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===Beyond the Big Four - the Supporting Cast===

Together the four statutory and regulatory components of the law provide the general framework for the operators of the facilities, setting out their general responsibilities, and the licensing framework, and minimum standards for operation.

There are several other important pieces of legislation relevant to the rights of seniors in residential care facilities, and the responsibilities of others for the care of seniors.  For example, the Mental Health Act can have important implications for prospective residents who are viewed as mentally incapable.([[{{PAGENAME}}#References|1]])