ME LD2083

Department of Health and Human Services must issue certificates to individuals who complete an approved certified residential medication aide course for unlicensed personnel to safely administer medications in residential care settings

Applies to assisted housing programs, residential care facilities, day care facilities, children's homes, nursery schools, and intermediate care facilities for persons with intellectual disabilities

Course curriculum must be reviewed at least every 5 years to ensure alignment with current clinical standards and safety practices

Certification fees range from $25 to $100 per individual or instructor, valid for a 2-year certification period, with fees deposited into a dedicated account to support program oversight

Removes drug treatment centers from the list of facilities subject to department medication administration rules