Attention all ARF and RCFE Operators:
A crucial legislative challenge is on the horizon, and your presence is needed more than ever. Join us on April 23 at the 6Beds Advocacy Day to voice your opposition to SB 1406—a bill that could significantly constrain the operations of residential care facilities for the elderly (RCFEs).
SB 1406 proposes to limit annual fee increases to 5% plus the consumer price index, with potential additional adjustments for labor costs. While it includes exemptions for changes in levels of care, it also grants residents the right to refuse services, a stipulation that could pose serious safety risks not only to the individual resident but also to others within the facility.
6Beds is taking a firm stand against this bill because it fails to recognize the dynamic cost factors RCFEs face—expenses like labor costs, insurance costs, supplies that often escalate beyond the standard CPI. The proposed rent-control-like model is not viable for our industry, where the costs of care are inherently unpredictable and can rise sharply.
Here’s how you can help:
- Register for 6Beds Advocacy Day: Your participation is vital. By joining us, you ensure our community’s concerns are robustly represented and heard.
- Learn About the Bill: Understand the full implications of SB 1406 and why it’s essential to oppose it. We’ll provide all the necessary information and talking points.
- Voice Your Opposition: On Advocacy Day, you will have the opportunity to speak out against the bill, share your experiences, and explain how such regulations could impact the quality of care and operational viability of RCFEs.
This is more than just a meeting—it’s a chance to safeguard the future of elderly care in our community. We need every voice, every story, and every advocate to join forces to oppose SB 1406 effectively.
Your action can drive change. Stand with us at 6Beds Advocacy Day and ensure our industry remains capable of providing the highest standard of care without undue constraints. Let’s unite and oppose SB 1406 together.