CT SB00936

Establishes a streamlined waiver approval process allowing nursing home facilities to immediately accept displaced residents beyond their approved bed capacity during state-declared emergencies.

Authorizes reimbursement of reasonable costs for emergency shelter and care at nursing homes from available federal and state emergency response funds, with rates determined by the Commissioner of Emergency Services and Public Protection.

Requires city, town, and regional emergency plans to identify elderly persons and persons with disabilities in home and community-based settings and provide appropriate shelter and services during emergencies, including ADA-compliant accommodations.

Mandates coordination between emergency shelters, home care agencies, and charitable organizations to provide assistance with major life activities to disabled persons, with providers subject to criminal background checks.

Provides liability immunity for emergency shelter employees, officers, agents, and volunteers for ordinary negligence while assisting elderly persons or persons with disabilities, except for gross, willful, or wanton negligence.