CT SB00453

Repeal and replacement of section 19a-535a of general statutes effective October 1, 2022, establishing procedures for residential care home transfers and discharges.

Facilities may only transfer or discharge residents when necessary to meet welfare needs, health has improved sufficiently, health or safety of facility is endangered, resident fails to pay after notice, or facility ceases operation.

Involuntary transfers or discharges require written notice at least 30 days prior to the proposed date, including reason, effective date, appeal rights, and contact information for the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman and Connecticut protection and advocacy system.

Residents or their representatives may appeal transfers or discharges to the Commissioner of Public Health within 10 days of notice; the commissioner must hold a hearing within 7 business days and issue a decision within 20 days of hearing closure.

Facilities may request immediate emergency transfers or discharges by sworn affidavit; the commissioner may issue a temporary order pending a hearing, with final decision required within 20 days; residents may appeal commissioner decisions to Superior Court as a privileged case.