Pennsylvania Alzheimer's, Dementia and Related Disorders Office
Pennsylvania created an Alzheimer's, Dementia and Related Disorders Office within the Department of Aging to coordinate dementia policy and planning.
Pennsylvania · Implementing · Implementation Oct 29, 2024
What it is
- What changed
- Pennsylvania established a dedicated ADRD Office under the Department of Aging, with oversight responsibilities and a role in updating the state's dementia plan.
- Why it matters
- A dedicated state dementia office can shape caregiver supports, public health messaging, care coordination, and advocacy priorities for families affected by dementia.
- Who it touches
- Family caregivers, Care providers and plans, People receiving care, Businesses and agencies that must complypeople living with dementia, dementia caregivers, older adults, aging network partners, community service providers
- What it does
- Plans, studies, registries or guidance
Sources
- Pennsylvania Department of Aging ADRD Office
- Alzheimer's Association Pennsylvania public health action(advocacy)
Last reviewed Jun 18, 2026. This is information, not legal advice; check the source for the current text.