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This bill modifies Massachusetts home care regulations to expand eligibility for home care services to individuals diagnosed with HIV or AIDS, regardless of their age, as long as they meet other existing program requirements. Currently, home care services may have age restrictions that could prevent people with HIV or AIDS from accessing these supportive services. The bill requires the Executive Office of Elder Affairs to update its regulations (specifically 651 CMR 3.00) to remove age-based barriers for individuals with HIV or AIDS who are seeking home care assistance. Additionally, the Secretary of Health and Human Services is tasked with ensuring that relevant state agencies develop and implement the necessary regulatory changes to put this new provision into effect. By making this change, the bill aims to provide more comprehensive and inclusive home care support for individuals living with HIV or AIDS, recognizing their potential need for in-home care services regardless of their age.

Budget and Finance

Joint Committee on Aging and Independence (Other)

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4305