Home care aides' yearly training must now cover dementia care
The five hours of yearly training home care aides must complete now has to cover the special care needs of clients with dementia, next to topics like client safety and abuse. The minimum hours stay the same, and it can still be done online.
Who it affects
Home care organizations and their home care aides
When
This law took effect on January 1, 2026, but the changes described here start on January 1, 2027.
- : Signed into law
- : Law took effect
- : The changes described here start to apply
Official text
California SB 412: Home care aides.
On California Legislative Information. The official text is what counts; read it before you act.
Not legal advice. Plain-English summaries to help you find what changes and when. Not legal advice: read the official text, and ask a lawyer about your situation.