AN ACT relating to dementia training.

Amend KRS 194A.545 to require the Department for Community Based Services (DCBS) to require a one-hour dementia training and continuing education course using available training at no cost; require dementia training for DCBS supervisory, direct services, and adult protective services staff.

Introduced: February 12, 2025

Last action: March 12, 2025

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This bill would require the Department for Community Based Services to provide a one-hour dementia training and continuing education course at no cost to employees. The training would apply to supervisory staff, direct services staff, and adult protective services staff within the department. Who it may affect: state agency employees in community-based and adult protective services roles, and the older adults or vulnerable individuals they serve.

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