Plan outlines how Virginia can support people affected by Alzheimer's Disease
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The Virginia Dementia State Plan 2024-2027: Building a Dementia-Capable Virginia lays out how the commonwealth can better support people and families impacted by the condition. The plan focuses on six key goals: state coordination of services, data collection, workforce and caregiver training, care coordination, research, and brain health and dementia risk reduction.
“The plan lays out how the Commonwealth can help individuals navigate care resources while supporting preventive efforts to reduce the future impact of this terrible condition,” said Lana Sargent, chair of the state's Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Disorders Commission. “It is the culmination of nearly two years of work by the commission, including consulting with a wide range of stakeholders such as families living with dementia, care providers and other advocates.”
Some of the initiatives highlighted in the plan include the creation of a dementia-specific workforce training program, increasing support for research, and promoting public awareness about brain health and dementia risk reduction.
“With a focus on compassion, innovation and community collaboration, Virginia leads the way in fostering dementia-friendly communities that prioritize awareness, caregiver support and a better quality of life for those impacted by dementia," said DARS Commissioner Kathy Hayfield.
