Clarifies staff training requirements at long-term care facilities regarding care of LGBTQI seniors and seniors living with HIV.

The bill amends existing law to clarify training requirements for administrators and staff at long-term care facilities in New Jersey. It mandates that facilities ensure staff receive training on caring for LGBTQI seniors and seniors living with HIV, including strategies to create a safe and affirming environment. The training must cover definitions of relevant terms, best practices for communication, and the health and social challenges faced by LGBTQI seniors and seniors living with HIV.

Clarifies staff training requirements at long-term care facilities regarding care of LGBTQI seniors and seniors living with HIV.

The bill amends existing law to clarify training requirements for administrators and staff at long-term care facilities in New Jersey. It mandates that facilities ensure staff receive training on caring for LGBTQI seniors and seniors living with HIV, including strategies to create a safe and affirming environment. The training must cover definitions of relevant terms, best practices for communication, and the health and social challenges faced by LGBTQI seniors and seniors living with HIV.