The facility must permit the formation of a residents’ council by interested residents, provide space for meetings, and provide assistance in attending meetings to those residents who require it. The facility may not compel attendance at or participation in residents’ council meetings.
History. Code 1933, § 88-1920B, enacted by Ga. L. 1981, p. 149, § 1.
Structure Georgia Code
Chapter 8 - Care and Protection of Indigent and Elderly Patients
Article 5 - Bill of Rights for Residents of Long-Term Care Facilities
§ 31-8-101. Legislative Intent
§ 31-8-103. Rights of Residents Generally
§ 31-8-104. Explanation of Rights; Acknowledgment of Explanation; Posting of Rights at Facilities
§ 31-8-105. Giving Certain Notices to Persons Who Became Residents Before July 1, 1981
§ 31-8-109. Use or Threat of Physical Restraints, Isolation, or Restrictions on Mobility
§ 31-8-120. Visitors; Right of Access
§ 31-8-123. Use of State or Community Ombudsman to Resolve Residents’ Complaints