TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Union Health announced on Monday updated visitor restrictions at its two local hospitals due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
“We understand this will be challenging, but we’re committed to taking the necessary steps to protect you, your family and our community,” a news release sent Monday reads.
The following restrictions will go into effect Tuesday, Jan. 18 at Union Hospital Terre Haute and Union Hospital Clinton:
- Visiting hours are from 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
- Visitors must be 18 years or older.
- Visitors are required to wear a mask at all times
The following are updated guidelines for non-COVID-19 visitations:
- One designated visitor, including the Emergency Room
- One visitor permitted in the waiting room
- Two visitors – parents only – in the NICU/Pediatrics
- Two designated visitors for Labor Room and Mother/Baby
- One designated visitor for outpatient testing
- Two parents may accompany underage child for testing
Visitors are permitted to accompany vulnerable patients only, including patients with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, cognitive impairments – including dementia, Down Syndrome, autism, victims of sexual battery – including an advocate present during a medical forensic exam.
The following are updated guidelines for suspected or confirmed COVID-19 visitations:
- One designated visitor permitted for most patients.
Virtual visit options are available for all patients. All visitors will not be permitted multiple trips or visits in a single day.
The following restrictions will apply to all Union Medical Group facilities, including both Convenient Care locations:
- Visitors are required to wear a mask at all times
- One visitor permitted in waiting room and exam room
- Two visitors – parents or legal guardian only – in Pediatrics
- Two designated visitors in OB
- One designated visitor for outpatient testing
- Two parents may accompany underage child for testing
Visitors are permitted to accompany vulnerable patients only at any Union Health locations, including patients with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, cognitive impairments – including dementia, Down Syndrome, autism, victims of sexual battery – including an advocate present during a medical forensic exam.
