Cases of Illinois nursing home neglect and abuse are on the rise. In Chicago, many nursing home abuse attorneys are advocates for these residents, working tirelessly to protect their rights and citizens of this country and as aging individuals.

When admitted to a nursing home, the facility must develop an individualized plan of care for each resident so each resident will attain or maintain the resident’s highest practicable physical, mental and psychosocial well being. This is referred to as a “comprehensive care plan” and is required by law.

42 CFR 483.20(k) requires that a comprehensive plan of care be developed within 7 days of the completion of the comprehensive assessment required upon admission into the facility. The care plan must be prepared by the attending physician, a registered nurse with responsibility for the resident and other appropriate staff in disciplines as determined by the resident’s needs. This safeguard is meant to avoid nursing home abuse and medical malpractice, but no single law or rule can prevent negligence.

If you have questions about the comprehensive care plan, contact an Illinois nursing home negligence lawyer today.

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