California § 1599.75 - When referring to a resident

Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 1599.75 — When referring to a resident, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 1599.75. When referring to a resident

(a) When referring to a resident’s obligation to observe facility rules, the contract of admission shall indicate that the rules must be reasonable, and that there is a facility procedure for suggesting changes in the rules. (b) The contract of admission shall specify that a copy of the facility grievance procedure, for resolution of resident complaints about facility practices, is available. (c) The agreement shall also inform residents of their right to contact the State Department of Public Health or the long-term care ombudsman, or both, regarding grievances against the facility. (d) The facility’s grievance form shall include contact information for the local long-term care ombudsman and the State Department of Public Health, and instructions on how to file a grievance with both entities.

Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About California § 1599.75

What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 1599.75 cover?

Section 1599.75 ("When referring to a resident") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

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