Oregon Long-Term Care Facilities Permitted To Offer Outdoor Visitation With Safeguards

Oregon’s licensed long-term care provider organizations may begin providing limited outdoor visitation for residents if the facility develops a plan to adhere to required safeguards to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Following the safety prerequisites, including health screenings, face coverings, physical distancing, and limits on the number of visitors, is mandatory as Oregon continues to experience an increase in outbreaks at long-term care facilities.

The Department of Human Services outdoor visitation policy applies to all facilities licensed by the Office of Aging and People with Disabilities including nursing, assisted living, residential and memory care facilities as . . .