California AB 2135: Unsafe Discharges and Transfers Put Elderly and Vulnerable Residents at Risk

By Justice For Our Parents

Los Angeles Elder Care Facilities

California AB 2135 focuses on improving transfer and discharge safeguards for residents in care facilities. The bill is still in the early stages—but the issue it addresses is critical for the elderly and the vulnerable.

Rushed or poorly coordinated discharges can put vulnerable residents at risk, especially when medical needs aren’t properly communicated or proactively planned.

Families should feel empowered to ask:
• “Why is this transfer happening?”
• “What is the care plan at the next location?”
• “Who is coordinating the transition?”

Clear answers matter—because safe transitions are part of safe care.

Contact Justice For Our Parents today to learn how we help families hold nursing homes and other long-term care facilities accountable:

• Call us on 562.982.4311.
• Connect with us on the website here.