Navigating the System

Can a Person Sign Themselves Out of a Nursing Home? What Families Need to Know

Can a person sign themselves out of a nursing home? The answer depends on capacity and legal authority. Here is what the law says and what families can do.

Navigating the System

Unsafe Hospital Discharge: What It Is, Your Rights, and What to Do

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An unsafe hospital discharge happens more than families realize. Here is how to recognize an unsafe hospital discharge and exactly what to say when you do.

Navigating the System

Can You Refuse a Hospital Discharge? Yes — Here’s What to Do

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Can you refuse a hospital discharge? Yes. Here is exactly what to say and what to do before your parent leaves the building.