As used in this section, "client" means an individual with symptoms in alignment with mild cognitive impairment or dementia and the individual's caregivers . The department shall contract with a private provider for a dementia care services program in each area of the state served by a state-operated behavioral health clinic. The dementia care services must include: 1. Providing information to medical professionals, law enforcement, first responders, public health officials, and the public regarding: a. The symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and related dementia; b. The benefits of early detection and diagnosis; c. Availability of treatments; d. Research opportunities; and e. Available services; 2. Providing consultation services to assess biological, psychological, social, emotional, and spiritual needs; 3. Facilitating the referral of clients; and 4. Offering on demand training to direct care providers to manage and provide for the care of individuals with symptoms in alignment with mild cognitive impairment or dementia.
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