Bill of Rights in Minnesota Assisted Living: 2026 Guide
If you’re considering assisted living in Minnesota for yourself or a loved one, you need to know about the Minnesota Bill of Rights for Assisted Living Residents. This law protects residents and ensures quality care across all licensed facilities.
At 1 on 1 Comprehensive Healthcare Solution, we believe informed families make better decisions. Here’s what you need to know about your rights. Below is a link to your bill or right and we also provide clear explanations of your rights on this page. Contact us now at 763-299-0025 for free consultation if you think your rights are violated.
Why These Rights Matter
Minnesota law requires every assisted living facility to provide residents with a written copy of their rights before services begin. These aren’t just suggestions—they’re legal protections. Facilities that violate these rights face fines and licensing actions. Minnesota Department of Health licenses all assisted living facilities in Minnesota, call them immediately if you have concerns.
Key point: You should receive this information in plain language you can understand, and in your preferred language if English isn’t your first language.
Your Most Important Rights in Assisted Living
1. Right to Appropriate Care
You have the right to receive care that meets your specific needs based on an up-to-date service plan. Staff must be properly trained, competent, and available in sufficient numbers.
What this means: If your care plan says you need help with bathing twice daily, the facility must provide that—not just when they’re available.
2. Right to Refuse Care
You can refuse any care or service. The facility must explain the consequences, but the choice is yours.
What this means: You’re not forced to accept treatments or services you don’t want.
3. Right to Participate in Your Care Plan
You have the right to be involved in planning, changing, and evaluating your care. You can include family members, legal representatives, or anyone you choose in these discussions.
What this means: No decisions about your care happen without your input.
Your Privacy and Personal Freedom Rights
Visitors and Designated Support Person
You can have visitors anytime. You also have the right to choose at least one designated support person who can be with you whenever you want—whether that’s a spouse, family member, or friend.
Important: Facilities can only restrict visitors if they’re violent, threatening, or essentially living at the facility.
Privacy in Your Living Space
- Staff must knock and get permission before entering your room (except emergencies)
- You have the right to a lockable door
- Your medical records and personal information stay confidential
- You can make and receive phone calls privately
Freedom to Come and Go
You can leave and return to the facility as you choose. This can only be restricted if it’s documented in your service plan for health and safety reasons.
Rights That Protect Your Independence
You have the right to:
- Set your own daily schedule
- Choose who you interact with
- Control your personal money and resources
- Furnish and decorate your room (within contract terms)
- Choose your roommate if sharing a unit
- Access food anytime (unless restricted for medical reasons in your service plan)
- Access Internet service at your expense
- Participate in community, religious, and social activities
Minnesota law protects you from:
- Physical, sexual, and emotional abuse
- Neglect
- Financial exploitation
- All forms of maltreatment under the Vulnerable Adults Act
If you suspect abuse: Contact the Minnesota Adult Abuse Reporting Center (MAARC) at 1-844-880-1574.
Your Right to Speak Up
Filing Complaints
You have the right to make complaints without fear of retaliation. Every facility must:
- Tell you how to file complaints
- Provide the name and contact info of the person who handles complaints
- Respond to your complaints promptly
Who to Contact:
For suspected abuse or neglect:
- Minnesota Adult Abuse Reporting Center: 1-844-880-1574
For facility complaints:
- Minnesota Department of Health, Office of Health Facility Complaints: 1-800-369-7994
For advocacy help:
- Office of Ombudsman for Long-Term Care: 1-800-657-3591
Financial Rights and Transparency
Before you receive services, the facility must tell you:
- All charges for housing and assisted living services
- What your insurance or public programs will cover
- What you’ll be responsible for paying
- What services are available and any limits
- That you can purchase services from other providers if you choose
No surprises: You should know exactly what you’re paying for before you sign anything.
Resident and Family Councils
You have the right to:
- Organize and participate in resident councils
- Participate in family councils
- Meet with other residents and families to discuss facility issues
These councils give residents and families a voice in how the facility operates.
What Facilities Cannot Do
Minnesota law is clear:
- Facilities cannot ask you to give up these rights
- They cannot require you to waive rights as a condition of admission
- They cannot retaliate against you for filing complaints
- They cannot restrict your rights without documenting health and safety reasons in your service plan
How 1on1 Comprehensive Healthcare Honors Your Rights
At 1 on 1 Comprehensive Healthcare Solution, we don’t just meet Minnesota’s requirements—we exceed them.
Our commitment:
- We provide your Bill of Rights in writing before services begin
- We create personalized care plans with your input
- We respect your privacy, independence, and personal choices
- We maintain open communication with families
- We’re licensed by the Minnesota Department of Health
We serve families throughout:
- Hennepin County (Edina, Bloomington, Maple Grove, Brooklyn Park)
- Wright County (St. Michael)
- Anoka County (Spring Lake Park)
- Stearns County (St. Cloud)
Questions to Ask Before Choosing Assisted Living
When visiting assisted living facilities in Minnesota, ask:
- “Can I see a copy of the Minnesota Bill of Rights?”
- “How do you handle complaints?”
- “What’s your staff-to-resident ratio?”
- “Can I customize my care plan?”
- “How do you protect resident privacy?”
- “What happens if my needs change?”
The right facility will answer these questions clearly and confidently.
Get Help Understanding Your Rights
Choosing assisted living is a big decision. You deserve care that respects your dignity, independence, and personal choices.
Contact 1on1 Comprehensive Healthcare:
Call: 763-299-0025
Email: Admin@1on1comprehensivehealthcare.com
We offer free consultations to discuss your rights, answer your questions, and create a care plan that honors what matters most to you.
Serving Minnesota families in: Edina, Bloomington, Maple Grove, St. Michael, Brooklyn Park, Spring Lake Park, St. Cloud, and surrounding communities in Hennepin County, Wright County, Anoka County, and Stearns County.
About Us & Our Commitment to Your Rights
At 1 on 1 Comprehensive Healthcare Solution, we provide small, licensed assisted living and group homes designed to feel safe, respectful, and truly like home. Our care is led by a Doctor of Nurse Practice, with a focus on dignity, personalized support, and compassionate 24/7 care for individuals with complex medical and mental health needs.
We strongly uphold the Assisted Living Bill of Rights, ensuring every resident has the right to:
Be treated with dignity and respect
Receive quality, individualized care
Maintain privacy and confidentiality
Participate in decisions about their care
Live in a safe, abuse-free environment
Voice concerns without fear
Stay connected with family and loved ones
Your rights matter. Your voice matters. Your home should feel safe.
Contact us today by calling us at 763-299-0025 or filling our intake form.
Proudly Serving Minnesota at 4 Convenient Locations
1 on 1 Comprehensive Healthcare Solution, proudly operates 5 persons assisted living facilities strategically located throughout Minnesota. Our commitment to providing exceptional, personalized care is reflected in our thoughtfully designed environments, where residents can thrive in a supportive and nurturing atmosphere. Whether you or a loved one require assistance with daily activities or specialized healthcare services, our dedicated team is here to ensure a seamless transition and a high quality of life.
Office Locations Across Minnesota
Metro Headquarter/Corporate office
8525 Edenbrook Xing, Suite 3 Brooklyn Park, MN 55443
Phone: 763-299-0025
St Cloud office
501 W St Germain St, Second floor, St Cloud, MN 56301
