(a) The policies, procedures, and practices of the
facility may limit a resident's visitation rights only to the extent
required to maintain safety of the facility.
(b) Restrictions on a resident's visitation rights
shall not be imposed as a disciplinary sanction.
(c) The facility administrator or designee shall provide
written documentation justifying any restriction placed on a resident's
visitation rights.
(d) A resident shall not be denied communication or
visitation with a parent, legal guardian, or custodian for a prescribed
period of time after admission into the facility.
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