SB 1606 Fact Sheet: Guaranteeing People with Disabilities Access to Supports while in the Hospital
Publication date: July 2020
Purpose of this Publication
The purpose of this publication is to provide a SB 1606 Fact Sheet for Guaranteeing People with Disabilities Access to Supports while in the Hospital.
This publication is not a substitute for legal advice. Federal and state law can change at any time. Contact Disability Rights Oregon or consult with an attorney in your community if you need additional help.
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July 2020: Oregon Legislature Unanimously Approves SB 1606
Legislation to Guarantee People with Disabilities Access to Families and Support Staff while in the Hospital:
Everyone deserves access to healthcare. People with disabilities have the right to have support from people they trust while they are in the hospital.
Hospitals in Oregon must allow a patient with a disability to designate at least three support persons
You get to decide what medical care you get. You don’t have to sign forms about your end of life care to access healthcare.
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NOTICE: This document is not intended as a substitute for legal advice. Federal and state law can change at any time. You may wish to contact Disability Rights Oregon or consult with an attorney in your community if you require further information.
