Welcome to Friends of Residents in Long Term Care
Friends of Residents in Long Term Care is the only independent, non-profit (501C3), non-partisan advocacy organization in North Carolina whose mission is to advance the quality of long-term care. We help residents get the quality care they deserve, as well as their family caregivers who want to ensure that their loved ones are under the best care and supervision.We serve as the consumer voice for families, caregivers, and residents in skilled nursing homes and assisted living communities.
Friends of REsidents (FOR) can help you
Determine: What Level of Care is Right for You?
Provide: Tips for Choosing a LTC Facility
Understand: The Faces of Long Term Care
Establish and Support: Resident Councils at your facility
Understand your rights: Residents’ Rights
LTC Resident Rights 1
LTC Resident Rights 2
Seek Help: Preventing and Resolving Problems
Find more resources on our Resources Page and Long Term Care Page.