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Supporters tell committee dementia training for court-appointed guardians would reduce crises
Summary
HB2536 would require approved dementia training for proposed guardians of adults with cognitive impairment; proponents including the Alzheimer's Association and family caregivers said training is available now, can be brief, and would help guardians make better decisions and avoid costly crises.
The committee heard HB2536, which would require the Secretary for Aging and Disability Services to approve training programs for proposed guardians who will serve adults with cognitive impairment, and to maintain a list of approved programs for court use. The bill also requires proposed guardians to verify completion via an affidavit before appointment, though courts could waive the requirement in the…
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