16 Del. Admin. Code § 3360-11.0

Current through Register Vol. 28, No. 3, September 1, 2024

Section 3360-11.0 - Rights Of Participants

11.1 Each participant shall be treated as an adult, with respect and dignity.

11.2 Each participant shall have the right to participate in a program of services and activities which promotes positive attitudes regarding one's usefulness and capabilities.

11.3 Each participant shall have the right to participate in a program of services designed to encourage learning, growth and awareness of constructive ways to develop one's interests and talents.

11.4 Each participant shall have the right to be encouraged and supported in maintaining one's independence to the extent that conditions and circumstances permit, and to be involved in a program of services designed to promote personal independence.

11.5 Each participant shall have the right to self-determination and choice within the adult day care setting, including the opportunity to:

11.5.1 Participate in developing one's plan for services;

11.5.2 Decide whether or not to participate in any given activity; and

11.5.3 Be involved, to the greatest extent possible, in program planning and operation.

11.6 Each participant shall have the right to privacy and confidentiality.

11.7 Each participant shall have the right to be protected from abuse, neglect, mistreatment, financial exploitation, solicitation and harassment.

11.8 Each participant shall have the right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal.

11.9 Each participant shall have the right to be free from physical and chemical restraints. When a restraint becomes necessary, the facility must comply with federal law 42 CFR 482.13 and 42 CFR 483.13 and state law (16 Del.C. § 1121).

11.10 Each participant shall have the right to be fully informed, as evidenced by the participant's written acknowledgment of these rights, and of all rules and regulations regarding participant conduct and responsibilities.

11.11 Each participant shall have the right to be fully informed, at the time of acceptance into the program, of services and activities available and related charges.

16 Del. Admin. Code § 3360-11.0

25 DE Reg. 776( 2/1/2022) (Final)