HB 2575
Relating to the establishment of a full-time Dementia Services Director position.
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill creates a full-time Dementia Services Director position within the West Virginia Department of Health. The Director will be responsible for coordinating the implementation of the State Alzheimer's Disease and Other Dementia Plan, evaluating existing services, and streamlining government processes to improve dementia care. The Director will also focus on identifying funding opportunities and coordinating resources for individuals living with dementia and their caregivers.
Key provisions
- Establishes a full-time Dementia Services Director position within the Department of Health.
- Requires the Director to coordinate implementation of the State Alzheimer's Disease and Other Dementia Plan.
- Directs the Director to evaluate the coordination of dementia services across the state.
- Mandates the Director to identify duplicated services and grant opportunities.
- Requires the Director to coordinate information and resources for West Virginians with dementia and their caregivers.
- Calls for the Director to support dementia-specific staff training.
- Instructs the Director to promote public awareness and education about dementia.
- Requires the Director to compile an annual report on plan implementation and office activities.
Who is affected
- Individuals living with dementia and their caregivers
- West Virginia Department of Health
- State agencies involved in dementia care
- Private entities providing dementia-related services
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