What are the visiting rules for nursing homes?

All nursing homes and residential services now must have a written visitor policy.

It must explain:

✅ Normal visiting times

✅ How to visit during outbreaks, epidemics, or pandemics 😷

The person in charge of the policy must make sure:

• Visits aren’t restricted unless it’s impractical, there is a risk to a resident, or the resident has asked for restrictions on visitors
• Restrictions are in place for the shortest time possible
• During restrictions, residents should get help to stay connected with loved ones

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