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This bill aims to enhance healthcare services for senior citizens in North Carolina by establishing several comprehensive programs and expanding existing healthcare coverage. The bill creates a Senior Preventive Health Grant Program to provide free health screenings and consultations for low-income seniors, a Senior Telehealth Assistance Program to help seniors access remote medical services, and a Caregiver Assistance Program that offers monthly stipends to family members providing in-home care. Additionally, it expands Medicaid coverage to include preventive screenings, chronic disease management, and home-based healthcare services for seniors. The legislation also introduces a Senior Home Safety Program that provides grants and low-interest loans to help seniors modify their homes for improved accessibility, and establishes a Senior Care Navigation Hotline to guide seniors through available healthcare and support services. The bill requires the Division of Aging to develop a statewide plan for multidisciplinary care teams, create a Senior Health Data Initiative to track senior healthcare trends, and submit annual reports on the performance and impact of these programs. With a total funding commitment of approximately $44.15 million over the 2025-2027 fiscal biennium, the bill represents a significant investment in supporting North Carolina's aging population, focusing on preventive care, independent living, and comprehensive healthcare support.

https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2025/S379