S 2796
Requires certain hospitals to establish bereavement areas.
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Bill overview
This bill requires certain hospitals in New Jersey to create designated ‘bereavement areas.’ These private rooms will be available for individuals who have received difficult news about a family member undergoing treatment at the hospital, specifically when that family member has died. The Commissioner of Health will oversee the implementation of this requirement, ensuring hospitals provide a quiet space for grieving visitors.
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