Connecticut 2020 Regular Session

Connecticut Senate Bill SB00066

Introduced
2/11/20  

Caption

An Act Expanding Access To The Alzheimer's Disease Respite Care Program.

Impact

The bill is expected to have a significant impact on state laws regarding healthcare and social services pertaining to Alzheimer's care. By broadening the eligibility criteria, the state can facilitate greater participation in the respite care program, which provides critical support to families. This change may lead to improved outcomes in the quality of care that individuals with Alzheimer's receive, as families can secure additional respite services to support their caregiving efforts.

Summary

SB00066, titled 'An Act Expanding Access To The Alzheimer's Disease Respite Care Program', aims to enhance the existing respite care program for individuals with Alzheimer's disease. The primary objective of the bill is to increase the income eligibility thresholds, allowing more families to benefit from the program. This initiative is essential as it seeks to alleviate some of the financial burdens experienced by families caring for loved ones with Alzheimer's, thereby promoting better access to necessary services.

Contention

While the bill is anticipated to receive support for its compassionate objectives, potential points of contention may arise in discussions about state funding allocation. Expanding the program requires sufficient state resources to ensure its viability. Stakeholders may debate the extent to which funding should be appropriated to cover expanded participation, particularly in a broader budgetary context. Ensuring that funds are available without impacting other vital services may provoke differing opinions among legislators and advocacy groups.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CT SB00244

An Act Requiring A Study On The Feasibility Of Expanding Access To Respite Services By Pursuing A Family Caregiver Support Benefit Through A Medicaid Demonstration Waiver.

CT HB05296

An Act Expanding The Connecticut Home-care Program For The Elderly.

CT SB00012

An Act Expanding Access To Paid Sick Days In The State.

CT SB00317

An Act Expanding The Covered Connecticut Program.

CT SB00204

An Act Expanding The Debt-free Community College Program And Naming The Grants After Mary Ann Handley.

CT HB05166

An Act Expanding Paid Sick Days In The State.

CT HB05005

An Act Expanding Paid Sick Days In The State.

CT SB00397

An Act Expanding Medicaid Coverage Of School-based Health Care.

CT HB05196

An Act Expanding The Podiatric Scope Of Practice.

CT HB05200

An Act Concerning Health Care Accessibility For Persons With A Disability.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.