Question:

What do I do if the home requires a contract?

read the fine print

If the nursing home requires a contract, then read it carefully. Show it to your lawyer.
Some homes reserve the right to discharge patients whose condition has deteriorated, even if a lump-sum payment was made upon admittance.
It's best to have an agreement that allows payment by the month or permits refunds on advance payment if circumstances change.

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