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Is Alzheimer's or dementia recognition training included for the NYPD?

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    The NYC Department for the Aging’s Commissioner will verify if Alzheimer's or dementia recognition training is included for the NYPD, as requested by Council Member Hudson.

    • Council Member Hudson raises concerns about recognizing Alzheimer's or dementia signs among older adults in her district.
    • She inquires about the inclusion of such training for NYPD officers.
    • The NYC Department for the Aging's Commissioner, Lorraine Cortes-Vazquez, states her belief that the training includes this information but will verify.
    • The discussion highlights the need for NYPD officers to be aware of symptoms and proper contacts for these cases.