CT HB05358

Establishes a Bill of Rights for continuing-care retirement community residents, effective October 1, 2015, granting rights to voice in decisions affecting health and finances, financial transparency about providers, timely notification of ownership changes and facility developments, independence in medical care decisions, and reasonable disability accommodations.

Requires providers to establish communication processes including resident councils, allow residents to serve as voting board members, and conduct resident satisfaction surveys at least every two years with results posted at facilities.

Prohibits providers from preventing residents from obtaining treatment from non-affiliated healthcare providers, refusing medications and treatments, or participating in decisions about moves to assisted living or skilled nursing facilities.

Updates disclosure requirements for providers, including financial statements, pro forma cash flow projections for three years, current rate schedules, and facility construction/renovation plans; residents must receive updated disclosures 10-60 days before contract execution and occupancy.

Requires advance written notice (30-120 days depending on type) to residents of fee increases, major construction projects, ownership changes, and financial condition changes; strengthens escrow protections for entrance fees and establishes reserve fund requirements for ongoing facility operations.