Family Councils
The primary purpose of a family council is for families, as a group,
to influence the quality of care for the residents. They also offer a
forum to enhance communications with the facility staff and offer peer
support for the relatives and friends of residents.By presenting a united
voice with mutual goals and concerns, members need not fear being isolated
and threatened, and they can address the problems of all residents,
rather than a few. Please follow the links below for more detailed information:
You can also download a printable version* of our booklet, "Organizing
Family Councils in Long Term Care Facilities" which has a
sample letter to the administrator, minutes, and recommendations form,
as well as the information included in the above links.
*To download printable versions (PDF format), you'll
need a copy of Acrobat Reader, which you can download for free here.
For an overview of Family Councils, please see CANHR's
Family Council Factsheet.
Video
Family Councils: Making a Difference
Showing how families can create change at nursing care
facilities, this is a great resource for family members, long term care
ombudsmen, and anyone interested in improved nursing care. Now available
for purchase.
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