NYS CAREGIVER GUIDE CAREGIVERS HAVE RIGHTS. The right to be involved in decision-making, including hospital discharge planning and medical treatments. The right to be trained in how to provide necessary care. The right to learn about the person’s condition. The right to ask for help and set limits. Know Your Rights NYS CAREGIVER ADVISE, RECORD AND ENABLE (CARE) ACT The CARE Act requires that during a hospital stay, patients have the right to designate a caregiver who will help them after they are discharged. 18
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