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Advocates press DHS for dementia-caregiver respite grants; witnesses describe program and personal need
Summary
Advocates and witnesses briefed the committee about a proposed DHS respite-grant program for family caregivers of people with dementia, described grant operations and urged state support to expand services to rural areas.
David Cook, representing the Alzheimer's Association, and witnesses urged the Senate Children and Youth Committee to support targeted respite grants for family caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Cook said the Alzheimer and Dementia Advisory Council (created by Act 391) prioritized caregiver supports and asked DHS to allocate funds for respite grants that reach rural areas and caregivers who are not covered by existing Medicaid waivers.
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