familiebesøk

Familiebesøk is a Norwegian term for visits by family members to a person who is in a care facility, hospital, prison, or other institution. The purpose is to maintain family ties, support well-being, and facilitate communication with relatives.

In healthcare and elder care, families may visit according to institutional rules and visiting hours. In child welfare and foster care, visits help maintain contact with parents, siblings, and other relatives, and may be planned and supervised.

In the criminal justice system, visits to inmates aim to support family bonds and rehabilitation, subject to security procedures. Norwegian policy emphasizes the importance of family contact; access to information about a patient’s or resident’s condition is regulated, and visiting rights follow institutional rules, safety, and privacy.

Arrangements are typically made through the institution, hospital, or social services, and can include in-person, supervised, or remote visits. For minors and vulnerable adults, social services staff may arrange and supervise visits with clear plans for frequency and conditions.

Benefits include emotional support, reduced isolation, and maintained identity. Challenges include distance, safety concerns, logistics, and balancing privacy with protection. Overall, familiebesøk is an important aspect of care, custody, and rehabilitation.