Elder laws
 

My question is if an elderly person enters into a contract, then has to move into a assisted living type facility, are they liable for the remainder of the contract?

Welcome to the Cellar, carolmillet1. :D

I'd like to know the answer to that also.

Typically speaking, yes as long as they were of sound mind when they originally signed the paperwork. Of course, anyone can pretty much get out of anything nowadays.

You probably want to talk to an attorney about that one, rather than soliciting advice from a bunch of wiseacres on the internet.

The answer may change depending on the specific conditions involved, as well as the jurisdiction. Since you're talking about an assisted living setting rather than a higher level of care, competency to enter into a contract is probably not an issue, but one never knows.

Again, consult an attorney.

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Are they by chance living in that start-up assisted living facility in florida? I don't know the law, but I know where they can get some good hotdogs.

Where are you located? Are you the elderly person?

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Hi Carol, welcome, I have no legal knowledge, and can't think of any wisecracks, so, uhh, hi.

Follow wolf's advice to consult an attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, contact the National Long Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center. While your concern is not their main focus, they may have fielded your question before and be able to provide direction. You can also contact the administrative law division of your state's health department for rudimentary guidance on any protections offered in your state.