Hawaii SB2867 mandates annual dementia-specific training for all first responders, including emergency medical services, law enforcement, and fire.

Hawaii SB2867 requires annual dementia-specific training for all first responders, including emergency medical services, law enforcement, and fire personnel. The training, which will be offered at no cost, addresses recognition, assessment, and communication; abuse and neglect identification; caregiver engagement; disaster response; and safe return. The executive office on aging will recommend training curricula, ensuring consistency and alignment with best practices.

Hawaii SB2867 mandates annual dementia-specific training for all first responders, including emergency medical services, law enforcement, and fire.

Hawaii SB2867 requires annual dementia-specific training for all first responders, including emergency medical services, law enforcement, and fire personnel. The training, which will be offered at no cost, addresses recognition, assessment, and communication; abuse and neglect identification; caregiver engagement; disaster response; and safe return. The executive office on aging will recommend training curricula, ensuring consistency and alignment with best practices.