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Funding Training and Support for Alzheimer's and Dementia Caregivers.

This law authorizes federal grants to expand training and support services for families and unpaid caregivers of individuals living with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias. The goal is to provide essential resources, making the demanding role of caregiving more manageable and ensuring better quality of life for both patients and caregivers. A significant portion of the funding is specifically directed toward medically underserved communities.
Key points
Establishes federal grants to fund training and support services for unpaid caregivers of people with dementia for fiscal years 2021 through 2025.
Grants are available to health organizations, senior centers, and community agencies, requiring them to conduct public outreach and provide culturally appropriate services.
At least 10% of the funds must be allocated to providers primarily serving medically underserved communities, including minorities and women.
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Print number: 117_HR_1474
Sponsor: Rep. Waters, Maxine [D-CA-43]
Process start date: 2021-03-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1474.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes federal grants to fund training and support services for unpaid caregivers of people with dementia for fiscal years 2021 through 2025.
  • Grants are available to health organizations, senior centers, and community agencies, requiring them to conduct public outreach and provide culturally appropriate services.
  • At least 10% of the funds must be allocated to providers primarily serving medically underserved communities, including minorities and women.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Waters, Maxine [D-CA-43].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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