French Hospital Visiting Hours

French Hospital Medical Center allows two visitors per patient at a time during the patient’s stay, with visiting hours available 24 hours a day^[6]. Visiting hours on all units are unrestricted, meaning you may visit a loved one at any time^[3]. One designated visitor may accompany an outpatient or a patient undergoing surgery or a procedure^[6].

Additionally, for general guidelines, all visitors must be at least 16 years old, and only one visitor per patient is allowed in special situations. Visiting hours are typically from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., but exceptions may apply for individual circumstances^[1]. Entry is through the Emergency Department entrance, and all visitors are required to wear masks at all times and will be screened according to health department guidelines^[1]. Specific policies for maternity and labor include only one care partner permitted during labor and delivery^[1]. Electronic communication options are offered as an alternative when in-person visitation is limited or not possible^[1].

References

• [1] Arroyo Grande Community Hospital, French Hospital Medical Center relax visitation rules
• [3] Visiting Hours and Guidelines | French Hospital – Dignity Health
• [6] For Visitors | French Hospital – Dignity Health