Assisted living is a growing residential option for persons with cognitive impairments and their families. Massachusetts recently passed legislation (January 1995) establishing assisted living residences into law. While many elder advocates applauded this legislation as a step forward in recognizing both the housing and supportive needs of older residents, others voiced concern that the legislation did not contain specific wording regarding the need Jbr 24-hour “awake” staff which many consider to be a crucial element in the care of dementia residents.
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