Requires long-term care facilities to develop person-centered care plans for residents and establishes right to certain forms of visitation for long-term care residents.

This bill requires New Jersey long-term care facilities (like nursing homes and assisted living centers) to let residents or their legal representatives designate at least two "essential caregivers" who can visit in person during health emergencies, outbreaks, or pandemics. Facilities must document these designations in residents' care plans, ensure visitation times match normal in-person visitation under state/federal law, and post clear policies online and in writing. Essential caregivers - defined as anyone chosen by the resident (e.g., family, friends, spiritual advisors) - cannot face stricter infection protocols than facility staff, and facilities may only restrict visits for violations of their own written policies. The bill directly affects long-term care residents, their families, and facility operators, aiming to prevent isolation during crises.