An Act imposing dementia care training requirements for certain emergency medical services providers; and providing for powers and duties of the Department of Health.

Summary

The bill mandates that all certified emergency medical responders, EMTs, paramedics and other pre‑hospital providers complete a three‑hour dementia‑care module during certification and a one‑hour refresher each year. The Department of Health, in partnership with the Department of Aging, must develop the curriculum and enforce compliance through existing certification sanctions. It aims to improve how EMS workers interact with people living with Alzheimer’s or other dementias and to help identify elder abuse.

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