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AK SCR13

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Passed

7/9/2010

Primary Sponsor

Johnny Ellis

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Origin

Senate

26th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Recognizes senior caregiving as a profession in Alaska and supports the private home care industry and family caregivers statewide
  • Alaska's population aged 65 and older is projected to increase 155 percent by 2030 to 134,391 people, with Alzheimer's disease cases expected to rise from 7,190 to 14,170
  • An estimated 14,539 adults provide care to individuals with Alzheimer's disease or related disorders, contributing approximately 12,000,000 hours valued at $140,000,000 annually
  • Encourages accessible and affordable senior care, with 70 percent of Alzheimer's patients and more than 25 percent of all seniors requiring in-home assistance with daily living activities
  • Directs the Department of Health and Social Services to provide additional education on aging effects and the importance and availability of senior caregivers to meet personal needs

Legislative Description

Supporting Senior Caregivers

Senior Citizens

Last Action

PERMANENTLY FILED 6/17 LEGIS RESOLVE 36

7/9/2010

Committee Referrals

Health & Social Services2/24/2010

Full Bill Text

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