District of Columbia § 44-105.02 Self-determination, choice, independence, participation, and privacy.

District of Columbia Statutes

§ 44-105.02 — Self-determination, choice, independence, participation, and privacy.

District of Columbia § 44-105.02

Title 44Charitable and Curative Institutions.

Ch. 1Assisted Living Residence Regulation.

Subch. VResident’s Rights and Quality of Life.

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D.C. Code § 44-105.02 (2026).

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(a)A resident shall have the right to be treated at all times as follows:

(1)Courteously;

(2)Respectfully;

(3)With full recognition of personal dignity and individuality; and

(4)With assurance of privacy and the opportunity to act autonomously and share in the responsibility for decisions.

(b)A resident of an ALR shall have the right to live in an environment that:

(1)Maintains and enhances the resident’s dignity, independence, and respect in full recognition of his or her individuality and physical and mental capabilities;

(2)Is creatively designed to counter loneliness, depression, dependence, boredom, and designed to manage difficult behavior;

(3)Provides opportunities for socialization, social interaction, leisure activities, and spiritual and religi

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(a) A resident shall have the right to be treated at all times as follows:

(1) Courteously;

(2) Respectfully;

(3) With full recognition of personal dignity and individuality; and

(4) With assurance of privacy and the opportunity to act autonomously and share in the responsibility for decisions.

(b) A resident of an ALR shall have the right to live in an environment that:

(1) Maintains and enhances the resident’s dignity, independence, and respect in full recognition of his or her individuality and physical and mental capabilities;

(2) Is creatively designed to counter loneliness, depression, dependence, boredom, and designed to manage difficult behavior;

(3) Provides opportunities for socialization, social interaction, leisure activities, and spiritual and religious activities consistent with the preferences and background of the resident; and

(4) Facilitates participation by arranging for transportation and assisting with communication and social skills and other services.