Alberta eases visitation rules for long-term care facilities

The province has relaxed its rules for long-term care home visits in a move that will allow family and friends improved access to their loved ones.  Under the new policy, residents can designate two support people who will be able to visit indoors for as long and as often as they want. Dr. Deena Hinshaw, Alberta's chief medical officer of health, say outdoor visits with up to four people will be permitted if the health of the resident allows for the gathering. "We believe this will help peo