N.Y. Public Health Law 4612 – Residents' organizations
§ 4612. Residents' organizations. 1. Continuing care retirement contract holders shall have the right of self-organization, the right to be represented by one or more individuals of their own choosing, and the right to engage in concerted activities for the purpose of keeping informed of the operation of the community in which they live.
Terms Used In N.Y. Public Health Law 4612
- community: shall mean a facility or facilities established to provide a comprehensive, cohesive living arrangement for the elderly, oriented to the enhancement of the quality of life and which, pursuant to a contract, at a minimum:
a. See N.Y. Public Health Law 4601 - Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.
2. The board of directors, a designated representative, or other such governing body of a continuing care retirement community shall meet at least four times a year with residents' representatives and shall hold a general meeting of all residents once a year for the purpose of discussing subjects including, but not limited to, the financial position of the community, the quality of social and health services at the community, and any proposed changes in policies, programs or services.