§ 20-10-2504 — Curriculum of dementia training

(a) The dementia training curriculum shall include principles of person-centered dementia care including: (1) Thorough knowledge of the person with Alzheimer's disease and dementia and the person's abilities and needs; (2) Advancement of optimal functioning and quality of life; (3) Use of problem-solving approaches to care; and (4) Techniques that ensure and preserve the person's respect, values, choice, and dignity. (b) (1) A covered staff member shall be trained adequately and appropriately to best address the needs of the person served. (2) Dementia training shall be culturally competent for covered staff members and persons with Alzheimer's disease and dementia. (c) (1) A covered direct service staff member and a covered administrative staff member shall complete four (4) hours of initial training. (2) The curriculum used for the initial training shall cover the following topics: (A) Alzheimer's disease and other dementias; (B) Person-centered care; (C) Assessment and care planning; (D) Activities of daily living; and (E) Dementia-related behaviors and communication. (d) The curriculum for a covered administrative staff member for the initial training shall also cover the following additional topics: (1) Medical management information, education, and support; (2) Staffing; (3) Supportive and therapeutic environments; and (4) Transitions and coordination of services. (e) Dementia training for other covered staff members shall include, at a minimum: (1) An overview of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias; (2) Principles of person-centered care; and (3) Dementia-related communication issues.

Legislative History

Added by Act 2023, No. 335,§ 1, eff. 8/1/2023.