HB 2145 Summary

• Incorporates the kupuna caregivers program into the kupuna care program to improve government efficiency and consolidate services for Hawaii's older adults.

• Expands kupuna care program eligibility to include caregivers and employed caregivers (those employed at least 20 hours per week), not just care recipients.

• Adds new services to kupuna care core services including caregiver support services, respite care, adult day care, and care coordination for caregivers and employed caregivers.

• Repeals section 349-18 (kupuna caregivers program) and modifies definitions in section 349-16 to include "caregiver," "employed caregiver," "caregiver support services," and "financial management service provider."

• Effective date: July 1, 2060.