A Family Member HomeCare, a Ft. Lauderdale Home Health Caregiver Agency, Notes Florida's Alzheimer's Disease Advisory Committee Meets October 21, 2011 in Tallahassee
The Florida Alzheimer's Disease Advisory Committee next meets October 21, 2011 from 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (EST). Hyperlink to online: Notice of Meeting.
Place: Cabot Lodge, 1653 Raymond Diehl Road, Tallahassee, Florida 32308
The Alzheimer’s Disease Advisory Committee is a 10-member panel that advises the Florida Department of Elder Affairs regarding legislative, programmatic and administrative matters that are related to Alzheimer’s disease victims and their caretakers. Committee members must be Florida residents and reflect the following representation:
◦At least four of the 10 members must be licensed pursuant to Chapter 458 or 459 or hold a Ph.D. degree and be currently involved in research of Alzheimer’s disease;
◦The 10 members must include a least four persons who have been caregivers of victims of Alzheimer’s disease;
◦Whenever possible, there should be one individual from each of the following professions: a gerontologist, a geriatric psychiatrist, a geriatrician, a neurologist, a social worker and a registered nurse.
Members are appointed to four-year staggered terms. The committee elects one of its members to serve as chair for a one-year term. Committee meetings are held quarterly or as frequently as needed.
Committee Members as of April 2011
Jamie Glavich - Chairperson
9664 Hood Road
Jacksonville, FL 32223
Phone: 904-292-9600
Fax: 904-292-0956
Todd Golde
1275 Center Drive, #BMS J-485
Gainsville, FL 32610
Phone: 352-273-9456
Fax: 352-294-5060
Jaroslaw Koberda, M.D., Ph.D.
1818 Miccosukee Commons Dr.
Tallahassee, FL 32308
Phone: 850-459-8263
Fax: 850-877-3086
Karl Dhana, M.D.
4847 Fred Gladstone Drive
West Palm Beach, FL 33417
Phone: 561-687-5768
Fax: 561-687-0885
Huntington Potter, Ph.D.
4001 East Fletcher Avenue
Tampa, FL 33613
Phone: 813-866-1600
Fax: 813-866-1601
Martha Purdy, MSW, LCSW
1506 Lake Highland Drive
Orlando, FL 32803
Phone: 407-843-1910
Fax: 407-381-4155
Christine Powers
12417 Clock Tower Parkway
Hudson, FL 34667
Phone: 727-863-6868
Fax: 727-869-7057
Bruce Robinson, M.D.
5880 Rand Blvd., #205
Sarasota, FL 34238
Phone: 941-917-7197
Fax: 941-917-4016
Peggy Connelly
3205 Astor Avenue
Vero Beach, FL 32966
Phone: 727-644-6314
Frank Webbe, Ph.D.
150 W. University Boulevard,
Melbourne, FL 32901,
Phone: 321-674-8086
Role of the Alzheimer's Disease Advisory Committee:
Pursuant to Section 430.501 (3) Florida Statutes, the Governor of the State of Florida also appoints a ten member Alzheimer's Disease Advisory Committee to advise the Department of Elder Affairs.
(a) The committee membership shall be representative as follows:
1. At least 4 of the 10 members must be licensed pursuant to chapter 458 or chapter 459 or hold a Ph.D. degree and be currently involved in the research of Alzheimer's disease.
2.The 10 members must include at least 4 persons who have been caregivers of victims of Alzheimer's disease.
3.Whenever possible, the 10 members shall include 1 each of the following professionals: a gerontologist, a geriatric psychiatrist, a geriatrician, a neurologist, a social worker, and a registered nurse.
Function of the Committee
(b) The function of the Advisory Committee is to advise DOEA in the performance of its duties under the ADI. As appropriate, and with the approval of DOEA, the Advisory Committee may establish subcommittees.
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Florida Administrative Code
CHAPTER 58D-1
ADMINISTRATION OF THE ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE INITIATIVE
58D-1.001 Purpose
58D-1.002 Definitions
58D-1.003 Eligibility
58D-1.004 Program Components
58D-1.005 Program Administration
58D-1.006 Service Provider Responsibilities
58D-1.007 Program Forms
58D-1.001 Purpose.
The purpose of these rules is to provide a framework by which the Department of Elder Affairs will administer Sections 430.501 through 430.504, F.S., the Alzheimer’s Disease Initiative. The Alzheimer’s Disease Initiative (ADI) was established by the Legislature in 1985 to provide services and training to address the special needs of individuals suffering from Alzheimer’s disease and related memory disorders and their caregivers. It also provides for research relating to the cause, prevention, management, and treatment of the disease.
Specific Authority 430.08 FS. Law Implemented 430.04, 430.501, 430.502, 430.503, 430.504 FS. History–New 3-28-95, Amended 9-24-08.
58D-1.002 Definitions.
The following terms are defined in this rule:
(1) Alzheimer’s Disease Advisory Committee: The committee created pursuant to Section 430.501(2), (3), F.S., to advise the department in the performance of its duties pursuant to the ADI.
(2) Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Disorders (ADRD) Research Brain Bank: The entity designated by the department to collect post mortem normal control brains and brains of individuals who were clinically diagnosed as having Alzheimer’s disease for the purpose of conducting comparative research aimed at learning about, finding a cause, and developing a treatment or cure for the disease.
(3) Client: The person with ADRD; however, the client’s caregiver will receive benefits through the provision of education, training, respite, and support services, as needed.
(4) Memory Disorder Clinic: Research oriented programs created pursuant to Sections 430.502(1) and (2), F.S., to provide diagnostic and referral services, conduct basic and service-related multidisciplinary research, and develop training materials and educational opportunities for lay and professional caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease. Memory disorder clinics shall provide:
(a) A minimum of four (4) hours of in-service training annually to model day care and respite care providers in the designated service area; and
(b) A minimum of one (1) annual contact with each model day care and respite care provider in the designated service area to plan and develop service-related research projects.
(5) Model Day Care Program: Refers to the three specialized day care programs specifically authorized by Section 430.502(4), F.S. These programs provide a therapeutic setting for the provision of specialized services to clients with Alzheimer’s disease. They also provide training to health care and social service personnel and caregivers, and serve as a natural laboratory for research.
(6) Related Memory Disorders: Other forms of progressive cognitive disorders that result in diminished memory, language, other cognitive functions, and the inability to perform activities of daily living.
(7) Research: Investigations undertaken to determine the cause, resulting behavioral changes, treatment, cure, and impact of ADRD.
(8) Training: The provision of educational activities and instruction to assist health care professionals, social service providers, and caregivers in understanding ADRD and to increase their knowledge and caregiving skills.
Specific Authority 430.08 FS. Law Implemented 430.501-.502 FS. History–New 3-28-95, Amended 9-24-08.
58D-1.003 Eligibility.
(1) To be eligible for model day care services, an individual must be at least 18 years of age and have a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or a related memory disorder.
(2) To be eligible to receive all other services funded under the Alzheimer’s disease Initiative that are included in the provider’s contract with the department or the area agency on aging, an individual must be 18 years of age or older and have a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or related memory disorder, or be suspected of having Alzheimer’s disease or a related memory disorder.
(3) The caregivers of individuals receiving services under the Alzheimer’s Disease Initiative are eligible to receive training and related support services to assist them in caring for the person with ADRD.
Specific Authority 430.08 FS. Law Implemented 430.501-.502 FS. History–New 3-28-95, Amended 9-24-08.
58D-1.004 Program Components.
(1) In its role as advisor to the department, the Alzheimer’s Disease Advisory Committee shall provide feedback for each of the following components:
(a) Memory Disorder Clinics;
(b) Brain Bank;
(c) Model Day Care; and
(d) Respite Care.
(2) The Alzheimer’s Disease Advisory Committee shall address service, training, research, and coordination among components.
(3) The Alzheimer’s Disease Advisory Committee may enlist services, assistance, and direction from a broad representation of health care professionals, service providers, individuals affiliated with the Alzheimer’s Association and the provision of Alzheimer’s community care, dementia specific service providers, caregivers, and other interested or knowledgeable parties.
Specific Authority 430.08 FS. Law Implemented 430.501-.502 FS. History–New 3-28-95, Amended 9-24-08.
58D-1.005 Program Administration.
(1) The Department of Elder Affairs shall plan, develop and coordinate a statewide program to carry out its responsibilities under the Alzheimer’s Disease Initiative.
(2) The area agency on aging, under contract with the department, shall be responsible for the planning and administration of respite and model day care services funded under the Alzheimer’s Disease Initiative and shall contract with local service providers for the provision of these services. Each area agency on aging shall:
(a) Comply with State of Florida procedures regarding solicitation and execution of agreements with providers of services.
(b) Maintain coordination with the memory disorder clinics, the Alzheimer’s Disease Brain Bank, and all other components of the Alzheimer’s Disease Initiative in the designated planning and service area as outlined in its contract with the department.
(c) Comply with all terms and conditions of its contract with the department.
Specific Authority 430.08 FS. Law Implemented 430.502-.503 FS. History–New 3-28-95, Amended 10-30-05, 9-24-08.
58D-1.006 Service Provider Responsibilities.
Each service provider must:
(1) Establish service priorities and coordinate the delivery of services to clients.
(2) Employ competent and qualified staff to provide the services essential to the achievement of program goals and objectives as specified in its contract with the department or the area agency on aging.
(3) Maintain the minimum staffing requirements established in its contract with the department or area agency on aging.
(4) Provide case management services as applicable and as specified in its contract with the department or area agency on aging.
(5) Provide respite or model day care services, and maintain coordination with the memory disorder clinics and the brain bank as specified in its contract with the department or area agency on aging.
(6) Provide pre-service and in-service training for staff and volunteers as specified in its contract with the department or area agency on aging.
(7) Monitor subcontract providers to assure quality of service delivery.
(8) Make payments to subcontractors.
(9) Collect co-payments for services pursuant to Section 430.503(2), F.S. Co-payments must be determined pursuant to Rule 58C-1.007, F.A.C.
(10) Maximize the use of volunteers in service delivery.
(11) Develop and implement procedures for client appeals.
(12) Ensure that quality services are delivered to clients and caregivers.
(13) Maintain client and program records and provide reports as required by its contract with the department or area agency on aging.
(14) Establish goals and objectives for the Alzheimer’s Disease Initiative research component and submit reports as specified by the department on research activities.
Specific Authority 430.08 FS. Law Implemented 430.502-.503 FS. History– New 3-28-95, Amended 9-24-08.
58D-1.007 Program Forms.
The forms used for programs regulated by this chapter are incorporated by reference in Rule 58A-1.010, F.A.C. In addition, a care plan must be developed that meets the criteria established in subsection (3) of that rule.
Specific Authority 430.08 FS. Law Implemented 430.502 FS. History–New 8-20-00, Amended 8-6-01, 9-24-08.
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