Minnesota SF2751 grants residents of long-term care facilities the right to a designated support person.

Minnesota SF2751 amends state statutes to ensure residents of long-term care facilities have the right to a designated support person. This person can be a spouse, partner, family member, or another person related by affinity chosen by the resident to provide comfort. Facilities may restrict or prohibit the presence of a designated support person only when necessary to meet the appropriate standard of care or if the person acts in a violent or threatening manner toward others.

Minnesota SF2751 grants residents of long-term care facilities the right to a designated support person.

Minnesota SF2751 amends state statutes to ensure residents of long-term care facilities have the right to a designated support person. This person can be a spouse, partner, family member, or another person related by affinity chosen by the resident to provide comfort. Facilities may restrict or prohibit the presence of a designated support person only when necessary to meet the appropriate standard of care or if the person acts in a violent or threatening manner toward others.