Senate Resolution No. urges the Louisiana Department of Health to enhance its nursing home directory by prominently displaying the Five-Star Quality Rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. This rating system is crucial for families seeking to place their loved ones in nursing homes, as it provides essential information regarding health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels. The resolution highlights the emotional and challenging process families face when selecting a nursing facility and emphasizes the need for reliable data to ensure the safety and well-being of vulnerable elderly individuals.

By making the Five-Star Quality Rating easily accessible on its website, the Louisiana Department of Health would empower families to make informed decisions about long-term care options. Additionally, this initiative could motivate nursing homes to maintain or improve their quality ratings, ultimately benefiting both residents and their families. The resolution calls for the transmission of this request to the secretary of the Louisiana Department of Health to facilitate the implementation of this important resource.