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A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to authorize grants for training and support services for families and caregivers of people living with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia.
12/4/2024, 11:56 AM
Summary of Bill S 5418
Bill 118 s 5418, also known as the "Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Act," is a proposed amendment to the Public Health Service Act. The purpose of this bill is to provide grants for training and support services for families and caregivers of individuals who are living with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia.
The bill aims to address the growing need for assistance and resources for those who are caring for loved ones with Alzheimer's disease. It recognizes the significant challenges and burdens that caregivers face in providing care for individuals with this debilitating condition.
If passed, the bill would authorize grants to be distributed to organizations and programs that offer training and support services specifically tailored to the needs of caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's disease. These services may include education on how to effectively care for individuals with dementia, resources for managing the emotional and physical toll of caregiving, and support networks for caregivers to connect with others facing similar challenges. Overall, the Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Act seeks to improve the quality of life for both individuals with Alzheimer's disease and their caregivers by providing them with the necessary tools and resources to navigate the complexities of this disease.
The bill aims to address the growing need for assistance and resources for those who are caring for loved ones with Alzheimer's disease. It recognizes the significant challenges and burdens that caregivers face in providing care for individuals with this debilitating condition.
If passed, the bill would authorize grants to be distributed to organizations and programs that offer training and support services specifically tailored to the needs of caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's disease. These services may include education on how to effectively care for individuals with dementia, resources for managing the emotional and physical toll of caregiving, and support networks for caregivers to connect with others facing similar challenges. Overall, the Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Act seeks to improve the quality of life for both individuals with Alzheimer's disease and their caregivers by providing them with the necessary tools and resources to navigate the complexities of this disease.
Current Status of Bill S 5418
Bill S 5418 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 3, 2024. Bill S 5418 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on December 3, 2024. Bill S 5418's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of December 3, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 5418
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
10Democrat Cosponsors
9Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 5418
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Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 5418
A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to authorize grants for training and support services for families and caregivers of people living with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia.
A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to authorize grants for training and support services for families and caregivers of people living with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia.
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