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- Substituted by A7231
- Ordered to third reading cal.1651
- Committee discharged and committed to rules
- Referred to aging
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Amends the definition of eligible services to include education regarding elder abuse and exploitation
Signed by Governor · Sponsor Gabriela Rosa
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Sponsor's memo
BILL NUMBER:S5116
Title of bill
An act to amend the elder law, in relation to amending the definition of eligible services to include education regarding elder abuse and exploitation
Purpose or general idea of bill
To increase awareness of elder abuse among residents of Naturally Occurring Retirement Communities (NORCs) and Neighborhood NORCs.
Summary of specific provisions
Amends paragraph (d) of subdivision 1 of section 209 of the Elder Law to include education regarding the signs and symptoms of elder abuse and exploitation and available resources for victims of elder abuse or exploitation as an eligible service that NORCs and Neighborhood NORCs may provide to their residents.
Justification
As we encourage and support seniors to age in place in their communities, it is important that we make information available to them regarding elder abuse and exploitation. The number of seniors in our state is growing quickly so the number of cases of elder abuse and exploitation will also be increasing. Many seniors may suspect that they or someone they know may be a victim of abuse, but not know what resources are available to help them. It is important that our seniors know that they if they are a victim of elder abuse or exploitation that there are resources available to help them.
Prior legislative history
None.
Fiscal implications
To be determined.
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately.
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