Massachusetts S3170 establishes regulations for home care agencies, including licensing, reporting, and oversight requirements.

Massachusetts S3170 amends the General Laws to establish regulations for home care agencies, including licensing, reporting, and oversight requirements. The bill mandates background checks for home care workers, outlines minimum standards for consumer-specific service plans, and sets forth procedures for the licensing and conduct of home care agencies. It also establishes a special commission to study and report on the creation of a statewide long-term services and supports benefit program.

Massachusetts S3170 establishes regulations for home care agencies, including licensing, reporting, and oversight requirements.

Massachusetts S3170 amends the General Laws to establish regulations for home care agencies, including licensing, reporting, and oversight requirements. The bill mandates background checks for home care workers, outlines minimum standards for consumer-specific service plans, and sets forth procedures for the licensing and conduct of home care agencies. It also establishes a special commission to study and report on the creation of a statewide long-term services and supports benefit program.