An Act to improve care and prepare for the new era of Alzheimer’s and dementia

This bill establishes a public awareness campaign to educate healthcare providers and the public about Alzheimer's and dementia, with special focus on early detection, risk reduction, and culturally relevant resources for high-risk communities. It creates a new "Director of Dementia Care and Coordination" position to lead state efforts, including implementing the Alzheimer's State Plan, assessing professional training requirements, and ensuring hospitals meet dementia-care standards. The bill also mandates data collection through the annual health survey to track dementia prevalence, racial/ethnic disparities, and care coordination needs. These provisions aim to improve early intervention, care coordination, and support for people living with dementia and their caregivers across Massachusetts.