HI SR118

Requests convening a task force to develop a Norwegian-based public facility model for dementia patient care, specifically modeled after Norway's "Carpe Diem Dementia Village"

Task force composition includes the Director of the Office of Wellness and Resilience, Director of Health, and a representative from AARP Hawaii

Model provides safe housing and services in a closed environment to prevent wandering, with clearly identifiable spaces and wayfinding markers for dementia patients

Facility design incorporates community engagement as an open-village concept rather than isolating patients, allowing residents to experience psychological benefits, reduced medication use, improved eating habits, and longer lifespans

Task force must submit findings, recommendations, and any proposed legislation to the Legislature no later than 20 days before the 2025 Regular Session convenes