Does a person have to agree in order to go into assisted living?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Technically, they are not legally allowed to release him into an unsafe environment. But in reality they do it all the time. So it all depends on what the discharge planner does.

It helps to put all your concerns in writing so there is documentation. Might make them less willing to risk release. There is a duty to protect the caregiver too and if it's unsafe and dangerous for caregiver that needs to be emphasized.