Essential Caregivers Act of 2025 ensures essential caregivers can visit residents in skilled nursing facilities during restricted visitation periods.

The Essential Caregivers Act of 2025 amends titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to mandate that skilled nursing facilities, nursing facilities, intermediate care facilities for the intellectually disabled, and inpatient rehabilitation facilities allow essential caregivers access during periods when regular visitation is restricted. Essential caregivers are designated by residents or their representatives and must follow facility safety protocols. Facilities may deny access for up to 14 days if caregivers violate protocols, but must provide written warnings and appeal options.

Essential Caregivers Act of 2025 ensures essential caregivers can visit residents in skilled nursing facilities during restricted visitation periods.

The Essential Caregivers Act of 2025 amends titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to mandate that skilled nursing facilities, nursing facilities, intermediate care facilities for the intellectually disabled, and inpatient rehabilitation facilities allow essential caregivers access during periods when regular visitation is restricted. Essential caregivers are designated by residents or their representatives and must follow facility safety protocols. Facilities may deny access for up to 14 days if caregivers violate protocols, but must provide written warnings and appeal options.