Requires DOH to develop mobile senior citizen assistance program.
This bill requires New Jersey's Department of Health (DOH) to develop and implement a mobile assistance program for seniors within 180 days, using existing funds. Staffed vehicles would visit nursing homes, senior centers, low-income housing, and community events to provide on-site help with tasks like completing applications, accessing healthcare, using the internet, legal aid, tax services, and transportation. The program directly supports vulnerable senior citizens, particularly those in underserved communities who may face barriers to accessing services. Implementation rules would be established by the Health Commissioner under existing administrative procedures.
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Introduced Jan 9, 2024
Last action Jan 9, 2024
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Jan 9, 2024
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
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Angela McKnight
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