Safe Return Program

Item 461 #3s

Language
Page 321, line 21, strike "$1,316,430" and insert "$1,326,430".
Page 321, line 21, strike "$1,316,430" and insert "$1,366,430".
Page 321, strike lines 28-39 and insert:
"A.  Out of this appropriation, $62,500 the first year and $75,000 the second year from the general fund is authorized for the Alzheimer's Association Northern Virginia Chapter to support statewide coordination of the Safe Return Program.
B.  Out of this appropriation, $22,500 the first year and $50,000 the second year from the general fund is authorized to oversee training of public safety personnel (including law enforcement, fire and rescue, 911 operators and hospital emergency room personnel) in managing persons with Alzheimer's disease or other memory related impairments.  The Department will conduct a study to determine the best methods for providing protection of these individuals, including an examination of using Project Lifesaver effectively.  The results of the study shall be reported to the Secretary of Public Safety no later than October 1, 2000.".

Explanation
(This amendment provides for the statewide coordination of the Safe Return Program by the Alzheimer's Association Northern Virginia Chapter and provides an additional $10,000 the first year and $50,000 the second year for training public safety personnel in dealing with people who have Alzheimer's and related disorders.)