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RI S2874
Bill
Status
3/4/2026
Primary Sponsor
Louis Dipalma
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AI Summary
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Creates a full-time dementia services coordinator position within the Rhode Island Department of Health as a classified service employee
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Coordinator responsibilities include overseeing the state Alzheimer's disease plan, coordinating public awareness and early detection efforts, analyzing dementia-related data, and evaluating state-funded dementia services
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Position must establish relationships with agencies, providers, and organizations to prevent duplication of services and identify grant opportunities to expand dementia services
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Coordinator will work in coordination with the existing advisory council on Alzheimer's disease and related disorders
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Effective date: July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Creates the position of dementia services coordinator within the department of health to coordinate the departments' approach to Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia.
Health And Safety
Last Action
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
3/12/2026