This bill mandates the amendment of Massachusetts home care regulations to expand eligibility for home care services to individuals diagnosed with HIV or AIDS, irrespective of their age, provided they meet other eligibility criteria. The executive office of elder affairs is tasked with implementing these changes under the authority granted by section 4 of chapter 19A of the Massachusetts general laws.
Additionally, the bill requires the secretary for health and human services to oversee the relevant agencies in promulgating the necessary regulations to facilitate the implementation of this act. This legislative change aims to enhance access to home care services for a vulnerable population, ensuring that those with HIV or AIDS receive the support they need.