Marijuana for medicinal use is legal in 29 states and the District of Columbia – however, on a federal level marijuana is illegal, and is listed as a Schedule 1 controlled substance by the U.S Drug Enforcement Administration. Such federal preemptive and state exception issues make this an operational problem for senior living. Additionally, psychopharmacological effects associated with marijuana use can present risk management issues to communities. Policies around storage, administration, usage areas, care planning, and communication are vital in balancing resident rights against potential risks to your staff and business. This session will provide a roadmap for navigating the cannabis conundrum.
Panelists:
Zachary J. Palace, MD, CMD, FACP, Medical Director, Hebrew Home at Riverdale
Brittany Pape, Vice President of Compliance & Counsel, Senior Lifestyle
Moderator:
Steve Levy, Executive Vice President and General Counsel, Senior Lifestyle
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