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Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Act

This act authorizes grants for public or nonprofit private health care providers to expand training and support services for families and caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias. The Secretary is required to coordinate with specific offices to ensure women, minorities, and medically underserved communities benefit from these services.
Key points
Training and Support Services: The bill authorizes grants specifically to expand training and support services for families and caregivers of people living with Alzheimer's or related dementia.
Eligible Entities: Public and nonprofit private health care providers, including community health centers, nursing homes, senior centers, and area agencies on aging, are eligible for grants.
Allocation for Underserved Communities: Not less than 10 percent of the appropriated funds must be made available for grants to providers that primarily serve medically underserved communities.
Integrated Care Approach: Grant recipients must agree to employ a comprehensive approach that integrates the treatment of patients with training and support services for their families and caregivers.
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Print number: 117_S_56
Sponsor: Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN]
Process start date: 2021-01-27
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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_S_56.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-01-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Training and Support Services: The bill authorizes grants specifically to expand training and support services for families and caregivers of people living with Alzheimer's or related dementia.
  • Eligible Entities: Public and nonprofit private health care providers, including community health centers, nursing homes, senior centers, and area agencies on aging, are eligible for grants.
  • Allocation for Underserved Communities: Not less than 10 percent of the appropriated funds must be made available for grants to providers that primarily serve medically underserved communities.
  • Integrated Care Approach: Grant recipients must agree to employ a comprehensive approach that integrates the treatment of patients with training and support services for their families and caregivers.
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 Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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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