On February 22, 2021, New York State Governor Cuomo announced expanded guidelines for nursing home visitation in New York State skilled nursing facilities. Visitation, in general, can resume on February 26, 2021.
NYSDOH released a Health Advisory on February 22, 2021 with the guidelines, “Health Advisory: Revised Skilled Nursing Facility Visitation.” This document superersedes and replaces earlier guidance and recommendations for visitation. View the document for full details on facility expectations and requirements.