A bill for an act relating to area agencies on aging, dementia service specialists, and a dementia services coordinator.

This bill requires Iowa's area agencies on aging to hire dementia service specialists to support people living with dementia, their families, and caregivers. Specialists will provide referrals to resources, conduct community screenings, train staff, and promote dementia-friendly community programs. It also mandates the state health department to create a dementia services coordinator position to oversee statewide dementia initiatives, coordinate with the Alzheimer's state plan, and evaluate services. The bill directly affects local aging services providers and individuals impacted by dementia across Iowa.