Terms and Conditions
Standard policy for clients, care sponsors, and families during onboarding to ensure consistent, compassionate, and high-quality care.
CYONA MEDICARE
CLIENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES POLICY
This is a professional Client Rights and Responsibilities document that is being adopted by Cyona Medicare and shared with all clients and their families during onboarding to ensure consistent delivery of the best quality of care. This document outlines the rights and responsibilities of all clients receiving care services from Cyona Medicare. At Cyona Medicare, we are committed to providing safe, respectful, compassionate, and person-centered care while promoting mutual respect and cooperation between clients, families, and caregivers.
CLIENT RIGHTS
As a beneficiary of our caregiving services, every client has the right to:
1. Respect and Dignity
- i.Be treated with courtesy, respect, kindness, and dignity at all times.
- ii.Receive care that recognizes personal values, beliefs, culture, religion, and preferences.
- iii.Be free from discrimination based on age, gender, race, religion, disability, marital status, or socioeconomic status.
2. Quality and Safe Care
- i.Receive safe, competent, and professional care from qualified caregivers.
- ii.Receive services according to the agreed care plan.
- iii.Expect caregivers to adhere to professional standards and Cyona policies.
- iv.Be protected from abuse, neglect, exploitation, harassment, or mistreatment of any kind.
3. Privacy and Confidentiality
- i.Have personal information and medical records kept confidential.
- ii.Expect caregivers to maintain privacy during personal care activities.
- iii.Authorize or refuse the sharing of personal information except where required by law.
4. Participation in Care Decisions
- i.Participate actively in planning, reviewing, and modifying care services.
- ii.Receive clear explanations regarding services being provided.
- iii.Accept or refuse care services within the limits of safety and legal requirements.
- iv.Designate a family member or representative to participate in care decisions when desired.
5. Information and Communication
- i.Receive accurate information regarding Cyona services, fees, policies, and procedures.
- ii.Be informed of any changes in caregivers, schedules, or service arrangements.
- iii.Communicate concerns, preferences, and expectations freely without fear of retaliation.
6. Choice and Autonomy
- i.Make personal decisions regarding daily activities, routines, and lifestyle choices.
- ii.Be involved in selecting care goals and priorities.
- iii.Request a change of caregiver through established Cyona procedures (via contact details) as specified in item № 8 of the care recipient’s care plan.
7. Complaint and Grievance Rights
- i.Voice complaints, concerns, or suggestions regarding services received.
- ii.Have complaints investigated promptly and fairly.
- iii.Receive feedback regarding actions taken to address reported concerns.
- iv.Be free from discrimination or reduced service quality as a result of making complaints.
8. Financial Transparency
- i.Receive clear information regarding service charges and payment procedures.
- ii.Obtain receipts and records of payments made.
- iii.Be informed in advance of any changes in service fees.
9. Continuity of Care
- i.Receive services according to the agreed schedule whenever possible.
- ii.Be informed when caregiver replacement or alternative arrangements are necessary.
- iii.Expect reasonable efforts from Cyona to ensure uninterrupted care.
CLIENT RESPONSIBILITIES
To facilitate safe and effective service delivery, clients and their representatives are expected to:
1. Provide Accurate Information
- i.Provide complete and accurate health, medical, and personal information necessary for care delivery.
- ii.Inform Cyona promptly of any changes in health status, medications, or living arrangements.
2. Participate in Care Planning
- i.Cooperate with caregivers and Cyona staff in developing and implementing care plans.
- ii.Communicate care preferences, expectations, and concerns clearly.
3. Maintain a Safe Environment
- i.Provide a safe and secure environment for caregivers to perform their duties.
- ii.Report hazards or risks that may affect care delivery.
- iii.Ensure that pets, equipment, and household conditions do not endanger caregivers.
4. Treat Staff with Respect
- i.Treat caregivers, Cyona staff, and other clients with courtesy and respect.
- ii.Refrain from verbal abuse, harassment, discrimination, intimidation, or physical aggression toward staff.
5. Follow Agreed Service Arrangements
- i.Be available during scheduled service visits.
- ii.Provide adequate notice for cancellations, schedule changes, or temporary suspension of services.
- iii.Adhere to Cyona policies regarding service delivery.
6. Financial Responsibility
- i.Pay agreed service fees promptly according to contractual arrangements.
- ii.Care sponsors are expected to complete service fee payment renewal within three(3) days to the expiration of previous service fee.
- iii.If there are challenges that might impede renewal of service, this should be communicated earlier and a window period of three(3) days will be allowed after which renewal of service must be completed.
- iv.Failure to complete renewal of service within the stipulated window period without proper communication will lead to withdrawal of Cyona service.
7. Protect Cyona Personnel
- i.Avoid requesting caregivers to perform duties outside their training, competence, or approved care plan.
- ii.Respect professional boundaries between caregivers and clients.
8. Report Concerns Promptly
- i.Notify Cyona of concerns regarding care quality, caregiver conduct, or service delivery.
- ii.Participate constructively in resolving identified issues.
CLIENT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Official confirmation and onboarding acceptance agreement.