This bill amends the Adult Protective Services Act in Nebraska by introducing new definitions and training requirements for adult protective services officials. Specifically, it defines "adult protective services official" as an individual employed by the department responsible for developing and implementing adult protective services. Additionally, the bill mandates that these officials complete a minimum of one hour of training focused on caring for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia within thirty days of the bill's effective date. The training will cover various topics, including psychiatric symptoms, communication methods, safety concerns, and protocols for reporting abuse.

Furthermore, the bill stipulates that each adult protective services official must undergo this training every five years to ensure they remain informed about best practices in caring for vulnerable populations. The department is also authorized to collaborate with nonprofit organizations that specialize in dementia care to facilitate this training. The original sections of the law being amended are repealed, streamlining the legal framework surrounding adult protective services in Nebraska.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 28-348, 28-350
Final Reading: 28-348, 28-350
Slip Law: 28-348, 28-350