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AK SCR13
Concurrent Resolution
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
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