by a family member or other person.

In Arkansas, nursing home contracts are legal documents that outline the rights and responsibilities of both the nursing home and its residents. These contracts typically include details about the services provided, charges and fees, and how cost of living increases will be handled. They also cover the management of resident funds, room assignment policies, and the facility's policies regarding Medicare and Medicaid. Move-out conditions, such as notice periods and reasons for discharge, are specified. The contract should address the nursing home's liability for injuries or loss of personal property, and stipulate the conditions for consent to medical procedures. Visitation hours and policies are outlined to ensure residents can maintain contact with family and friends. Dispute resolution procedures are included to provide a mechanism for handling disagreements. Additionally, some contracts may contain a guarantee of payment clause, which requires a family member or another person to be financially responsible for the resident's charges. It's important for residents and their families to carefully review these contracts and understand their implications. Arkansas state statutes and federal laws, including the Nursing Home Reform Act, provide a regulatory framework that protects the rights of nursing home residents and ensures the provision of certain standards of care.