SF1136

Allows residents of long-term care facilities to designate a support person for comfort.

Establishes the right for residents of long-term care facilities to designate a support person to provide comfort. Facilities must allow at least one designated support person to be present, defined as a spouse, partner, family member, or other related person. Facilities may restrict or prohibit a support person if necessary for care standards or if the person acts violently. Residents can file complaints if their support person is restricted. Certified doulas and traditional midwives do not count toward the limit of one designated support person.