An Act imposing dementia care training requirements for certain emergency medical services providers; and providing for powers and duties of the Department of Health.
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- Passed House
- Passed Senate
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Overview
This act requires certain emergency medical services (EMS) providers in Pennsylvania to complete specific training on dementia care. The training aims to improve their ability to interact effectively with individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias. The Department of Health will develop and oversee this training program in collaboration with the Department of Aging, incorporating topics such as recognizing dementia symptoms, communication techniques, and protocols for handling emergencies involving individuals with dementia.
Key provisions
- EMS providers must complete three hours of initial dementia training as part of their certification process.
- Continuing education requires one hour of dementia training annually.
- The training program will cover dementia symptoms, communication strategies, and behavioral management.
- Training must include protocols for contacting caregivers and identifying elder abuse.
- The Department of Health will develop and implement the dementia training program.
- EMS providers who completed dementia training within 18 months prior to the law’s effective date are exempt from initial training.
- Failure to complete required training may result in certification sanctions.
- The training must include information on local caregiving resources.
Who is affected
- Emergency Medical Services (EMS) providers
- Individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias
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Benjamin Sanchez
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