As used in this chapter:
- (1) "Long-term care facility" means an intermediate care facility, nursing care facility, or residential care facility subject to regulation and licensure by the State Department of Health and Environmental Control (department).
- (2) "Resident" means a person who is receiving treatment or care in a long-term care facility.
- (3) "Representative" means a resident's legal guardian, committee, or next of kin or other person acting as agent of a resident who does not have a legally appointed guardian.
HISTORY: 1985 Act No. 118, Section 3.