Vermont H0785 establishes a pilot program for dementia capable activities and appropriates funds for a dementia respite grant program.

Vermont H0785 establishes a one-year pilot program to create or expand dementia capable social activities in Rutland and Washington Counties. The Department of Disabilities, Aging, and Independent Living will award grants to community organizations, prioritizing those serving individuals with cognitive impairment or dementia. The bill also appropriates funds for a dementia respite grant program, providing support for unpaid family caregivers and respite care services. The program aims to address the significant caregiving demands and costs associated with dementia in Vermont.

Vermont H0785 establishes a pilot program for dementia capable activities and appropriates funds for a dementia respite grant program.

Vermont H0785 establishes a one-year pilot program to create or expand dementia capable social activities in Rutland and Washington Counties. The Department of Disabilities, Aging, and Independent Living will award grants to community organizations, prioritizing those serving individuals with cognitive impairment or dementia. The bill also appropriates funds for a dementia respite grant program, providing support for unpaid family caregivers and respite care services. The program aims to address the significant caregiving demands and costs associated with dementia in Vermont.