"Dementia Dignity and Advance Care Planning Act."
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The Dementia Dignity and Advance Care Planning Act aims to improve care for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias by allowing them to create ‘Dementia-Specific Advance Directives’ (DSADs). These DSADs would outline their wishes regarding medical treatment, particularly regarding feeding and end-of-life care, and prioritize comfort-focused options. The bill also establishes a registry for these directives and mandates training for healthcare professionals to ensure they are properly recognized and honored.
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