Bill > A06630

This bill establishes a five-year Service Delivery Innovation Pilot Program designed to address and improve in-home services for elderly New York residents. The program will receive $42 million in funding to develop innovative service delivery models, including telehealth services, volunteer transportation networks, and community-based respite care, with a primary goal of eliminating the current waitlist for expanded in-home services. These services encompass meal delivery, housekeeping, personal care, and transportation services. The bill specifically requires that a designated percentage of the funding be allocated to rural counties with the highest need for elderly services. The Office for the Aging will be responsible for administering the program and must submit an annual accountability report to state leadership, detailing the use of funds, reductions in service waitlists, and overall improvements in caregiver and senior well-being. By focusing on innovative approaches and targeted funding, the bill aims to address gaps in elderly care services across New York State, with particular attention to underserved rural areas.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6630