N.Y. Public Health Law § 4612: Residents' organizations

§ 4612. Residents' organizations. 1. Continuing care retirement

contract holders shall have the right of self-organization, the right to

be represented by one or more individuals of their own choosing, and the

right to engage in concerted activities for the purpose of keeping

informed of the operation of the community in which they live.

2. The board of directors, a designated representative, or other such

governing body of a continuing care retirement community shall meet at

least four times a year with residents' representatives and shall hold a

general meeting of all residents once a year for the purpose of

discussing subjects including, but not limited to, the financial

position of the community, the quality of social and health services at

the community, and any proposed changes in policies, programs or

services.