St. Francis Hospital Changes Visitation Policy

HARTFORD, CT — St. Francis Hospital has returned to phase 1 visitation guidelines due to the recent increase in coronavirus cases in the state. The restrictions are in line with Center for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines.

Saint Francis Hospital will be closed to visitors, with exceptions for compassionate care situations, which will be made on a case-by-case basis. This visitation policy also includes the emergency department.

Compassionate visits include children admitted to the hospital, maternity, hospice/end of life, and a companion for facilitation of care. Each of these exceptions will grant one visitor.

All visitors who are permitted will be screened prior to entry.

"We recognize that the care and support of loved ones is important. Please know that the safety of our patients and colleagues is of the utmost importance," the hospital said in a statement. "With proper authorization in place, we commit to communicating with family and friends as frequently as possible."

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