Can residents in a CILA have guests?

Residents in a Community Integrated Living Arrangement (CILA) are indeed allowed to have visitors, but this is contingent upon there being no specific restrictions documented in their individual support plans or by the facility's policies. This flexibility recognizes the importance of social interactions and maintaining personal relationships for residents, which are vital for their emotional well-being and community integration.

The presence of documented restrictions acknowledges that there may be specific circumstances or considerations surrounding certain residents, such as safety concerns or personal preferences, that necessitate limitations on visitation. This approach supports the individual rights of residents while also ensuring a safe and supportive environment.

In contrast to the other options: suggesting that residents cannot have visitors at all ignores the primary focus of CILA on community and support. Limiting visits strictly to immediate family members does not embrace the broader definition of community support. Likewise, restricting visits only to weekends is unnecessarily limiting and does not account for the diverse schedules and needs of both residents and their visitors.