HB 4785 An Act to Protect Vulnerable Adults

Spring 2006 HB 4785 An Act to Protect Vulnerable Adults This act amends the Illinois Nursing Home Care Act. It will require nursing homes to conduct background checks on incoming and current long-term care residents. After conducting a background check, if an resident or prospective resident is found to have a criminal record, a care plan will be created to ensure that the individual receives appropriate care that also protects fellow residents.  Any resident or prospective resident determined to pose a danger to other residents will be referred to the Illinois Department of Public Health, which would then conduct . . .