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Terms of Use

Last Updated: August 9, 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the ElderFacts website ("Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you disagree with any part of these terms, please do not use this Site.

2. Nature of Information Provided

ElderFacts turns the federal nursing-home record, public data published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and related sources, into readable, dated, source-linked research pages, professional workups, and a free public lookup. The content on this Site is provided for informational and research purposes only and is not intended as professional advice.

Disclaimer of Professional Advice:

  • Not Medical/Legal/Financial Advice: Information provided on ElderFacts does not constitute medical, legal, financial, or caregiving advice, and using the Site does not create any professional relationship.
  • Consult Professionals: Always seek the advice of qualified professionals before making decisions regarding health, law, or finances.
  • Verification: Public records and programs change frequently. You should independently verify all information against official sources (e.g., Medicare.gov, data.cms.gov, the relevant state survey agency) before relying on it.
  • Not Self-Authenticating Evidence: ElderFacts pages and exports are citation-ready working references, not self-authenticating evidence. The authoritative record is the certified document issued by the relevant government agency (for example, the certified CMS Form 2567 from the state survey agency). Independently verify figures and obtain certified copies before relying on them in any legal proceeding or public statement.

3. Data Accuracy and Reliability

We strive to provide accurate information; however, we make no representations or warranties of any kind regarding the completeness, accuracy, reliability, or fitness for a particular purpose.

"AS IS" BASIS: ALL DATA AND INFORMATION PROVIDED ON ELDERFACTS ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "BEST EFFORT" BASIS. WE MAKE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, REGARDING THE ACCURACY, TIMELINESS, OR COMPLETENESS OF THIS INFORMATION.
"BEST EFFORT" COMMITMENT: We make reasonable efforts to keep information current. However, we are not obligated to update information in real time, and we make no guarantee that any specific data point will remain valid indefinitely.

Limitation of Liability: To the fullest extent permitted by law, ElderFacts and its operators shall not be liable for any damages resulting from the use of, or reliance on, the information contained on this Site. This includes direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of errors, omissions, or delays.

4. No Warranty

ElderFacts does not warrant that:

  • The Site will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free.
  • The information on the Site is free from viruses or other harmful components.
  • Your use of the Site will produce specific results or outcomes.

5. Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., government portals). We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of any linked sites. You access third-party sites at your own risk.

6. User Conduct

You agree not to:

  • Use the Site for any unlawful purpose.
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site or its databases.
  • Scrape, crawl, or harvest data from the Site without permission.
  • Submit false or misleading information through contact forms.

7. Intellectual Property

The underlying government datasets referenced on the Site are public records. ElderFacts's selection, computation, presentation, analytics, and written content (text, graphics, logos) are the proprietary work product of ElderFacts or its licensors and are protected by law. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works of ElderFacts work product without express written permission, except for personal, non-commercial use.

8. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

9. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of Illinois.

10. Contact Information

For questions regarding these Terms, please contact us at: privacy@elderfacts.com.